FAQs

Zigo & Associates

Have an accounting-related question? We have the answer. Check out these FAQs and give us a call today for more information!

  • Who Do We Serve?

    If you're in need of an accountant and wondering who we serve, we work with: High-income professionals (physicians, attorneys, consultants) Entrepreneurs and business owners Corporate executives Individuals with multi-state or international income Families focused on legacy and estate planning

  • What Is Proactive Tax Planning?

    Proactive tax planning means anticipating tax liabilities and implementing strategies with an accountant throughout the year-not just during tax season. This helps: Reduce taxable income Optimize investment returns Preserve generational wealth Avoid costly surprises

  • What is Our Strategic Approach?

    We go beyond tax preparation. Our planning includes: Personalized tax strategy aligned with your financial goals Collaboration with your accountant and legal team Long-term focus on wealth preservation and tax efficiency

  • What Are Common Tax Strategist We Use?

    An accountant can help with retirement plan optimization (e.g., SEP IRA, Solo 401(k)) including: Tax-loss harvesting for investment portfolios Charitable giving via donor-advised funds Entity structuring for business owners Estate and gift tax planning Health Savings Account (HSA) strategies

  • Do You All Have International Tax Expertise?

    We assist clients with global financial interests: Foreign income and asset reporting FATCA and FBAR compliance Tax treaty analysis Cross-border estate planning If you need an accountant to help your international tax needs, reach out to us today.

  • When Should I Start Planning?

    Immediately. The earlier you begin talking with an accountant, the more opportunities you have to reduce your tax burden and align your financial decisions with long-term goals.

  • What Services Do You Offer?

    Talking with an accountant can help you with: Tax planning and preparation IRS audit representation Business Entity Selection and restructuring Retirement and investment tax strategy Estate and trust tax consulting

  • Are Virtual Consultations Available?

    We serve clients nationwide through secure virtual meetings. Whether you're in New York, Miami, or abroad, a meeting with an accountant is just a click away.

  • What Is Tax Resolution?

    Tax resolution is the process of addressing and resolving tax issues with federal, state, or local authorities. Zigo & Associates helps businesses navigate complex tax challenges with an accountant, whether it's negotiating settlements, setting up payment plans, or resolving audits and penalties.

  • What Are Common Tax Problems Businesses Face?

    Some of the most frequent issues you can resolve with an accountant include: Payroll tax delinquencies Unfiled or late tax returns IRS or state tax debt Tax liens and levies Audit notices and representation

  • Do you support accounting integrations for popular ecommerce platforms like Shopify, Amazon, Etsy, and WooCommerce?

    Yes. Our ecommerce accountants in Commerce Township, MI specialize in connecting major ecommerce platforms—such as Shopify, Amazon Seller Central, Etsy, WooCommerce, Walmart Marketplace, BigCommerce, and more—directly to your accounting system. This ensures accurate tracking of sales, fees, refunds, taxes, and payouts without manual entry. Our team helps you choose the right integration apps and configures them for clean, reconciliation-ready books.

  • What data can be automatically synced from my ecommerce store to my accounting software?

    Our integrations can sync a wide range of financial data, including:
    Daily sales summaries by payment method
    Marketplace fees and commissions
    Shipping income and costs
    Refunds, chargebacks, and cancellations
    Sales tax collected
    Inventory quantities and cost of goods sold (COGS)
    Our ecommerce accountants in Waterford, MI make sure your books reflect your true profits and cash flow, not just revenue.

  • Can you help fix inaccurate or messy ecommerce accounting data from previous integrations?

    Absolutely. Many businesses come to us after struggling with improper setup or "data dumping" from apps that create thousands of unhelpful transactions. Our ecommerce accountants in West Bloomfield, MI clean up your historical data, rebuild proper financial workflows, and ensure your integrations are configured to prevent future issues. Our goal is clean, reliable books you can trust for tax filing and decision making.

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Zigo & Associates

Serving Greater Southeast Michigan and beyond, Zigo & Associates specializes in accounting services for small and medium-sized businesses. We help you maximize savings and minimize stress through wealth-focused, full-service, year-round planning. Our personalized approach prioritizes your needs—contact us today to schedule a consultation.