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Our Mission
More Than Just Numbers—We’re Your Neighbors
Founded by Steven and Melissa Van Duzen, FL Tax Experts is rooted in a simple belief: taxes should empower people, not overwhelm them.
For over 8 years, we’ve called St. Petersburg home, serving Florida families and businesses with a mix of technical expertise and genuine care.
Our Story: Service First
In just two years, Steven and Melissa prepared over 5,000 free tax returns for Pinellas County residents and the City of St. Petersburg —an effort recognized by the President of the United States, The United Way and Americares. That same commitment to community drives us today. Whether you’re a gig worker, retiree, or CEO, we treat your taxes with the attention they deserve.
Why Florida Trusts Us
✅ Deep Local + National Expertise
- Steven specializes in complex personal and business taxes: RSUs, ESPPs, foreign tax credits, tariffs, and duties.
- Melissa focuses on families, retirees, and small businesses, maximizing credits and simplifying filings.
- Our extensive network of associates and partners have the experience and credentials to meet any tax needs or requirements.
✅ TurboTax On-Site Experts
As Intuit TurboTax On-Site Experts, we offer seamless full-service tax prep through TurboTax—ideal for DIY filers who want backup, or filers who want to stay with the same company, but would rather have their taxes prepared professionally.
✅ Statewide Network
Our partnerships with CPAs, EAs, and financial specialists mean no tax challenge is too big, no matter where you are in Florida.
Headquartered in St. Petersburg, serving all of Florida with pride.
Let’s turn tax stress into confidence—together. [Schedule a Consult]
Services
Personal Tax Preparation & Filing
W2 and 1099 Earnings, 1099-R Social Security Recipients and Pensioners, Gig work, Freelancers
Standard Tax Preparation and Filing -
Your taxes are as unique as you are, so it is important for our experts to take the time to understand your unique situation. It is often the most important and largest financial decision we make each year, which is why our experts are committed to personalized, expert guidance that helps you make the most of your tax situation, so you can focus on what truly matters - building a brighter and more prosperous financial future.
Major Life Events & Taxes -
Major life events come in all degrees of good and bad, and with the US tax code at over 70,000 pages, there are potential advantages, opportunities and repercussions for practically every major life event. From the joy of adding a new member to the family, buying a home, getting a pay raise, starting a business or even furthering your education, to being the victim of a crime, natural disaster, medical illness, or unexpected job loss, each of these moments can significantly impact your taxes.
Specializations
We have expert tax professionals who can cater to practically all taxation matters
Past Year Tax Filings
The IRS typically prefers to have back taxes filed before the current year is filed. Your expert will come up with a plan to get your taxes caught up in the most efficient and cost-effective manner possible.
Tax Check-Up!
Don’t wait until April to fix surprises! A quick mid-year tax check-up helps ensure the right amount is withheld from your paycheck, avoids nasty tax bills, and accounts for life changes (new job, marriage, baby, or side hustle). A lot of us were affected by Hurricanes last year, and there are several options available to Floridians with respect to losses, Retirement Withdrawal Penalties and more. Stay ahead—so you keep more money now and avoid stress later.
Tax Planning
"Failing to plan is planning to fail." - Benjamin Franklin
With respect to taxes, nothing could be more true. Our tax experts work side by side with our clients, executing tax planning strategies, empowering your prosperity year after year. Connect with our tax experts for a personalized tax consultation. Whether you're an individual taxpayer, a business owner, or a student, we'll help you navigate your tax concerns with ease.
Business Taxes
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While most businesses are pass through or flow-through entities, certain LLC structures, S-Corporations and C-Corporations are required to file at least informational returns. This can include the need to file and pay quarterly taxes, social security and Medicare and sales taxes as well. With the current environment on taxes and tariffs, having a skilled tax expert to work with you and your business is a necessity in order to remain competitive and up to date on your unique tax scenario.
Audit your IRS.gov Account
The IRS may have records you are not aware of and any tax assessment or review process should begin with an IRS.GOV audit. Having an expert walk you through and make sense of your return transcripts, account transcripts and more is an important part of any tax plan.
Tax Resolution & Representation
Our credentialed experts, Enrolled Agents and CPAs, offer tax relief and representation services. You don't want to go up against the IRS alone - our experts have the knowledge, resources and experience to get you the best resolution possible. If you have received a letter or notification from the IRS, contact a tax professional as soon as possible.
Contact Us
Better yet, see us in person!
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FL Tax Experts
Hours
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