Capital Tax Returns · Rancho Santa Margarita, California
Personal tax preparation from someone who actually knows you.
Irini prepares personal tax returns for individuals, families, the self-employed, and property owners, with clear explanations and reasonable, transparent pricing.
Meet in person in Rancho Santa Margarita and Orange County, or work together remotely by phone and video.
A free 15-minute call. No pressure, no commitment.
Prefer to talk now? Call or text (949) 954-2400
- You work directly with Irini, start to finish
- In person in Rancho Santa Margarita, or remote
Who Irini helps
First-time filer, catching up on past years, or living overseas: you get clear answers and no judgment.
Individuals & families
W-2 income, dependents, education and child credits, itemized deductions, and returns for more than one state.
Self-employed & 1099
Freelancers, contractors, gig workers, and sole proprietors: business income and expenses, mileage, home office, and estimated payments.
Rental owners & investors
Rental properties, stock and crypto sales, dividends, and capital gains reported correctly.
Foreign income & U.S. citizens abroad
Returns that include foreign income, including for U.S. citizens living abroad. Irini will tell you honestly whether your situation is a good fit.
Capital Tax Returns prepares personal tax returns; we do not currently prepare C-corporation or partnership returns. See what is included.
Why people choose Irini
One preparer, from beginning to end
You work with Irini directly, not a rotating staff. The person who knows your file is the person who answers your questions.
Explained before it’s filed
Irini walks you through your return before anything is submitted, so you understand it, not just sign it.
Responsive and easy to reach
Call or text Irini directly. Remote meetings by phone or video make it easy to work together from home.
A relationship that lasts
Irini has prepared taxes for many years. She would rather get to know you and your situation, year after year, than treat you like a number in a line.
Reasonable, transparent pricing
Your fee depends on the forms your return needs, and Irini agrees the price with you before she files anything.
How it works
Three simple steps, with Irini at every one.
Step 1
Talk with Irini
A free 15-minute call by phone or video, or in person in Rancho Santa Margarita. Describe your situation and Irini tells you honestly whether she can help.
Step 2
Agree on scope and price
Irini confirms what your return involves and what it will cost, then gives you secure instructions for sending sensitive documents. Please don’t email tax documents or Social Security numbers.
Step 3
Review, approve, and file
Irini walks you through your return before anything is submitted. You approve it, then she files it.
What clients say
Real returns, real explanations, real people.
She explained everything clearly and actually answered her phone!
She walked me through my return line by line, explained every deduction, and gave me a plan, so I’m not surprised at tax time next year. Irini is the real deal, patient, knowledgeable, and she actually picks up.
— Maria L., Santa Ana, CA
Pricing you can see up front
Your fee depends on the forms your return needs, not a flat rate, and Irini confirms the price with you before she files anything. The fee estimator on the Pricing page shows what typical returns cost.
Quick answers
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Do you meet clients in Rancho Santa Margarita?
Yes. Irini meets clients in person in Rancho Santa Margarita and Orange County. Call or text to arrange a time that works for you, and Irini will confirm where to meet.
Can you work with me remotely?
Yes. Irini works with clients by phone and video, wherever you live, as long as your tax situation is within her professional scope. A free consultation is the easiest way to find out.
How much does preparation cost?
Your fee depends on the forms your return needs. The Pricing page has a fee estimator, and Irini confirms the final price before she files anything.
How will I send sensitive tax documents?
Please don’t email Social Security numbers or tax documents, and please don’t attach them to the contact form. After you become a client, Irini will give you secure instructions for exchanging sensitive documents.
Do you work with self-employed and 1099 clients?
Yes. Irini prepares returns for freelancers, contractors, gig workers, and sole proprietors who report business income on Schedule C.
Can you help with prior-year or amended returns?
Yes. Irini can help you catch up on unfiled prior-year returns and prepare amended returns. Tell her about your situation on a free consultation.
Ready to talk? Let’s see if we’re a good fit.
Book a free 15-minute consultation. Tell Irini about your situation, with no pressure and no commitment.
Already a client? Call or text Irini for secure instructions on sending documents.
Capital Tax Returns does not guarantee specific refund amounts. Information on this site is for general information only.
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