Tax Services in Des Plaines, IL
Federal Direct Tax & Business Services provides professional tax preparation, business accounting, and IRS representation to individuals and businesses in Des Plaines, Illinois and surrounding Cook County communities. Visit our Des Plaines office at 1760 Greenleaf Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018.
What We Offer
Our Services
Individual Tax Preparation
Comprehensive personal tax returns for Des Plaines residents including W-2, 1099, investment income, and multi-state filing.
Business Tax & Accounting
S-Corp, LLC, partnership, and C-Corp returns for Des Plaines businesses. Year-round tax planning and entity optimization.
Bookkeeping & Payroll
Monthly bookkeeping, payroll processing, QuickBooks setup, and financial statements for Des Plaines small businesses.
IRS Representation
Enrolled Agent representation before the IRS for Des Plaines taxpayers facing audits, notices, or collections.
New Business Formation
Entity selection, EIN applications, Illinois state registration, and initial tax setup for new Des Plaines businesses.
Tax Planning
Proactive tax planning strategies to minimize your liability. Quarterly projections and year-end optimization.
Trusted Expertise
Why Choose Federal Direct
Jerald D'Souza is an IRS Enrolled Agent — a federally-licensed tax practitioner authorized to represent taxpayers before the IRS.
Your Local Tax Office in Des Plaines
Federal Direct Tax & Business Services is proud to serve Des Plaines and the surrounding Cook County communities from our office at 1760 Greenleaf Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018. We're not a big-box, seasonal tax chain — we're a local firm led by an IRS Enrolled Agent who's available year-round, with personal service and the authority to represent you before the IRS if you ever need it.
Des Plaines individuals and businesses come to us for everything from personal tax returns to full business accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and IRS representation. And because we offer both in-person appointments at our Des Plaines office and secure virtual service, you can work with us whichever way is more convenient.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is your Des Plaines office located?
Our Des Plaines office is at 1760 Greenleaf Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018. Appointments are available in person or virtually.
Do you serve businesses as well as individuals in Des Plaines?
Yes. We prepare individual returns and handle business tax and accounting for S-Corps, LLCs, partnerships, and C-Corps, along with year-round tax planning and entity optimization.
Can you help me start a new business in Des Plaines?
Yes — we handle entity selection, EIN applications, Illinois state registration, and initial tax setup for new Cook County businesses.
What if I get audited or receive an IRS notice?
As an IRS Enrolled Agent, Jerald D'Souza can represent Des Plaines taxpayers before the IRS for audits, notices, and collections — you won't have to face the IRS alone.
Do I need to come to the office in person?
No. We offer a secure client portal and virtual appointments, so you can handle your taxes remotely if you prefer.