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Tax season open; get your money fast, but do it right

Tax season open; get your money fast, but do it right

Tax season is upon us and Bruce and Brenda Derryberry of Books by Bren are available to make it quick and painless, offering both tax services and bookkeeping services. Brenda is certified to prepare taxes in all 50 US states.     Brenda Derryberry,…

Tax season is upon us and Bruce and Brenda Derryberry of Books by Bren are available to make it quick and painless, offering both tax services and bookkeeping services. Brenda is certified to prepare taxes in all 50 US states.
Brenda Derryberry, EA , LTC / Oregon License # 33986C


As thousands are now receiving their W-2s from employers, the rush to get tax refunds is on, said Brenda Derryberry of Books by Bren. 

Derryberry, an enrolled agent with the IRS, and operating from a home office in The Dalles, said there are several options for receiving your refund.  We are offering appointments by ZOOM and pick-up service, as well as features such as DocuSign, in light of COVID. 

It’s your money. It’s time to get it back.

It’s your money. It’s time to get it back.

They have options for folks who do not have the cash to pay for the filing - payment can be taken out of the refund.  “It all depends on what a client wants,” she said.

Derryberry has been providing expedient income tax preparation and bookkeeping services with a personal touch since 2010. Having more than 10 years of experience in the industry, Brenda and Bruce have the knowledge and skills necessary to help the clients fulfill their tax-related obligations in a more efficient and less stressful way.

 Brenda is also a QuickBooks Certified ProAdvisor. “We provide bookkeeping services designed to make sure that your transactions are recorded properly and accurately, providing a smooth and stressless tax filing experience,” Brenda said. The service is cloud-based and customized to meet your needs.

 “Brenda's work is thorough and complete. She has never taken a shortcut and puts in
whatever amount of time is needed to make sure my taxes are filed correctly and with the largest refund possible. She's available to answer my questions year-round and she never makes me feel like I'm inconveniencing her. She has excellent customer service! I highly recommend Books by Bren” said Nicole Peterson.

 “I know the owner personally and can say with the utmost confidence that you are getting quality, reliable service when you work with Books by Bren. Don't settle for 2nd best, make the right choice and make an appointment today” said David Malakowski. 

Book your appointment at booksbybren.com
Phone: (541) 506-9153
Email: booksbybren@gmail.com

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