"Near me" means different things across a county that stretches from Eastpointe to New Baltimore. Stout Tax Strategies is at 32008 Harper Ave in St. Clair Shores and serves individuals and businesses throughout Macomb County, both in person and remotely. Here's what we prepare, who we serve, and what to expect from the process.
Most of our work is handled remotely with secure document sharing, so distance within the county is rarely a factor. In-person appointments are available at our St. Clair Shores office for clients who prefer them. Here's where we regularly work:
Our home base on Harper Ave. No city income tax. Homestead credit and retirement income exemption reviewed on every eligible return.
Macomb County's largest city. No local income tax. High concentration of small manufacturing and trade businesses for whom we prepare business returns.
No local income tax. Many S-corp and LLC clients in professional services and skilled trades. FTE election commonly applicable.
No local income tax. Growing business community along Hall Road corridor, mix of individual and business clients.
No local income tax. Primarily individual filers and small business owners, often with Schedule C or S-corp filings.
Borders Detroit. No local Eastpointe income tax, but employees working in Detroit still owe the 1.2% nonresident city tax. We handle that split automatically.
No local income tax. Growing residential area, mix of individual filers, retirees, and small business owners.
No local income tax. Higher concentration of business-owner clients; S-corp and partnership returns common.
No local income tax in any of these cities. Individual and small business returns prepared for clients throughout the northern corridor.
The Detroit border detail that matters: No Macomb County city levies its own income tax, but any resident who works inside Detroit owes that city's 1.2% nonresident income tax on wages earned there. It's a separate filing that many preparers miss. We calculate and file it as part of your return.
Macomb County has legitimate free tax preparation resources. Before deciding, it's worth knowing when each option fits:
| Option | Best For | Limitations |
|---|---|---|
| IRS VITA (through Macomb County Veterans Services) | Income under $69,000, simple W-2 returns, basic credits | Seasonal only (Jan-Apr), no business returns, no complex situations, volunteer preparers |
| United Way VITA partners | Same income thresholds as above, basic credits (EITC, Child Tax Credit) | Appointment required, limited availability, no year-round support |
| National chain (H&R Block, Jackson Hewitt) | Simple W-2 returns, refund advance products | Seasonal hours at many locations, different preparer each year, Michigan-specific credits may be missed |
| Independent tax firm (Stout Tax Strategies) | All complexity levels: self-employment, business returns, investments, IRS notices, retirement income | Costs $150+ for individual returns (not free), but covers all situations year-round |
Form 1040 + MI-1040 for W-2 filers, retirees, investors, and rental property owners. Michigan homestead credit and 2026 unified retirement income exemption reviewed on every eligible return. Starting from $150.
Schedule C preparation, quarterly estimated payment calculation, home office and mileage deductions, SE tax calculation, and evaluation of S-corp election where income justifies it. Starting from $300.
Form 1120-S (S-corps, due March 15), Form 1065 (partnerships), Form 1120 (C-corps), and Schedule C, filed with Michigan returns. FTE election evaluated for all pass-through entities. Starting from $600.
Monthly bookkeeping and year-end tax filing under one engagement — books feed directly into the return without a separate provider or January scramble.
Full payroll processing with Michigan 4.25% withholding, quarterly Form 941, W-2 and 1099 preparation, and Michigan UIA reporting.
CP2000, CP14, audit letters, and Michigan Treasury notices reviewed and responded to before the deadline, with transcript pull included.
The majority of our Macomb County clients outside St. Clair Shores never visit the office. The process is:
We review your situation, confirm your filing requirements, and give you a flat price quote. No travel needed.
We provide a secure portal for W-2s, 1099s, property tax statements, and other records. No emailing PDFs or mailing originals.
We prepare your federal and Michigan returns together, review for every applicable credit, and share the draft with you for approval.
You sign remotely. We e-file. You receive confirmation. Year-round availability for any questions that follow.
| Return Type | Typical Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| W-2 individual return | $150 – $300 | Includes federal and Michigan return together |
| Retirement income return | $200 – $400 | Pension, Social Security, IRA/401(k) distribution, exemption calculation |
| Self-employed / Schedule C | $300 – $600 | Expense volume, vehicle, home office, quarterly payment calculation |
| S-corp / partnership (1120-S / 1065) | $800 – $1,800 | K-1s, FTE election, payroll reconciliation |
| C-corp (Form 1120) | $900 – $2,000+ | CIT calculation, depreciation schedules |
All prices are flat and confirmed before any work begins. Call or book a free consultation to get your specific quote.
Our office is at 32008 Harper Ave in St. Clair Shores, MI 48082. We serve all of Macomb County, including Warren, Sterling Heights, Clinton Township, Roseville, Eastpointe, Macomb Township, Shelby Township, Fraser, Utica, Center Line, New Baltimore, and Harrison Township. Most clients outside St. Clair Shores work with us remotely via phone, video, and secure document upload.
We don't offer free services, but Macomb County does have free VITA programs through the Macomb County Veterans Services office (for eligible filers under the income threshold) and United Way VITA partners. These are great for simple W-2 returns within income limits. For self-employment, business returns, investments, or IRS issues, paid professional preparation is needed.
No. We handle the full process remotely for clients across Macomb County: secure document upload, phone or video consultation, e-signature, and e-filing. In-person appointments are available at 32008 Harper Ave for those who prefer them.
No Macomb County city levies a local income tax. However, if you live anywhere in Macomb County and earn wages working inside the city of Detroit, you owe Detroit's 1.2% nonresident city income tax on those wages, which requires a separate city filing. We handle this as part of your return.
Individual W-2 returns start at $150. Self-employed returns run $300-$600. S-corp and partnership returns run $800-$1,800. All prices are flat and confirmed before work begins.
Prior-year return, all W-2s and 1099s, property tax statement for the Michigan homestead credit, mortgage interest statement if you own a home, and any IRS or Michigan Treasury correspondence. Self-employed clients should also bring income and expense records. Missing a document? We can pull your IRS wage and income transcript directly.
Yes, year-round. IRS notices, estimated payment questions, payroll issues, bookkeeping, and mid-year tax decisions don't follow a seasonal schedule. We're available Monday through Friday throughout the year.
Call or schedule online. We'll review your situation, confirm your price, and handle the rest.
Schedule a Free Consultation Call 586-757-6116