Taxes done carefully — and explained.

Individual, family, self-employed and small-business returns, prepared by people who walk you through every line, in English, French and African languages.

TETEEMA GROUP LLC dba TEMA Tax & Consulting Services · IRS Certifying Acceptance Agent.

Every return reviewed with you before it's filed.

Individual & family returns

Federal, New York State and NYC returns for W-2 earners, retirees, families and first-time filers.

Self-employed & gig workers

Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, braiders, cleaners and freelancers — Schedule C done properly.

ITIN applications

As an IRS Certifying Acceptance Agent, we verify your documents here, so in most cases your passport goes home with you the same day.

Bookkeeping, sales tax & payroll

Monthly books, NYS sales tax filing and payroll for small businesses.

IRS & NYS notice assistance

Got a letter? We explain it in plain language and help you prepare your response. We do not represent clients before the IRS.

Free 2-year return review

Bring your last two returns and we check them for missed credits.

How it works

Book or walk in: call or book online.
Bring your documents to our office or send them through our secure portal.
We prepare your return and go over it with you. If English isn't your first language, we can explain it in another language spoken in our office.
You approve and sign, we e-file, and we stay available all year.

Clear fees, agreed before we begin.

Every situation is different, but we're transparent: you'll know your price before any work starts. Prices are posted in our office, and we can send you our price list on request.

General consultation: free. Tax Advisory & IRS Help consultations: $80.

Government fees are always shown separately from ours. No money up front? Your preparation fee can be paid from your refund. Bank and transmission fees apply. Before we discuss your return you receive the Consumer Bill of Rights Regarding Tax Preparers, as New York State and City rules require.

Tax season is easier with a plan.

Book an appointment

Call 718-880-4485

Questions we hear every tax season.

Is the first consultation free?

Start with a free general consultation. Tax Advisory & IRS Help consultations are $80. Tell us what you need, and we'll explain how we can help before any work starts.

What should I bring?

A photo ID, Social Security or ITIN cards for everyone on the return, all your W-2s and 1099s, last year's return, and any IRS or state letters. Self-employed? Bring your income and expense records too. Claiming dependents? Bring their names, dates of birth, and Social Security numbers or ITINs.

Call 718-880-4485 for the full list of documents or to schedule an appointment.

Can you promise me a big refund?

No honest preparer can. Your refund depends on the tax law and your own information. We make sure you claim the credits and deductions you qualify for, and we explain the result line by line.

I don't have a Social Security number. Can I still file?

Often, yes. As an IRS Certifying Acceptance Agent, we can help you apply for an ITIN, usually together with your tax return, and verify many identity documents right here in the office.

I missed a year, or made a mistake. Can you help?

Yes. We prepare past-year and amended returns. Bring what you have and we'll tell you what's missing.

I got a letter from the IRS or New York State. What now?

Don't ignore it. Bring it in and we'll explain it in plain language and help you prepare your response. If you need an attorney, CPA or enrolled agent to represent you, we'll tell you.

Can I do everything without coming in?

Yes. You can send us your documents and review your return with us by phone or video, from anywhere in the U.S.

Do you offer tax planning?

Yes. Tax advisory is year-round planning for a new business, a marriage, a new baby, a home purchase or retirement, before the deadline, not after. A tax advisory consultation is $80, paid when you book. Cancel at least 24 hours before your appointment for a full refund.

Where can I track my refund?

Check your status directly with the IRS at irs.gov/refunds and with New York State at tax.ny.gov.

Can you file my business sales tax returns?

Yes. We prepare and file New York State sales tax returns for small businesses, quarterly (ST-100) or annually (ST-101), and help you stay on schedule so you avoid penalties. Don't have a Certificate of Authority yet? We can help you apply.

How can I pay my taxes online?

Pay the IRS directly with IRS Direct Pay at irs.gov/directpay, and New York State through NYS Online Services at tax.ny.gov/pay. Both are free. We can walk you through it at your appointment.

While you're here

Clients who file taxes with us often also need certified translation of foreign documents, health insurance through the Marketplace or the Essential Plan, or help forming an LLC. Ask us at your appointment.