Meet Grant McMichael, CPA!
Born and raised in Austin, Texas, Grant began his arc to accounting at the University of Georgia. After a number of years in the hospitality industry, Grant completed his undergraduate studies at St. Edward's University and began working for a local CPA firm in Austin. After completing his Master's degree and passing the CPA exam, Grant decided it was time to start his own firm in July of 2016. At the time, Grant's son, Liam, was 5 and about to start kindergarten. Today, Liam is 15 and a sophomore in high school. Grant and Liam live in South Austin with their dog Oatmeal. When not walking Oatmeal or working on tax returns, Grant can usually be found at Life Time Fitness.
Grant W McMichael, CPA
CPA Certification, 2016
Ironman Texas 2024
Grant W McMichael, CPA
CORE VALUES
I provide honest, reliable solutions that align with both the law and your financial goals, ensuring long-term peace of mind.
I aim to build
a long-lasting, mutually beneficial relationship with every client—founded on respect, reliable communication, and a common interest in not giving the government more money than they are owed.
Whether it be building and strengthening relationships, optimizing processes, or delivering timely and accurate insights, I strive for excellence in everything that I do.
CORE SERVICES
Income Tax Returns
Preparation, Review, & Electronic Filing
Ideal for anyone who needs their tax return(s) filed correctly and on time.
COMPLIANCE, plus:
Income Tax Planning
Ideal for proactive taxpayers who want to optimize tax savings.
COLLABORATION, plus:
Tax Consulting & Accounting
Ideal for business owners who don't have time for bookkeeping/payroll.
INCOME TAX RETURN FEES*
INDIVIDUALS & FIDUCIARIES
Federal: $900
State: $450
50% off Dependent Returns
CORPORATIONS & PARTNERSHIPS
Federal: $1,350
State: $450
*Fees represent minimums for new tax return engagements based on a flat $225/hr rate.
SUPPORTING SERVICES
Tax Consulting
$225/hour
Ideal for individuals who need timely and accurate tax-based solutions.
Compliance Reviews ∙ Tax Estimates ∙ Strategic Opportunities ∙ Entity Evaluations ∙ Sanity Checks
Tax Accounting
$125/hour
Ideal for business owners who don't have time for bookkeeping.
Quarterly accounting services start at $250/month
INCOME TAX PLANNING
Here's what a "normal" tax planning engagement entails:
1. Review your federal and state income tax returns for the two most recently filed tax years to identify missed tax-saving opportunities, understand your tax profile, and identify items that may affect your current year tax liability.
2. Identify and analyze the tax-saving opportunities available to you based on your facts and circumstances, which may include, for example, the timing of income and deductions, retirement plan contributions, charitable giving strategies, capital gain and loss planning, and available credits and deductions.
3. Prepare a projection of your federal income tax liability, and state income tax liability where applicable, for the current tax year based on the year-to-date and anticipated income, deduction, and payment information you provide.
4. Recommend adjustments to your federal income tax withholding and/or the amount and timing of your estimated tax payments for the remainder of the current tax year.
