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The Royce CPA Firm

Certified Public Accountant specializing in personal, non-profit and forensic accounting and tax preparation

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March 3, 2021 By Crystal Royce

A Look at Our Secure File Exchange Service

A Look at Our Secure File Exchange Service

When you’re running a business, the last thing you want to add to your plate is running secure documents back and forth to your CPA. We understand that, which is why we offer our clients a secure file exchange service. Using our digital file exchange service, you can send us all of the documents we…

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Filed Under: Miscellaneous

February 5, 2021 By Crystal Royce

Is Your Business Eligible for the Employee Retention Credit?

Is Your Business Eligible for the Employee Retention Credit?

It is difficult to overstate how severely COVID-19 has disrupted business. Many business owners navigated complex systems to tap into financial assistance from the federal government, such as PPP loans, in order to keep their employees on the payroll. If you fought hard to protect your employees and continued to pay them even while your…

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Filed Under: COVID-19

February 3, 2021 By Crystal Royce

What You Need to Know about Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) in 2021

What You Need to Know about Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) in 2021

One of the many changes that occurred during 2020 was a modification to required minimum distributions, or RMDs. The CARES Act suspended RMDs in 2020, giving retirees more flexibility in handling their retirement accounts. However, in 2021, those 72 and older should be ready to start taking RMDs. Here is what you need to know….

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Filed Under: Retirement

January 13, 2021 By Crystal Royce

Video Walkthrough: New Tax Laws for Businesses in 2021

Video Walkthrough: New Tax Laws for Businesses in 2021

Businesses of all sizes and industries have been through a rough time. Fortunately, help is on the way. In late December of 2020, Congress passed The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021. It includes a new round of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. Here’s what you need to know the effects of these tax changes on your…

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Filed Under: Miscellaneous

January 12, 2021 By Crystal Royce

Video Walkthrough: New Tax Laws for Individuals in 2021

Video Walkthrough: New Tax Laws for Individuals in 2021

Welcome to another New Year! Here at The Royce CPA Firm, we’re looking forward to better times ahead. What better way to ring in the New Year than with a look at some of the tax law changes you can expect? The good news is that Congress has approved a new stimulus package. The Consolidated…

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April 7, 2020 By Crystal Royce

Video Walkthrough: Understanding How the PPP Loan Works

Video Walkthrough: Understanding How the PPP Loan Works

As a small business owner, it’s a good idea to make yourself aware of your options for financial assistance during the COVID-19 crisis. One of the most important options available to you is the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan. What is the PPC Loan? This program is designed to help business owners continue to pay…

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Filed Under: COVID-19

April 3, 2020 By Crystal Royce

Video Walkthrough: Applying for the EIDL Loan

Video Walkthrough: Applying for the EIDL Loan

If you’re a small business owner, then it’s likely that you’ve been looking at recent news with no small degree of concern. The spread of COVID-19 and the economic repercussions that have accompanied it have had a significant effect on small businesses around the country. However, help is available in the form of the Economic…

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Filed Under: COVID-19

April 1, 2020 By Crystal Royce

What Employers Must Know about COVID-19 and Changed Tax Laws

What Employers Must Know about COVID-19 and Changed Tax Laws

The COVID-19 pandemic that has swept across the world has prompted a number of changes that affect employers. These changes involve paid sick leave, paid family and medical leave, and the tax credits associated with those policies. Here’s what you need to know. How does COVID-19 affect employees’ paid sick leave?  If an employee cannot…

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Filed Under: Healthcare

February 24, 2020 By Crystal Royce

Deducting Foreign Travel

Deducting Foreign Travel

The IRS has very different rules for deducting foreign business travel and for deducting domestic business travel. This month, we’ll focus on FOREIGN business travel, and will follow up next month with the rules for deducting DOMESTIC business travel. First, in order to deduct the full cost of transportation to a foreign country, at least…

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Filed Under: Deductions, Travel

January 27, 2020 By Crystal Royce

Expanded Retirement Option

Expanded Retirement Option

Effective January 1, 2020, a new law went into place called the SECURE Act (signed on December 20th, 2019).  The SECURE Act made many changes to our current retirement laws.  Here are some highlights: Under old law, you could not make contributions to a Traditional IRA once you turned 70 ½. Under new law, you…

