Texas does not impose a personal income tax, but businesses operating in the state face franchise tax obligations, sales and use tax requirements, and other compliance enforced by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts. A Comptroller audit or enforcement action can consume valuable time and resources, requiring you to produce detailed financial records and navigate complex state tax regulations. We offer complete state tax representation services designed to handle the entire process on your behalf. This means we act as your authorized representative so you are not required to divert attention from running your business to deal with the bureaucracy and paperwork of the Comptroller’s office. You simply forward any notice from the Comptroller to us and we handle it from start to finish.
Our firm offers state tax representation to small businesses and sole proprietors across Texas. In addition to franchise tax and sales tax audits, we also defend against Comptroller collection actions including tax liens, bank levies, and asset seizures.
- Defend your franchise tax and sales tax filings through the highest level of administrative review.
- Review your documentation before the Comptroller sees it.
- Review and respond to Comptroller notices and assessments.
- Schedule and attend all audit appointments and hearings on your behalf.
- Conduct analysis and create a strategy for issue resolution.
- Negotiate payment agreements and settlements with the Comptroller.
- If necessary, prepare a petition for judicial review.
- Minimize the financial impact of a state tax audit or assessment.
A. The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts administers franchise tax (also known as the Texas margin tax), sales and use tax, and other state-level taxes. While Texas does not impose a personal income tax, businesses operating in the state must comply with these requirements or face audits, assessments, and collection actions.
Q. If I receive a notice from the Texas Comptroller, what do I do?
A. We recommend you Schedule a Consultation with us to determine how we might help. We do not recommend contacting the Comptroller on your own.
Q. How long does a Comptroller audit or dispute take?
A. The timeline varies depending on the complexity of the issues, the records involved, and the level of review. Some matters resolve within weeks, while others may take several months or longer. As our client, we will manage the process on your behalf start to finish.
Q. What is the cost of this service?
A. Our state tax resolution fees are based on our flex-fee structure, and all costs are pre-approved by you when you decide to hire us. We offer payment plans, if needed, and set our fees so you do not have to worry about unexpected legal bills. There are no surprises, no add-ons. Because every situation is different, we recommend you Schedule a Tax Consultation so we can discuss your case in detail.