H&R Block
★★★★½ (276 reviews)3818 W Riverside Blvd Ste 116, Rockford, IL 61101
(815) 654-8848
Website: www.hrblock.com/tax-office-near-me/illinois/rockford/12605/?otppartnerid=9308&campaignid=pw_mcm_9308_9762&utm_medium=local
Hours: {"Friday":["Closed"],"Monday":["Closed"],"Saturday":["10 AM–4 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–2 PM"],"Tuesday":["2–7 PM"],"Wednesday":["Closed"]}
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
★★★★★ (149 reviews)3849 Northridge Dr, Rockford, IL 61114
(815) 399-5540
Website: office.jacksonhewitt.com/tax-preparation-services-locations/en/il/rockford/3849-northridge-dr/51955?utm_source=google&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=local&utm_content=51955
Hours: {}
Affordable Insurance & Tax Service Inc
★★★★★ (61 reviews)4121 Newburg Rd, Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 394-1800
Website: insurance-tax.com
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
Perry Castleman & Associates Tax Service
★★★★½ (56 reviews)1006 Auburn St, Rockford, IL 61103
(815) 977-7508
Hours: {"Friday":["11 AM–7 PM"],"Monday":["11 AM–7 PM"],"Saturday":["11 AM–6 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["11 AM–7 PM"],"Tuesday":["11 AM–7 PM"],"Wednesday":["11 AM–7 PM"]}
Cardenas Tax Service
★★★★★ (44 reviews)209 Pond St, Rockford, IL 61102
(815) 968-2973
Website: www.facebook.com/CardenasTaxServichttps://www.facebook.com/CardenasTaxService?mibextid=ZbWKwLe
Hours: {}
Refund Express Inc
★★★★½ (44 reviews)4430 Manchester Dr, Rockford, IL 61109
(815) 904-4304
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–4 PM"],"Monday":["Closed"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–4 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–4 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–4 PM"]}
Computax Services & Associates
★★★★½ (39 reviews)1012 S Main St, Rockford, IL 61101
(815) 963-0987
Website: computaxservice.com
Hours: {"Friday":["11 AM–6 PM"],"Monday":["11 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["11 AM–2 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["11 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["11 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["11 AM–6 PM"]}
Mashburn Tax Advisors LLC
★★★½☆ (37 reviews)611 S Rockford Ave, Rockford, IL 61104
(815) 547-5890
Website: www.mashburntax.com
Hours: {"Friday":["Closed"],"Monday":["Closed"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10 AM–4 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–4 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–4 PM"]}
Trenik Tax Professionals
★★★★★ (24 reviews)7445 Newburg Rd # 103, Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 580-8493
Website: treniktax.com/contact_us
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–3 PM"],"Monday":["Closed"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–3 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–3 PM"],"Wednesday":["Closed"]}
In The Black Company
★★★★★ (24 reviews)728 N Prospect St Ste 105, Rockford, IL 61107
(815) 348-5238
Website: www.intheblack.company
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Saturday":["8 AM–12 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–4 PM"]}
Riggins Accounting
★★★★☆ (24 reviews)1111 S Alpine Rd #702, Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 227-1220
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–4:30 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–4:30 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–4:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–4:30 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–4:30 PM"]}
Premium Tax Solutions
★★★★★ (18 reviews)4010 E State St Suite 101-A, Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 708-7094
Hours: {"Friday":["11 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["11 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["11 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["11 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["11 AM–5 PM"]}
Professional Tax Service, Inc.
