Comprehensive Tax Services for Individuals and Businesses
Year-round guidance and precise filings across Iowa and Illinois
Pillar Business Solutions delivers comprehensive tax services designed for individuals, families, and businesses throughout Iowa, Illinois, and the greater Midwest region—including Bettendorf, Davenport, Rockford, and Chicago. We combine proactive planning, accurate preparation, and responsive support to simplify tax season and strengthen your financial foundation.
Tax Preparation & Filing
Accurate, stress-free filing for every type of return
Our team prepares and files federal and state tax returns for individuals, businesses, estates, trusts, and nonprofits. We handle everything from 1040 filings and small business returns to more complex multi-entity and fiduciary reporting. With Pillar Business Solutions, you’ll always know your returns are compliant, accurate, and optimized for deductions. Whether you run a company or just need reliable personal tax help, we make the process simple and transparent.
Strategic Tax Planning
Thoughtful strategies to minimize tax impact year-round
Smart tax planning happens long before filing deadlines. We help clients anticipate tax obligations, adjust estimated payments, and identify opportunities for savings through careful timing and structure. From small business owners managing growth to families planning for retirement, Pillar designs tax strategies that fit your unique situation. Our year-round partnership ensures your plan evolves as your finances do.
IRS Tax Resolution
Trusted representation for IRS and state tax matters
Tax issues can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to face them alone. Pillar provides compassionate, confidential IRS tax resolution services across Iowa and Illinois, helping clients address unfiled returns, back taxes, audits, and penalties. We communicate directly with the IRS on your behalf, negotiating payment arrangements and seeking penalty relief where possible. Our goal is to help you regain peace of mind and get back on track with confidence.
Estate & Trust Tax Services
Clear, reliable support for complex estate and trust taxation
Settling an estate or administering a trust involves layers of legal, financial, and tax requirements that can quickly become overwhelming. We help executors, trustees, and families manage fiduciary filings, distributions, and compliance efficiently and accurately. From preparing Form 1041 to coordinating with attorneys and financial planners, Pillar ensures every detail is handled with care. Our team provides calm, steady guidance through each stage of estate administration—so you can focus on what matters most.
Nonprofit Tax & Compliance
Transparent reporting and compliance that strengthen your mission
Every nonprofit deserves the confidence that comes from clean, accurate financial reporting. Pillar Business Solutions helps organizations prepare Form 990 filings, maintain 501(c)(3) compliance, and meet grant and donor reporting expectations. We understand the accountability nonprofits owe to their communities and funders, and we help you meet those standards with professionalism and clarity. With support for Iowa and Illinois registration requirements, we make it easier to stay focused on your mission—not the paperwork.
Why Choose Pillar for Your Taxes
Comprehensive support with a personal touch
Pillar Business Solutions offers more than compliance—we build partnerships based on trust, communication, and results. Our clients range from local entrepreneurs and professionals to nonprofit leaders and families managing complex estates. Whether you need strategic tax planning or assistance resolving past filings, we provide clear explanations and dependable guidance every step of the way. With deep regional expertise and genuine care, we make tax time less stressful and more productive.
Common questions about our tax services
What local business owners often ask us
Do you handle personal taxes as well as business?
Yes. Pillar Business Solutions provides comprehensive tax preparation for individuals, families, and business owners alike. We prepare 1040s, estate and trust returns, and filings for small businesses, nonprofits, and partnerships. Many clients appreciate that we manage both their personal and business filings, creating consistency and reducing the risk of overlooked deductions or compliance gaps.
What information do I need to provide for tax prep?
We’ll send you a personalized checklist before we begin, but typically you’ll need income statements (W-2s, 1099s), expense records, prior-year returns, and any supporting documentation for deductions or credits. For businesses, that includes bookkeeping summaries, payroll reports, and asset details. Our process is designed to make gathering documents simple—whether you prefer to meet in person, drop them off, or upload them through our secure portal.
How can tax planning help my business save money?
Tax planning allows you to make informed decisions throughout the year that directly impact your bottom line. By timing purchases, managing depreciation, choosing the right entity type, and maximizing available deductions, businesses can significantly reduce taxable income. Pillar reviews your financials quarterly or mid-year to anticipate changes and adjust accordingly, so you’re never surprised at tax time.
Can you help if I’ve fallen behind on taxes?
Absolutely. We regularly work with clients who have unfiled returns or outstanding balances with the IRS or state tax agencies. Pillar will help you catch up on past filings, identify options for repayment, and correspond directly with tax authorities to resolve issues as efficiently as possible. Our goal is to help you regain compliance, minimize penalties, and move forward with confidence.
Are you familiar with both Iowa and Illinois tax codes?
Yes. Pillar Business Solutions serves clients across both states and understands the differences between Iowa and Illinois tax laws—including local requirements in Bettendorf, Davenport, Moline, Rock Island, Rockford, and Chicago. Our regional knowledge ensures every return is filed correctly, taking advantage of all applicable credits and avoiding compliance issues that can arise when filing across state lines.