Tax Accountant, Tax Planning,
Business Taxes, Rental Taxes,
IRS Representation

Based in Cave Creek, Arizona, and licensed to serve clients in all 50 states. High-income earners, business owners, and real estate investors trust us to keep more of what they earn.

Call us to see if we are a good fit: 480-588-6100

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We Are a Best Fit For

High-Income Taxpayers

A tax strategy, not just data entry, built to lower what you owe.

Small Business &
S-Corp Owners

S-Corps, partnerships, and self-employed professionals.

Rental Property Owners

Short- and long-term rentals, 1031 exchanges, and cost segregation.

Complex
Tax Returns

K-1s, stock transactions, trusts, and multi-state income.

We hold the highest credential the IRS awards to tax professionals, and we help clients legally lower their taxes through expert tax preparation and proactive tax planning. We are federally licensed and prepare taxes for clients in all 50 states.

Our Tax Services

Small Business Tax Experts

We don’t just enter your data – anybody can do that. Our Small Business Tax Experts advise you on ways to legally lower your taxable income, such as bonus depreciation, the Augusta Rule, or S-Corp elections.

Personal Income Tax Advisor and Accountant

Tax planning makes a real difference in how much tax you pay overall. As your Personal Income Tax Advisor and Accountant, we are good at what we do, we are friendly, and we are available all year to help you save on taxes.

Rental Home Tax Accountant

We are real estate tax experts. Our Rental Home Tax Accountant service advises on long-term and short-term rentals, 1031 exchanges, and cost segregation studies that can save you tens of thousands of dollars. Some of our clients just bought their first rental, and some have over 50. No matter where you are on your journey, we can help you maximize your savings.

Business Entity Formation

Starting a business? Our Business Entity Formation service forms LLCs, partnerships, and S-Corps, and helps you choose the structure that saves you the most in taxes.

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Tax Scout, LLC Best of 2026 BusinessRate award for tax preparation in Cave Creek, AZ

Tax Scout winner of the 2024 Nextdoor Neighborhood Faves award in Cave Creek, AZ

Why Choose Tax Scout?

Plenty of accountants can enter data. Here is what makes us different:

We hold the highest credential offered by the IRS.
Tax planning, not just tax filing.
Year-round availability.
Friendly and responsive.
Transparent pricing.
Voted a Nextdoor Neighborhood Favorite by our local community.

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Real Clients. Real Reviews.

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Ryan A. 2 months ago

Jason and his team at Tax Scout are fantastic to work with. They make what can be a stressful process simple and hassle-free. We trust them with both our business and personal tax returns, and they consistently find opportunities to maximize our refund while ensuring everything is handled accurately. I highly recommend Tax Scout to anyone looking for a trustworthy and experienced tax accountant.

Janae Peterson 2 months ago

We have worked with a lot of people over the years, and Donovan at Tax Scout is by far the best! My only complaint is that we didn’t find him sooner.

He truly has a gift for this and makes everything feel clear, organized, and manageable. We trust him so much that he now handles our personal accounts as well as all of our businesses.

Donovan, THANK YOU! We are incredibly grateful for you and cannot recommend you highly enough!

Jessica Marmis 3 months ago

Jason and Danielle are great to work with! Always a pleasure when I see them.

Jennifer Miller 5 months ago

Jason has been so incredibly helpful with navigating my taxes. He’s very knowledgeable and collaborative. He asks great questions and offers sound advice on how to make sure you get the most out of your taxes. I have never had someone so detailed and experienced and I would not change a thing. If you need help with your taxes Jason and his team need to be your go to “Tax guy”.

Brenda 6 months ago

I came to Jason with a mile long list of questions about my personal and business tax return. Him and his team answered every question I had with ease and left me feeling very confident in their skills. I can’t recommend Jason and his team enough. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, professional, and experienced team, you’ve found the right one!

Larry Tonneson 6 months ago

I just had a great appointment with Donovan, at Tax Scout. My wife and I began selling some long-term investments to complete a major rennovation of our house. Donovan walked me through the capital gain process and he also explained how to best leverage a portion of the home improvement costs as expenses for our in-home business. I was completely satisfied with Donovan and Tax Scout. As other reviews have stated, they really do listen and take all the time you need to ensure you understand the positives and negatives of different tax saving strategies.

Matthew Woosley 8 months ago

Great people and great service. I highly recommend.

Scott Combs 8 months ago

I had an excellent experience working with Jason who runs the Tax Scout office. They were professional, knowledgeable, and extremely thorough. They took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all my questions, and made the entire process stress-free. I felt confident knowing my documents were handled accurately and efficiently. I highly recommend Jason and the Tax Scout office to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy tax professional. I plan on using Tax Scout in the future, and plan on referring my friends and family to them as well. Thank you for making my experience a positive one.

