Who we help in Phoenix
Small to medium-sized businesses and individuals in Phoenix: sole proprietors, LLCs, S-corporations, C-corporations and partnerships on the business side, and individuals and families who need a return prepared or want help with an IRS notice.
How we work with Phoenix clients
In Phoenix, Kara meets clients in person by appointment at designated meeting locations. If that is not convenient, phone and video meetings are available. Kara is also glad to visit your home or place of business by arrangement. A free consultation comes first either way.
Arizona Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT)
If you are starting a business in Phoenix, renting space to a tenant, subleasing, or opening for retail sales, ask early whether a TPT license applies. TPT, short for Transaction Privilege Tax, is the tax Arizona places on the privilege of engaging in certain business activities, and the Arizona Department of Revenue collects it for the state, counties and cities.
Because rates and rules for rental and retail differ from one city to the next, a Phoenix answer is not automatically a Tempe or Mesa answer. On the residential side, Arizona repealed city TPT on long-term residential rentals of 30 days or more as of January 1, 2025; commercial rentals are still subject to city TPT.
General information, not tax advice for your situation.
Common questions from Phoenix clients
Where would we meet if I am a Phoenix client?
By appointment at a designated meeting location in Phoenix. We do not publish a street address; when you book a free consultation we will confirm where and when.
What if I would rather not travel to a meeting in Phoenix?
Then meet by phone or video. Phone and video meetings are available to any Phoenix client who prefers them.
Can Kara visit my home or place of business in Phoenix?
Yes, by arrangement. Kara is glad to meet at your home or place of business. Mention it when you book your consultation.
I run a Phoenix business. Should I ask about TPT before I rent space or sell?
It is worth asking first. City TPT rules for rental and retail vary by city, and the Arizona Department of Revenue collects TPT for the state, counties and cities. A free consultation is a good place to start. General information, not tax advice for your situation.
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About Kara Larkin, EA
Kara Larkin, EA, is the founder and owner of Right Choice Tax & Accounting, based in Gilbert, AZ. She brings over 17 years of experience in corporate financial management, holds an accounting degree, is an Enrolled Agent authorized to practice before the IRS, and is a licensed Certified Public Bookkeeper. Member, National Association of Enrolled Agents. Member, SEVEN networking.