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Filed Under: IRS, Miscellaneous, Retirement

January 22, 2020 By Crystal Royce

Top Ways to Defend Against an Audit

Top Ways to Defend Against an Audit

Everyone should have a proactive audit defense strategy. Whether you are a business or an individual, you can ensure you have the proper documentation for all of your financial arrangements and transactions. With the right documentation, your certified public accountant (CPA) will have the information necessary to defend you in the event the IRS decides…

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Filed Under: IRS

January 3, 2020 By Crystal Royce

Does No 1099 Mean No Deduction for You?

Does No 1099 Mean No Deduction for You?

It’s a common scenario: You neglected to issue a Form 1099 to your business’ contractors. As a result, you are now being audited. During the process, the IRS auditor tells you that you can no longer claim your deductions, because you failed to issue the Form 1099s. What should you do? Here are the answers…

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Filed Under: Deductions, IRS

December 19, 2019 By Crystal Royce

Take a Look at Our New Office Space!

Take a Look at Our New Office Space!

  We are so pleased with how our new office is turning out. We know many of you won’t have the chance to see our place before the new year, so we’d like to invite you to follow along as we show you around! We’re now easier to find! Our road sign is (finally) in…

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November 25, 2019 By Crystal Royce

We’ve Moved to 3075 N Swan Rd!

We’ve Moved to 3075 N Swan Rd!

After years of continued growth, we’re expanding! A wonderful opportunity presented itself in the form of an office building located just Northwest of our current location on Swan Road.It is a bittersweet departure as we’ll be moving away from the friends we’ve made in suite 209, including Laila Aussie, who will be staying with the…

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November 13, 2019 By Crystal Royce

Buying a Vehicle in 2019? Here’s How to Save on Taxes!

Buying a Vehicle in 2019? Here’s How to Save on Taxes!

All sorts of businesses rely on four wheels to run their operations. If you need to buy a new pickup truck, SUV, van, or car, you could save on your taxes! It’s all thanks to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). However, you’ll need to make the purchase before the end of the year…

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October 30, 2019 By Crystal Royce

Core Value Spotlight: Curiosity & Lifetime Learning

Core Value Spotlight: Curiosity & Lifetime Learning

Lifetime learning is a treasured core value here at The Royce CPA Firm. And so when TEDxTucson announced the 5th annual conference, [r]evolution, we jumped at the chance to attend! It took place at the Berger Theater on September 21st, and featured talks by 12 of Tucson’s most dynamic thought leaders. Here’s a snippet of…

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October 28, 2019 By Crystal Royce

Do You Know Your Net Worth Number?

Do You Know Your Net Worth Number?

Wealthy individuals are typically described as either millionaires or billionaires. But beyond these categories, there are significant variations in wealth. A person who has managed to save $1 million for retirement is different from someone with a $900 million dollar nest egg. And how can you quickly define someone who barely has $1 billion to…

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October 25, 2019 By Crystal Royce

What Are Your Odds of Getting Audited?

What Are Your Odds of Getting Audited?

The words “IRS audit” are enough to strike fear into countless U.S. taxpayers across the country. After all, the IRS has the power to put people in jail, issue fines, and initiate asset seizures. However, as long as you’re reporting your income correctly and not inappropriately taking deductions, an audit really is no big deal—especially…

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Filed Under: IRS, Limited Liability Companies (LLCs), S Corporations, Sole Proprietorship

September 27, 2019 By Crystal Royce

Who is Jason? And why is he calling me?

Who is Jason? And why is he calling me?

Over the summer, we made some internal adjustments to better serve you. The most obvious change may be the new, male voice on the telephone. His name is Jason and he’s our new Client Advocate. Designated to work on your behalf, Jason’s typical day is spent answering your calls, emails and texts. Often, he’ll run…

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September 27, 2019 By Crystal Royce

Arizona Daily Star Reader’s Choice Awards

Arizona Daily Star Reader’s Choice Awards

Thanks to you, and the Arizona Daily Star, we are one of Tucson’s top 3 favorite CPA firms for the second year in the row! Earlier this summer, your votes launched us to the top of the very long list of qualified firms. We took this opportunity to treat our staff to a beautiful evening…

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3075 N Swan Rd.
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Crystal Royce is an accountant turned entrepreneur with a passion for studying business. Inspired by books such as The E-Myth and The Checklist Manifesto, she started The Royce CPA Firm as a sole-proprietor in 2013 with a handful of clients and a dream. Her dream was to build an accounting firm that provided a consistent experience for all of its customers, regardless of which professional signed their tax return or managed their books.