Michael Walter 8 months ago

We just had both our business and personal taxes done with Jason and his crew. Very happy with the whole process and the results! Highly recommend.

gordon dimas 8 months ago

Great people. Personable, responsible, honest and really willing to help. Wish we would have found them earlier.

AZmotoBrat AZMotoBrat 8 months ago

Superb! The best tax services I have ever seen. Tax Scout are true experts in their subject matter. Exceptionally ethical, honest, professional, diligent, reliable, efficient. It is a Veteran-owned business, trusted and respected. I highly recommend them.

Russ Seider 9 months ago

Jason was fantastic, really knows what he is talking about. Using Tax Scout will save me thousands of dollars each year. Excited to finally find a tax partner I can trust.

LS T 10 months ago

I couldn’t be more impressed with the tax consultation I received regarding property capital gains taxes. Donovan explained complex rules in a way that was clear, practical, and easy to understand. They explained what my potential liability could be and identified legitimate strategies for reducing my tax burden. What really stood out was the attention to detail and willingness to answer all my questions with patience and expertise. I’m feeling more confident, informed, and relieved about my future retirement plans. If you’re dealing with property sales or having capital gains anxiety, these are the people to turn to for answers!!!

Saigo Officak 10 months ago

Very helpful!!

Mary Dinkel 10 months ago

Switching to Jason Knickerbocker was one of the best financial decisions we’ve made. He stepped into our tangled, headache-inducing tax situation and sorted it out with confidence, clarity, and a level of professionalism I honestly didn’t know still existed.

Even better—when the IRS incorrectly tried to bill us for taxes we had already paid, complete with penalties, Jason handled it instantly and effectively. He dealt with the IRS on our behalf, unraveled their mistake, and got everything corrected without us having to lift a finger.

His attention to detail, calm expertise, and genuine care for his clients are a rare combination. We feel completely supported and protected with him in our corner. Very glad we made the switch. Highly recommend!

D H 11 months ago

Jason and Danielle are second to none. They saved me thousands on my corporate and personal returns and went above and beyond to help me navigate the murky waters of S-corp reporting requirements. They got me relief from several confusing and threatening letters from state and federal tax bodies and never charged another dime for all the follow-on help I needed (and it was substantial!). These are the people you want handling your taxes. Look no further!

ed norris 12 months ago

i had a tax accounting firm for 35 + years in canada , but live in AZ now and needed a accountant in this area and found JASON KNICKERBOCKER and consulted with him today . he addressed all of my concerns professionally . he also did something uncommon these days , he treated me like a CUSTOMER . thank JASON . sincerely , ed norris

Thomas Bremar 1 year ago

I couldn’t speak more highly about Jason and his team, I think they are outstanding and would highly recommend them to everyone!

P A 1 year ago

Jason and Danielle were so helpful with our taxes. My husband and I highly recommend!!

Victoria Parker 1 year ago

Jason and his team are the most welcoming and professional accounting company I have ever dealt with. When my CPA retired and sold his client business, I decided it was time to look elsewhere. Tax Scout company is amazing, fast, efficient and very reasonably priced. When I had an issue come up from previous years, he reached out to help immediately. I cannot recommend him enough they are 100+++++ if you want to go for the best, you should choose Jasan for sure!

Colleen Arreguin 1 year ago

Jason was extremely knowledgeable and personable. We are so excited to finally have a tax expert we trust!

Nick Saia 1 year ago

Best tax experience I’ve ever had!

justin oconnell 1 year ago

Highly recommend. I tell everyone i meet about how great the experience was with Jason at Tax Scout. Honest, transparent great people all the way through! Thanks Tax Scout!!

Michael Grafton 1 year ago

Jason is very professional and always gets things in a thorough and timely manner. I would definitely recommend his services.

Our Process to Ensure Your Taxes Are Done Right

STEP 1

Schedule your appointment. We’ll find a time that works, whether you meet with us in person or by phone.

Call 480-588-6100 for an appointment.

STEP 2

Submit your tax documents at least three days before your appointment – drop them off or upload them securely online.

STEP 3

Meet in person or via phone for a closing tax appointment to review your taxes and strategize before filing. We verify every deduction, answer your questions, and build your tax plan for the year ahead.

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we stand behind our work.

Your tax preparation includes routine assistance with IRS CP2000 letters (automated matching notices) at no extra charge. However, if your return is selected for a formal correspondence or full audit, this requires a separate, paid representation engagement and is not covered under our standard preparation fees.

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We Prepare Taxes for All 50 States

Our office is at 7005 East Cave Creek Road, Suite 204, in downtown Cave Creek. Most of our clients live in Cave Creek, Carefree, Scottsdale, Desert Hills, Paradise Valley, and Phoenix, but approximately 30% of our clients live elsewhere in the United States. Because we hold the highest federal credential the IRS offers, we can prepare taxes anywhere in the USA – in person or remotely.

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Tax Accountant, Tax Planning,Business Taxes, Rental Taxes,IRS Representation