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The IRS and states are using AI to audit Schedule C filers within days of filing. I am seeing audit letters arrive less than 10 days after a return is submitted. If you received a state audit letter, or claimed business expenses on your return, call before you respond.

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James Maule

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If the IRS or your state has a question, if you realized you left something off your return, or if you need a real plan for your family or business, I can help.

I spent thirteen years at Big 4 and large multinational firms working through the kind of tax issues Fortune 500 companies face. I built this practice so individuals, families, and small business owners get that same depth of experience, at small-firm rates.

I work with farmers, automotive workers (Flint and Michigan union proud), attorneys, machine shops, and a wide range of sole proprietors and small businesses, especially the ones just getting started.

You work with me directly. No online tax factory, no revolving door of associates. I know your name, I know your file, and I pick up the phone.

Areas of Practice

Three lanes, one attorney. Federal tax matters nationwide; estate and probate work under Michigan law.

Tax Controversy & Resolution

When the IRS or a state tax agency has questions, you need experienced counsel between you and the audit, levy, or notice.

Business Tax & Transactions

Personal and business tax work, ongoing advisory, and structural counsel for owners thinking about an exit or family succession.

Estate Planning & Administration

Michigan estate planning and probate work, including estate and gift tax planning across generations.

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From Our Blog

Practical guidance on tax and estate matters.

Estate Planning·May 8, 2026

When to Unwind an Irrevocable Trust You Funded Before OBBBA Made the Estate Exemption Permanent

Many Michigan families set up SLATs and dynasty trusts in 2024 and 2025 to lock in the federal estate exemption before the scheduled 2026 sunset. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act killed the sunset and made the exemption permanent at $15 million. Some of those trusts are now over-engineered. Here is when to modify, when to unwind, and when to leave the trust in place.

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Small Business·May 4, 2026

Should You Revoke Your Michigan PTET Election Now That the SALT Cap Is $40,000?

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act raised the federal SALT cap from $10,000 to $40,000. Many Michigan flow-through entities elected the state PTET when the cap was tight. The election may no longer make sense in 2026 and 2027. Here is the math, and how to decide whether to keep, revoke, or pause your election.

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Tax Law·April 29, 2026

Form 1099-DA First Season: What to Do When Your Crypto Broker's Numbers Disagree With Your Return

2025 was the first year crypto brokers issued Form 1099-DA. Most of those forms are missing basis or report it incorrectly. If you already filed your 2025 return and your broker's number disagrees with what you reported, here is what to do, when to amend, and how to avoid the CP2000 notices that are coming.

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