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Testimonials

An Extraordinarily Talented, Charming, Efficient, and Delightful Team

Crystal Royce and Jason Cummins have transformed our perceptions of what an accounting firm, a CPA, and personalized, creative service mean. We were referred to Crystal this year by a trusted friend who promised a unique experience coupled with amazing knowledge and diligence – and he was understated.

Crystal analyzed our 2018 return “prepared” by another firm, and developed a series of options for us to consider in looking back and redoing the return, all of which would improve our position.
We selected one based upon a collective consensus, and, well, we are getting a 40% refund of the total additional taxes assessed and paid in 2018.

Their thorough working knowledge of the tax codes across all disciplines is impressive and top shelf. Their communication, turnaround time, and general philosophy are, at once, unique, effective, and most enjoyable.

Should you have any doubts about your current provider, I couldn’t recommend strongly enough that you take the time to meet with Chrystal and her team – you will not regret it.

Lanny Chase
Tucson

Lanny Chase
The Turquoise Inn
December 6, 2019
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Crystal is amazing!

Crystal is amazing! I had many years of bad experiences with 2 other CPA’s. When I was referred to Crystal from another client of hers and met her, she was literally everything I hoped to have in a CPA! She is extremely knowledgeable and what she doesn’t know, she is not afraid to say she doesn’t and quick to find the answer. She has been very helpful in other areas of my business and I would HIGHLY recommend her to ALL my friends or anyone looking for a CPA.

Scott Rose
Scott Rose Inc
February 20, 2018
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Great Experience!

Ms. Royce was everything I needed from a CPA and more! She was kind, confidant and intelligent. She provided her services is a very timely manner- I couldn’t have asked for anything better! I will definitely be using her for years to come!

Rachel Margalit
January 12, 2018
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Extremely knowledgeable

I had a very pleasurable time. My agent was extremely knowledgeable and polite. She should be given a raise. I contacted Mr. Oaks and he referred me to a property manager, who I hired.

Donald R Prince
January 3, 2018
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Crystal clear

Crystal Royce is the CPA whose name (Crystal) elucidates her mission– radiance in her efficiency, dedicated competence, sparkling warmth and enthusiasm as a professional accountant. First-class, she is a Royce.
I no longer dread doing my taxes… her guidance really has helped.

Margaret Sue Pennington
November 17, 2017
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No More Big Accounting Firms for Me

Crystal was referred by a mutual acquaintance and she has not disappointed. Each time I’ve met with her, I’ve been impressed by her demeanor and expertise. She strives to make you feel as though you are her only client and spends the time necessary to answer/provide explanations and clarifications to any questions posed. I am very happy to have moved on from using a large (and impersonal) SoCal accounting firm to someone local who genuinely cares about you and your business.

Brian Bub
MagZonie Management, LLC
October 12, 2017
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Royce CPA…make it your best decision too!

Working with Crystal is one of the best decisions I’ve made. Her knowledge and thoroughness have been money savers for me. I have complete confidence in her and her ability to accurately complete all our required tax filings.

Chris Richardson
IZALE Financial Group
March 12, 2017
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Great service/Very friendly staff

I hired Crystal Royce to manage my stepfather’s taxes and trust accounting after he passed away. Crystal and her staff are professional, very responsive and so nice to deal with. I highly recommend her firm.

Dagmar Serota
March 10, 2017
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Warmth and Respect

From the minute I walked into her office, I was treated with such warmth and respect. Crystal Royce was so helpful, taking the time to answer all my questions and concerns.

Cecelia P Aguilar Ortiz
March 8, 2017
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Concise and Insightful

Crystal was friendly and easy to talk to. She seemed to quickly grasp our business needs and provided practical suggestions—even on the first visit.

