Tax Planning Services in Detroit, MI

Powering the Comeback City

Detroit businesses know a thing or two about resilience—and so do we. Whether you’re running a food truck in Midtown, launching a tech company in New Center, or growing your family-owned business on the East Side, strategic tax planning can give you a serious edge.


Straight Talk CPAs helps you keep more of your money by planning ahead. No scrambling in April. No unpleasant surprises. Just smart strategies built around your business.

As your business grows, your tax strategy needs to grow with it. Our corporate tax planning services in Detroit help expanding companies avoid pitfalls, save thousands, and stay compliant as things get more complex.


One of our recent clients, a digital agency downtown, needed help navigating payroll tax, contractor classifications, and multi-state filings. We got them squared away and saved them over $30K in avoidable penalties and missed deductions. Now they’re scaling with confidence—and smart financial foresight.

Corporate Tax Planning That Scales With You

Smarter Software = Better Savings

We combine expert advice with tech that sees the full picture. Our tax planning tools analyze your financials, identify trends, and model what-if scenarios so we can help you make the right move—before it’s too late to save.


Need to know if that new equipment purchase will help or hurt you come tax time? We’ve got answers (and charts).

Running a small business in Detroit means wearing a lot of hats. We’ll make sure “tax expert” isn’t one of them.

Take Amira, owner of a boutique café in Eastern Market. She was paying more in taxes than she needed to—simply because no one had helped her build a plan. We stepped in, reorganized her books, optimized her deductions, and helped her reinvest those savings into a full kitchen upgrade. Now her café’s thriving—and her stress level’s way down.

Small Business Tax Planning: Designed for Detroit’s Hustlers

Tax Planning for Every Size and Stage

Whether you're running a side hustle or managing multiple LLCs, our Detroit tax planning services meet you where you are. We tailor every strategy to your structure, your industry, and your growth goals. Think of us as your GPS for tax decisions—always a few steps ahead. Our tax advisory approach ensures you're never making decisions in the dark.

Personal Service, Always

We may use fancy tools, but we never lose the human touch. We’ll answer your questions, explain every move, and be straight with you—no jargon, no fluff.

Case Study: How a Detroit Dental Group Cut Their Tax Bill by $60K

Dr. Jackson, a lifelong Detroiter, owns a growing dental group with four locations. As her business expanded, so did her tax headaches—new employees, more equipment, and confusing write-off rules.

Here’s how we helped:

  1. Entity Optimization: We transitioned her practice to an S-Corp, reducing her self-employment taxes significantly.
  2. Defined Benefit Plan: We created a custom retirement strategy that allowed her to make large, tax-deductible contributions.
  3. Capital Expenses: We timed her equipment upgrades to qualify for maximum Section 179 deductions.
  4. Cloud Bookkeeping Integration: We synced her dental software with her books—giving her real-time clarity. Now, with tax advisory support built into her plan, she's no longer stressed about making the wrong move.

The result? A $62,790 tax savings in the first year. But even better? Dr. Jackson stopped dreading tax season. She told us, “You gave me back my weekends—and my peace of mind.”

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Why Straight Talk CPAs?

Tax laws change. Fast. Credits come and go. Deductions evolve. And doing it all yourself? That’s a full-time job. Let us handle the research, projections, and paperwork—so you can focus on what you do best.

We stay up to date on IRS updates, Michigan-specific regulations, and the strategies that make a real impact on your bottom line.

We blend tax advisory insight with practical strategies to help Detroit businesses thrive

FAQs

  • When should I start tax planning?

    Now! The sooner we start, the more options we have to lower your tax bill. Waiting until filing season limits what we can do.

  • Do you handle Michigan-specific tax rules?

    Yes—we know the ins and outs of both federal and Michigan tax codes. From local incentives to state credits, we’ve got you covered.

  • What if I own multiple businesses?

    Perfect—we specialize in complex setups with multiple entities. We’ll make sure you’re structured efficiently across the board.

  • Is everything done virtually?

    Yep! Whether you’re in Corktown or Canada, we can work with you online. We’re just a video call, phone call, or email away.

  • How much do you charge?

    We offer custom packages based on your needs. No hidden fees—just transparent pricing and real results.

  • Can I reach out if I have questions outside of tax season?

    Absolutely! We’re here year-round to answer any questions or concerns you may have.

  • How do I get started?

    Getting started is easy! Just reach out via our contact form or give us a call, and we’ll set up an initial consultation to discuss your needs.