Portland Tax Preparation You Can Trust
It's That Time Again Tax Services provides professional tax preparation and IRS representation services to individuals and small businesses in Portland, Oregon. As an Enrolled Agent, we specialize exclusively in taxation, offering expert guidance for personal returns, self-employed professionals, and small business owners throughout the Portland metro area and beyond.
Our Philosophy
It’s That Time Again Tax Services is a small, Portland tax practice specializing in individual, self-employed and small business tax preparation. With our relationship focused approach, we ensure you still get the personal care you deserve. We understand how important every dollar is and how stressful this time of year can be. We're here to simplify the tax process for you, making it as straightforward, clear and stress-free as possible so when it’s that time again, you can rest assured knowing you're in good hands.
Modern Solutions with a Personal Touch
It’s That Time Again Tax Services combines the best, modern technology with the personal attention of someone who cares about your bottom line. With our virtual tax office, our modern systems streamline the filing process, improve accuracy, and keep your financial information secure — but our approach is still built on genuine relationships, clear communication, and trust. We take the time to understand your goals, offer thoughtful guidance, and provide the kind of care that will always define great service.
FAQ’s
- Tax return preparation
- IRS audits & correspondence
- Back taxes & payment plans
- Tax planning & compliance
- Multi-state & small-business solutions
| Category | Enrolled Agent (EA) | Certified Public Accountant (CPA) | Unenrolled Tax Preparer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed by | IRS (federal) | State Boards of Accountancy | No licensing required |
| Specialty | Taxes only — all areas + IRS representation | Accounting, audits, business financials, taxes | Basic tax preparation only |
| Representation Rights | ✅ Full rights nationwide | ✅ Yes (varies by expertise) | ❌ No (limited or none) |
| Continuing Education | Required — 72 hrs every 3 years | Required — varies by state | Not required |
| Authorized to Prepare Taxes? | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cost | 💰 Competitive | 💰💰 Often higher | 💲 Low, with higher risk |
| EA | IRS (federal) |
|---|---|
| CPA | State Boards |
| Unenrolled | No licensing |
| EA | Taxes only + IRS representation |
|---|---|
| CPA | Accounting & financials |
| Unenrolled | Basic preparation |
| EA | Full rights nationwide |
|---|---|
| CPA | Yes |
| Unenrolled | None / limited |
| EA | Required |
|---|---|
| CPA | Required |
| Unenrolled | Not required |
| EA | 💰 Competitive |
|---|---|
| CPA | 💰💰 Higher |
| Unenrolled | 💲 Low, more risk |