C. Byron Smith
Sunizona Family Farms
August 24, 2016
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Reassuring to me!

Crystal Royce exudes CPA efficiency, competency, and a sincere interest in doing what is in the best interest for me; last year she took time to evaluate whether it was best for my partner and I to file jointly or separately. Crystal researches previous tax years and detects any discrepancies . Additionally, she is warmly humanistic… A big bonus!

Margaret Sue Pennington
June 24, 2016
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IRS nightmare over thanks to Crystal

My family and I kept getting letters from the IRS asking for money for taxes that were already paid. I exhausted every route I could find on my own, including phone calls and letters to the IRS, and then IRS ignored all of my messages and their phone service would consistently refuse to let me speak to anyone. When they sent a letter threatening to seize our assets I immediately called Crystal Royce. Within 45 minutes she resolved the entire issue and fixed everything. I’m so grateful I went to her for help, and wish I had talked to her much sooner.

Gabe Gibbons
January 6, 2016
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Knowledgeable and professional

Crystal Royce is knowledgeable and professional. We feel confident knowing she will be preparing our taxes.

Sandy Sugimoto
November 2, 2015
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Crystal Royce Rocks!!

The Kirby Decree: Crystal Royce will be our CPA for as long as we are in Tucson, AZ!! We have been coming to her for the past couple years now and it just seems that tax season is a friendly season now because she makes it so easy and pleasant. SUPER Friendly! SUPER Professional!! SUPER AWESOME!! HIGHLY Recommended!

Kendell and Roxsann Kirby
April 23, 2015
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To the point, educational, confident and professional

After doing research with other competitive companies, I would not work with anyone else. The Royce CPA Firm allows me to solely focus on my business and not have to manage my own finances.

Joshua Kevin Lyle
Lyell Dent Company
April 23, 2015
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Arizona based Non-Profit Help

The Royce CPA firm has had the expertise to guide our local non-profit step by step in the accounting process as we build our organization. Professional, knowledgeable and friendly service makes Royce CPA the perfect fit for our always growing and changing accounting needs. Thank you Crystal and staff! Miriam Delicado Executive Director, The Great Gathering Non-Profit

Miriam Delicado
The Great Gathering of Humanity Inc.
February 10, 2015
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Quickbooks experts

I have had the pleasure of working with Crystal during the last year. We initially engaged with her firm on a specific project and have since become a client for all corporate tax work. Crystal is careful, thorough and easy to work with. She explains things well and has first-hand knowledge of QuickBooks which makes troubleshooting a much easier task than it has been in the past with previous CPA’s. I highly recommend the Royce CPA Firm!

Steve Henry
Northwest Exterminating
January 12, 2015
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Amazing help!

Crystal was extremely helpful with my taxes, making sure to answer every question thoroughly. Everything was a breeze and it made my intimidating freelance taxes quite painless! I look forward to continuing to work with her in the future.

Suzie Nieman
January 12, 2015
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Thank you!

It was so great to meet with you. Your company is so professional and diversified.  Thank you for trusting in me and for your support.

Jayne H.
Remedy Intelligent Staffing
November 18, 2013
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Non-profit accounting

Crystal knows non-profit accounting AND she know how to help NON financial people understand the ins and out of proper accounting and financial statements. She was WONDERFUL to work with and values transparency, integrity and professionalism. I would recommend her HIGHLY to any non profit looking for a GREAT CPA!

Ali B.
Licensed Medicare Educator and Medicare Supplement Sales
November 18, 2013
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Forensic accounting for non-profits

As a board member for a local non-profit, we hired Crystal as a forensic accountant. She gave us some extremely valuable information up front. She was very knowledgeable and prompt with her work. I would definitely recommend her.

Lynne H.
May Himmer & Company, PLLC
November 18, 2013
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The Royce CPA Firm is The Best.

Crystal Royce is a remarkable CPA – last year, my wife and I expected to pay thousands of dollars in taxes. Instead, we got a refund, and Crystal went through previous tax years and saved us hundreds more that our previous CPA’s had missed. She’s a lifesaver, and I am always happy to refer my friends, family, and fellow business owners to her.

Steve McMackin
Impulse Nine Media
November 13, 2013
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