Tax Planning & Compliance

Carol Zirkle, CPA; PLLC

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Looking for tax support that goes beyond filling out forms once a year? Carol Zirkle is a CPA in Fairfax Station, Virginia who builds long-term advisory relationships for individuals and business owners who want steady guidance, cleaner decisions, and fewer surprises.

Tax compliance is handled with care and precision, but the real value comes from planning and consulting throughout the year. Carol helps clients stay organized, understand what matters, and act early—before deadlines force rushed choices. That includes reviewing income changes, timing deductions, planning for estimated payments, and addressing complex situations with a clear strategy. If you’re searching for Fairfax Station tax services that prioritize proactive advice, this is a better fit than “drop-off-and-done” tax prep.

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Business & Entity Returns	Individual & Other Returns
S Corporation - 1120S	Individual - 1040
C Corporation - 1120	Trust / Estate - 1041
Partnership - 1065	Estate - 706
Non-Profit - 990	Gift - 709

Return preparation charges are a function of time spent working on the return and the complexity of the engagement.

Tax return fees start at a base minimum:

$600 for Individual 1040 + State
$800 for Business + State & all other returns

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Tax Services (Compliance, Consulting & Planning)

Carol’s approach is especially helpful for clients managing multiple income streams, business ownership, or major life transitions. Questions like “Should I change my entity?”, “How do I reduce taxable income without creating risk?”, or “What should I be tracking monthly?” are part of ongoing planning—not last-minute panic.

With decades of experience and a reputation for being approachable and detail-driven, Carol brings calm structure to high-stakes financial decisions. Her background as a national-level softball official reflects the same qualities clients appreciate: fairness, sound judgment under pressure, and clear communication.

If you want a Fairfax Station CPA who treats tax planning as an ongoing conversation—not a seasonal transaction—reach out to schedule a brief call. The goal is simple: build a tax strategy that supports the bigger picture and helps clients make confident financial moves all year.

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