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Trusted Tax Strategists in San Jose, CA
At Silicon Valley Tax Coach, we leverage our specialized training as Certified Tax Strategists to deliver substantial tax savings for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals. Our approach combines proactive tax planning with personalized strategies designed to minimize liabilities and maximize wealth. With expertise in federal and state tax codes, we identify overlooked credits, deductions, and legal loopholes to ensure clients pay only what they owe. Founded on principles of integrity and client-centric service, we prioritize long-term relationships, adapting strategies as tax laws evolve to maintain compliance and optimize savings.

Our team's deep industry experience, including representation before the IRS and board roles in professional organizations, underscores our commitment to excellence. We serve diverse industries, including cannabis businesses and medical professionals, offering tailored solutions that align with unique financial goals. Transparency and education are central to our practice, empowering clients to make informed decisions about their financial futures.
Services
Tax Reduction Planning Tax Preparation Accounting Services Tax Strategy Consultation Bookkeeping Financial Reporting Payroll Processing Business Advisory
Details
  • Year established: 2021
Highlights and features
  • We create personalized tax strategies to reduce liabilities for business owners.
  • Our team includes a Certified Tax Strategist with 15+ years of IRS experience.
  • Proactive planning leverages legal loopholes and evolving tax code knowledge.
  • Specialized expertise serving cannabis businesses and high-net-worth individuals.
  • Proven track record saving clients over $4.8 million in taxes.
Associations and certifications
  • Certified Tax Strategist (CTS)
  • Enrolled Agent (EA)
What people say
Very sincere Promptness and honesty Very helpful Best service Detail oriented
Services
Tax Reduction Planning
Our Tax Reduction Planning service identifies legal credits, deductions, and loopholes to minimize liabilities. We analyze financial situations, industry-specific opportunities, and evolving tax codes to create customized strategies. Clients receive actionable plans that reduce tax burdens while maintaining compliance.
Tax Strategy Consultation
During consultations, we assess clients' financial goals and business structures to develop proactive tax strategies. Our Certified Tax Strategists provide guidance on entity selection, income optimization, and regulatory changes to ensure long-term savings and compliance.
Accounting Services
We offer comprehensive accounting solutions, including bookkeeping, financial reporting, and payroll processing. Our services streamline financial operations, improve accuracy, and provide clear insights to support business decision-making and tax planning.
Tax Preparation
Our Tax Preparation service ensures accurate, compliant filings while maximizing refunds. We leverage proactive planning insights to optimize returns, reduce audit risks, and implement strategies that align with annual tax-saving goals.
Business Advisory
We provide ongoing advisory support for business growth, including entity structuring, cash flow management, and regulatory compliance. Our expertise helps clients align financial practices with tax-efficient operations and long-term wealth-building objectives.
People
Russell Barnett
Enrolled Agent, Certified Tax Strategist
Russell Barnett, EA, CTS, has 15+ years of tax expertise, including IRS representation and board roles in professional organizations. He specializes in proactive tax planning for small businesses and high-net-worth individuals.
Questions
What is a Certified Tax Strategist?
A Certified Tax Strategist specializes in proactive tax planning, using advanced training to identify legal savings opportunities beyond standard deductions.
How can you help reduce business taxes?
We analyze financial structures, industry-specific credits, and tax code changes to create strategies that legally minimize liabilities and maximize savings.
What services do you offer?
We provide tax planning, preparation, accounting, bookkeeping, payroll processing, and business advisory services tailored to small businesses and high-net-worth individuals.
How does the consultation process work?
We start with a free consultation to assess your needs, followed by a personalized questionnaire and tax strategy development within two weeks.
Do you offer a free resource for new clients?
Yes, we provide a complimentary copy of 'Writeoffs to the Rescue' with every free consultation to help clients understand tax-saving opportunities.