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The Associates
Going Beyond the Numbers
The Associates LLC has created a personalized accounting experience that takes each client beyond the numbers. The personal relationship we develop with each and every client coupled with out extensive tax, accounting and industry expertise is what sets our firm apart from our competitors. Don't stress over the ever changing tax laws, we make it our priority to keep abreast of the tax law changes in order to properly apply them to each and every client.
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2024 Business Tax Return Due Date is March 17th, 2025
2024 Individual Tax Return Due Date is April 15th, 2025
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LAST DAY TO FILE A 2021 TAX RETURN AND GET A REFUND IS 4/15/25
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About Us
Since coming together to form The Associates in 2003, Ginger O'Toole, CPA and Lorraine Palovick, RTRP have given our clients the best possible service at a competitive rate. While our practice and staff have grown over the years, we have maintained our attention to detail and commitment to personalized client service.
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The Associates is a tax and accounting firm specializing in the entertainment industry, self-employed individuals and privately held businesses. Our objective is to work closely with clients to reduce personal tax liability and maximize after-tax cash flow and wealth. We provide the highest quality tax management, tax planning, tax preparation and accounting services to clients in all fifty states and abroad.
At The Associates we are devoted to client service. We promise to become an integral part of your business' accounting team and a bold leader for personal tax planning. We, along with all of our staff, are required to continue our education while keeping current with national, state and local tax developments.
Our Services
We provide personalized tax & accounting services. Through proper planning, we minimize our clients' tax liabilities and help them meet their short and long-term goals while constantly adding value.
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TAX PREPARATION
Individuals
Corporations
Partnerships
Trusts & Estates
Self-employed individuals
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TAX PLANNING
We work 12 months a year preparing tax projections & calculating estimated tax payments to ensure you avoid unnecessary interest and penalties on your tax liabilities.
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BOOKKEEPING
Corporations
Partnerships
Sole-Proprietors
LLCs
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PAYROLL
Federal, State and Local Quarterly and Annual Reports
Preparation of 1099s and W-2's
Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual processing available
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BUSINESS FORMATION
Entity Selection
Registrations
Business Plans
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IRS & STATE EXAMINATION/CORRESPONDENCE
Representation
Guidance
Correspondence
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Call to schedule your Zoom tax appointment 732-398-9906
**emailed tax docs will no longer be accepted, you must use your client vault**
Client Worksheets
Please completed ALL worksheets (even if nothing has changed) and upload them to your vault. We need them completed every year.
Expense worksheet - Entertainment
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CLIENT VAULT:
PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL DOCUMENTS SENT TO US MUST BE UPLOADED VIA YOUR OWN SECURE CLIENT VAULT. IF YOU HAVEN'T RECEIVED YOUR VAULT SETUP INSTRUCTIONS YET, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE 732-398-9906.
**emailed tax docs will no longer be accepted, you must use your client vault**
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Helpful Government Links
Use the links below to:- Check on the status of your refund
- Inquire about a notice you received
- Make a payment plan
Industries
Entertainment & Arts
Including but not limited to: Performers, Musicians, Creatives, Writers, Composers, Directors, Producers, Management, Casting Agents, Designers, Stage Hands, Camera Crew, PR, DJs, Industry Coaches, Photographers & all that work in front of and behind the curtain and in front of and behind the cameras.
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Medical Practices
Law Firms
Architects
Therapists
Investment Banking
Finance Professionals
Teaching Professionals
Healthcare Professionals
Sales Professionals
Engineers
Construction
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Contact Us Today
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Ginger O'Toole - ginger@theassociatestax.com
Lorraine Palovick - lorraine@theassociatestax.com
Tanya Weintraub - tanya@theassociatestax.com
Nicole Perez - nicole@theassociatestax.com
Vicki Lazar - vicki@theassociatestax.com
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NEW CLIENT VAULT:
PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL DOCUMENTS SENT TO US MUST BE UPLOADED VIA YOUR OWN SECURE CLIENT VAULT. IF YOU HAVEN'T RECEIVED YOUR VAULT SETUP INSTRUCTIONS YET,
PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE 732-398-9906
AND ASK FOR NATALIE.
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**emailed tax docs will no longer be accepted,
you must use your client vault**
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OFFICE LOCATIONS
New Jersey - use when mailing us
720 King Georges Rd, Suite 200
Fords, NJ 08863
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New York - please do not send mail here
112 W 34th Street, 18th Floor
Across from Macy's
New York, NY 10120
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F 732.661.2069
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