- Tax PlanningMr. Blathras’ educational background includes a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting from DePaul University prior to obtaining a Masters in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from the Illinois Institute of Technology’s Stuart Graduate School of Business. He is a Certified Public Accountant licensed to practice in the State of Illinois. He has attended numerous seminars related to the following subject matters: like kind exchanges; trust and estate tax planning; business evolution – the phases of business growth; annual federal and state tax updates.
- Estate Taxes
- Tax ServicesTax preparation has become a commodity. We will provide you with more than just a commodity. We will network you with the tools to succeed in this economy.
- Tax Return Preparation
- Accounting Services
- Payroll ServicesPerhaps you would know what your tax stance was, what were the actions to take, the pitfalls to avoid. We have helped many working class people who have an idea for a self owned business, the wealthy who are hit with excessive taxes, even penalties, businesses that seek net income maximization. A good CPA would take the time to know you, explain all the choices that are appropriate for you, and help manage these paths with effective communication skills. There are so many needs for each of us. It would be great if your CPA could network you with trusted vendors of payroll services, insurance needs, and investment advice.
- Bookkeeping ServicesWe provide bookkeeping services with qualified people to help in the accounting recording process. This process may be cumbersome but it is a necessity for the preparation of a proper tax return and financial statements. We also help on the daily questions that may arise in areas such as payroll, tax deductibility and other management issues relating to accounting.
- Financial Planning"Financial planning is not a product... it is a process. With the assistance of a planner, clients may use specific financial products, such as insurance or equities, but only as ends to accomplish the goals they have established. The financial planning process is a series of steps taken to help clients accomplish their goals. A qualified financial planner, will first gather and analyze data about a client's income and expenses, taxes, insurance coverage, retirement plans, wills, trusts, investments and other information pertinent to the overall financial situation."