Kathy Benjamin, EA from KBen Services

Kathy Benjamin, EA

KBen Services

Gatesville, TX
Tax Preparation Service Tax Service Bookkeeping
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About Us

Providing Tax, Bookkeeping/Payroll, and Notary Services to Central Texas.

As an Enrolled Agent I can assist you with all of your tax needs and issues, both personal and business.

As a Bookkeeper with more than 25 years experience, I offer a great deal of knowledge and experience to keep your small business on track and in compliance.

As a Notary with more than 23 years experience, I am well versed in a variety of signings including real estate re-fi's, reverse mortgages, car loans, loan applications, buyer and seller closings.

How We Got Started

I began my business offering bookkeeping/payroll services to small sole proprietor or partnership businesses as well as Independent Contractors. Over a period of time, and after volunteering with VITA for several years I realized there was a need for quality and affordable tax services in my area. I added these services and became an Enrolled Agent and am now qualified to offer not only tax preparation, but also tax resolution and representation services.

The products and services we offer

Tax Service Bookkeeping Notary
Products & Services
Tax Preparation and Representation
Tax Preparation and Representation by KBen Services
Tax Preparation for Individuals and Sole Proprietor or Partnership Businesses. Specializing in trucker returns. Tax Resolution and/or Representat...
Notary and Mobile Notary Services
Notary and Mobile Notary Services by KBen Services
Mobile Notary and Signing Services. Experienced in Real-Estate Re-Fi's, Loan Applications, Reverse Mortgages, Buyer and Seller side of Real Estate...
Bookkeeping and Payroll
Bookkeeping and Payroll by KBen Services
Bookkeeping and/or Payroll Services for small businesses.
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Recent Activity
Why do some small business owners with sub contractors choose not to issue 1099's and pay cash?
Kathy from KBen Services Answered this on April 02, 2018
My thought ..... The people would probably qualify as an employee and the company doesn't want to pay employment taxes. If they are paying strictly in cash, if the employee files for anything it's a he said/she said situation. Very difficult to prove. Another reason could be they are... (more) My thought ..... The people would probably qualify as an employee and the company doesn't want to pay employment taxes. If they are paying strictly in cash, if the employee files for anything it's a he said/she said situation. Very difficult to prove. Another reason could be they are under-reporting their own income, so they don't want these expenses on the books. Even if a 1099 is not issued, it's still the person that received payment's responsibility to report the income on their taxes. They should be depositing the money into a checking account when it's received, keeping some type of log or record of when they were paid, how much, by whom and for what job. Something to support the income (and if any, expenses).
Do you think business cards are useful in the tax field?
Kathy from KBen Services Answered this on January 23, 2018
Definitely think they are important. I often have people ask for one, or have been in a discussion and suggested the person give me a call. I put them out at local businesses. I think it lends more credibility to you, as a business. When I'm out and come across something I'd like to look... (more) Definitely think they are important. I often have people ask for one, or have been in a discussion and suggested the person give me a call. I put them out at local businesses. I think it lends more credibility to you, as a business. When I'm out and come across something I'd like to look further in to, or possibly buy at a later time, I ask for a card. I'm not going to remember the persons name if I don't.
Is it worth keeping Better Business Bureau membership if I have not gotten any business or even views from them?​​
Kathy from KBen Services Answered this on January 22, 2018
I know there are many who feel BBB is a waste of money. I also know people look up a businesses BBB ranking and if they have complaints. I think it's beneficial if you're a small business, perhaps not well known or in your first few years of operation. A vast majority of people still rely on... (more) I know there are many who feel BBB is a waste of money. I also know people look up a businesses BBB ranking and if they have complaints. I think it's beneficial if you're a small business, perhaps not well known or in your first few years of operation. A vast majority of people still rely on the BBB. Have I actually obtained a new client because of being BBB accredited? I have no idea, but I do know people look.

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