★★★★★ (17 reviews)2834 11th St, Rockford, IL 61109
(815) 399-5505
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–8 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–8 PM"],"Saturday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Sunday":["10 AM–4 PM"],"Thursday":["8 AM–8 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–8 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–8 PM"]}
Lothamer Tax Resolution
★★★★★ (16 reviews)2990 N Perryville Rd St 4152B, Rockford, IL 61114
(779) 256-6004
Website: lothamer.com/locations/rockford-il/?utm_source=GMBlisting&utm_medium=organic
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–6 PM"],"Monday":["Closed"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–6 PM"]}
M & J Tax Service
★★★★½ (15 reviews)429 Phelps Ave #704, Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 398-6022
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–4 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["9 AM–3 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["Closed"]}
J M Tax Accounting Services
★★★½☆ (18 reviews)1140 Charles St, Rockford, IL 61104
(815) 227-9710
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–5 PM"]}
Advantage Plus Accounting Services
★★★★½ (12 reviews)929 S Alpine Rd Suite #206, Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 397-9855
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Witt & Associates
★★★★½ (12 reviews)3600 E State St Suite 201, Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 408-1083
Website: www.wittservicesins.com
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–5 PM"]}
Gibbs Accounting & Tax Services
★★★☆☆ (17 reviews)611 S Rockford Ave, Rockford, IL 61104
(815) 397-0610
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["9 AM–3 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
PREMIER Accounting & Tax, Inc
★★★★½ (11 reviews)1700 N Alpine Rd Suite 300, Rockford, IL 61107
(815) 633-9706
Website: www.premieraccounting.net
Hours: {"Friday":["8:30 AM–12:30 PM"],"Monday":["Closed"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8:30 AM–4:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["8:30 AM–4:30 PM"],"Wednesday":["8:30 AM–4:30 PM"]}
Holmertz-Parsons, CPAs
★★★★☆ (13 reviews)1935 S Alpine Rd, Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 397-0332
Website: www.holmertzparsons.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–12 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Elite Bookkeeping & Tax Services, Inc.
★★★★½ (10 reviews)4777 E State St STE 1, Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 904-6609
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Monday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–6 PM"]}
DBS Accounting & Management Services, Inc.
★★★★★ (9 reviews)420 Financial Ct #120, Rockford, IL 61107
(815) 877-4411
Website: www.dbsaccountinginc.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Tax Pro Inc
★★★½☆ (12 reviews)5301 E State St SUITE 316, Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 877-3800
Website: www.irs.gov/tax-professionals/tax-pro-account
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
Crosby Tax Services
★★★★½ (10 reviews)1111 S Alpine Rd #702, Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 227-9276
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["9 AM–2 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
John Morrissey Accountants, Inc.
★★★★★ (8 reviews)5919 Spring Creek Rd, Rockford, IL 61114
(815) 282-4600
Website: www.johnmorrissey.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Lindstrom Accounting & Tax LLC
★★★★½ (7 reviews)483 N Mulford Rd, Rockford, IL 61107
(779) 423-0226
Website: www.lindstromat.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Saturday":["8 AM–12 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–4 PM"]}
Instant Tax Service
★★★★★ (6 reviews)1238 Broadway, Rockford, IL 61104
(888) 267-1040
Website: www.greattaxllc.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–6 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–6 PM"]}
L.F.P. & Associates
★★★★★ (6 reviews)4777 E State St STE 12, Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 964-7946
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
Professional Tax Service
★★★★☆ (6 reviews)3124 Auburn Rd, Rockford, IL 61101
(815) 969-9242
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Monday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–6 PM"]}
Diann R Griffis & Co
★★★★★ (5 reviews)129 Phelps Ave # 1003, Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 398-6557
Hours: {}
New Dimension Tax Services
★★★★☆ (5 reviews)2704 Broadway, Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 315-1848
Hours: {"Friday":["Closed"],"Monday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["Closed"],"Tuesday":["Closed"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–5 PM"]}
Delatorre taxes cervices
★★★★★ (3 reviews)6462 Weaver Rd, Rockford, IL 61114
(815) 670-5082
