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Gena Hester E.A
Gena practiced as a Washington State CPA from 1977 through 2001 when she retired. In 2001. That same year Gena earned her IRS EA Certificate allowing her to continue her Tax Practice in all 50 states representing her clients when needed - concentrating on the needs of Big Bear residents and small businesses. Her recent move to acreage in Lucerne Valley has allowed her to serve a wider area of local clients.
She has extensive experience working with small businesses and individuals tax preparation, planning, and coordinating any issues with the IRS when necessary. Gena believes taxpayers should only pay their fair share of taxes and nothing more – legally.
She continues practicing as a tax consultant and preparer for the Big Bear and surrounding communities since 1994 – 30 years. Her office and other businesses are just 25 minutes from Big Bear. Gena serves clients all over the country using state of the art software to stay in touch and prepare taxes efficiently. When necessary, she can join you in a zoom meeting. In home and in business tax meetings and appointments are convenient for her to meet her clients as well.
Gena Hester E.A
From simple wage earner tax preparation up through complicated small business schedule C’s, stock and real estate investments, LLC single members, Partnerships, and Corporations. Most fees are estimated based on complexity.
From simple tax returns through the most complex, a plan for the next year’s changes will be discussed and additional services can be provided for an hourly fee.
Many small businesses use this more complex form of tax formation and preparation. It requires consistent year to year planning for both the corporation and the owner individuals to be sure you are receiving the best tax deductions. Gena offers this service in the form of year end reviews and next year planning meetings for an hourly fee.
Many small business owners are finding the LLC the way to go for saving taxes and protecting assets. Assistance with starting up, planning, and maintaining an LLC can be provided for an hourly fee.
Many small businesses use QuickBooks Online or Desktop for their accounting and Gena can assist in reviewing and adjusting your books for the year-end taxes. If you are using QuickBooks Online, this can be a very efficient and cost-effective way to ensure your accounting is accurate and audit proof. This might also be a good time for planning for next year’s bookkeeping changes using some of the features of QuickBooks Online.
There are times when you have let your tax filings get behind. Usually it’s a situation in one year that carries over to the next years. In most cases, Gena can bring your filings up current and take this burden off your shoulders. She can communicate directly with the Franchise Tax Board and IRS as well. Gena’s schedule only allows her to perform these services May through January. Gather your papers and schedule a free 30-minute consultation to assess your personal situation.
Gena Hester has been handling my accounting and tax preparation needs - both business and personal - for nearly 20 years. She has always been accurate, timely, and pleasant to work with in a sometimes-unpleasant business. I will continue to use her for my accounting needs.
- CB
I consulted with Gena when I had missed filing several years of tax returns. The IRS had over-estimated what I owed which created a huge burden for me that I could never pay. After reviewing my paperwork, Gena explained that the liability would be considerably reduced using actual deductions I was entitled to. As we proceeded to gather all the information needed, Gena never judged me and was always friendly in her reminders to keep the process going on schedule. She made the process easy and painless, making sure we didn’t miss any legal deductions. Even with my many questions, she was always able to answer my queries in an understandable simple manner. When we were caught up, I miraculously didn’t owe any tax and received small refunds! Every penny I spent on her services was well worth it. I am happy to say I don’t dread tax season and am filing on time every year.
- KC
Gena is the best accountant I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. She is detail oriented and keeps abreast of current tax laws. I have used her services for years for our S Corp, LLCs, and personal taxes. She thinks outside the box and comes up with the most profitable ideas. I would highly recommend her, and I appreciate her constant communication. She is a one of a kind tax preparer.
Phone Number: (909) 261-9185
Email: genahester@verizon.net
Address: 36485 Rabbit Springs Rd Lucerne Valley, CA 92356
Gena Hester E.A