Hours: {}
Lindstrom, Sorenson & Associates, LLP
★★★★½ (3 reviews)3815 N Mulford Rd, Rockford, IL 61114
(815) 282-1288
Hours: {"Friday":["7:30 AM–12 PM"],"Monday":["7:30 AM–4:30 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["7:30 AM–4:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["7:30 AM–4:30 PM"],"Wednesday":["7:30 AM–4:30 PM"]}
HALO Accounting
★★★★★ (2 reviews)6653 Weaver Rd Suite 102, Rockford, IL 61114
(779) 888-4256
Hours: {"Friday":["6:30–9:30 PM"],"Monday":["6:30–9:30 PM"],"Saturday":["8 AM–8 PM"],"Sunday":["8 AM–8 PM"],"Thursday":["6:30–9:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["6:30–9:30 PM"],"Wednesday":["6:30–9:30 PM"]}
Midwest Small Bus Accounting & Tax
★★★★★ (2 reviews)1463 S Bell School Rd # 1, Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 316-8726
Website: midwesttaxservice.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–7 PM"],"Saturday":["8 AM–4:30 PM"],"Sunday":["8 AM–4:30 PM"],"Thursday":["8 AM–7 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–7 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–7 PM"]}
AWMcCall
★★★★★ (1 reviews)1525 Kilburn Ave, Rockford, IL 61101
(815) 315-8084
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Monday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Saturday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Sunday":["1–5 PM"],"Thursday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–7 PM"]}
C Eddie Stevens Income Tax Services
★★★★★ (1 reviews)1622 Iris Ave, Rockford, IL 61102
(815) 968-7470
Hours: {}
Summit CPA Group, P.C.
★★★★★ (1 reviews)6775 Fincham Dr Suite 1, Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 637-2929
Website: summitcpagroup.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Almaraz Tax Service
★★★★★ (1 reviews)129 Phelps Ave # 205, Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 298-6054
Hours: {}
Wilcop & Giolitto LLP
★★★★★ (1 reviews)415 S Mulford Rd # 101, Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 398-9899
Website: wilcopgiolitto.com
Hours: {}
Wood CPA's Ltd
★★★★★ (1 reviews)303 Amphitheater Dr, Rockford, IL 61107
(815) 978-3922
Website: woodcpasltd.com/contact.php
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
JMS Tax Service
3600 E State St Ste 219, Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 298-5199
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
Yes Tax Service
1258 Brook Hill Close, Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 975-1465
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Monday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Saturday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–7 PM"]}
Anderson Tax Preparation
2219 Jonquil Pl, Rockford, IL 61107
(815) 977-5317
Hours: {}
About Tax Preparers in Rockford, IL
When searching for a tax preparer in Rockford, Illinois, it helps to know the local landscape. Rockford’s economy is driven by manufacturing, healthcare, and a growing aerospace sector, which means many residents have diverse income sources—W-2 wages, self-employment earnings, or investment income from the region’s revitalized downtown. A skilled tax preparer understands these local industries and can help you navigate deductions or credits specific to your situation.
You might need a tax preparer in Rockford if your return involves rental properties, side businesses, or major life changes like buying a home or starting a family. The city’s mix of long-established families and new residents also means some taxpayers face complex multi-state filings or estate planning needs. A professional can catch errors and ensure you don’t miss out on refunds tied to Illinois state credits or local property tax adjustments.
Before choosing, look for a preparer who is familiar with Rockford’s tax environment and holds proper credentials. Avoid anyone promising unusually large refunds. Instead, seek a clear communicator who asks about your specific income and deductions. A good fit will save you time and stress while keeping your filing accurate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifications should a tax preparer have?
At minimum, a paid tax preparer must have an IRS-issued PTIN. Look for additional credentials like Enrolled Agent (EA) status, CPA license, or completion of the IRS Annual Filing Season Program. These indicate higher levels of training and accountability.
How much does tax preparation cost?
Simple individual returns (W-2 income only) typically cost $100-$300. Returns with itemized deductions, self-employment income, or rental properties can cost $300-$800 or more. Always ask for a fee estimate upfront before committing.
What documents do I need to bring to my tax preparer?
Bring all W-2s, 1099 forms, records of deductible expenses, last year's tax return, Social Security numbers for all family members, bank account information for direct deposit, and any IRS correspondence you have received.
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