Our Policies

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025  |  Last Revised: January 1, 2025

Tax Professionals LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"), located at 2224 Norris Dr E, Fresno, CA 93703 (D-U-N-S® Number: 004207938), is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or contact us.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, mailing address, phone number.
• Inquiry Data: Information you provide in contact forms, feedback forms, or consultation requests — including details about your tax situation.
• Usage Data: Browser type, IP address, pages visited, referring URLs, time on site, click behavior — collected through cookies and analytics tools.
• Device Information: Operating system, screen resolution, device type.
• Communication Records: Emails or messages exchanged with our team.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Respond to your inquiries and provide requested services.
• Schedule consultations and manage client relationships.
• Send service-related communications (including status updates and reminders).
• Improve our website content and user experience.
• Serve relevant advertising through Google Ads and similar platforms.
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns through Google Analytics.
• Comply with legal obligations and defend legal claims.
• Prevent fraud and protect the security of our website.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies. See our Cookie Policy below for full details. You may control cookies through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner.

4. Google Ads and Advertising

We use Google Ads to serve advertisements. Google may use cookies (including DoubleClick cookies) to serve ads based on your prior visits to this website or other websites. You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting adssettings.google.com or www.aboutads.info. We comply with Google's EU User Consent Policy and applicable privacy laws for all users.

5. Disclosure of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with website hosting, analytics, email delivery, or payment processing, under confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or part of our business.
• Professional Advisors: Our attorneys, accountants, and insurers under professional secrecy obligations.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, comply with legal obligations (including IRS and FinCEN record-keeping requirements), resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Tax-related records may be retained for a minimum of seven years in accordance with applicable law.

7. Your California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have the right to know what personal information we collect, request deletion of personal information, opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information), and non-discrimination for exercising these rights. To exercise these rights, contact us using the information in the Contact section below.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.

9. Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including SSL encryption, access controls, and regular security reviews. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes become effective when posted to this page with a revised "Last Revised" date. We encourage you to review this page regularly.

Terms of Service

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the website operated by Tax Professionals LLC ("Company"), located at 2224 Norris Dr E, Fresno, CA 93703. By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using this website, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age and have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements. If you do not agree to these Terms, please discontinue use of the website immediately.

2. Use of the Website

You may use this website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

• Use the website in any way that violates applicable federal, state, or local laws or regulations.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the website or its related systems.
• Transmit any unsolicited commercial communications ("spam").
• Copy, reproduce, or redistribute content without written permission.
• Use automated tools to scrape, crawl, or extract data from the website.

3. Intellectual Property

All content on this website — including text, graphics, logos, icons, and images — is the property of Tax Professionals LLC or its content licensors and is protected by U.S. and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Nothing herein grants any license or right to use any intellectual property without prior written consent.

4. No Professional Relationship

Use of this website or submission of a contact form does not create an attorney-client, accountant-client, or any other professional relationship. A professional relationship is established only upon execution of a written engagement letter signed by an authorized representative of Tax Professionals LLC. See our Disclaimer below.

5. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience only. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites. Linking to a site does not constitute endorsement.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Tax Professionals LLC and its members, managers, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or inability to use this website, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. Our total liability for any claim arising out of your use of this website shall not exceed $100.

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Tax Professionals LLC and its affiliates, officers, agents, and employees from any claim, liability, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of the website or violation of these Terms.

8. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising under these Terms shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Fresno County, California.

9. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, Disclaimer, and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Tax Professionals LLC regarding use of this website and supersede all prior agreements.

Disclaimer

No Professional-Client Relationship

Accessing this website or submitting information through our contact or feedback forms does not create any professional relationship between you and Tax Professionals LLC or any individual associated with the Company. A professional engagement begins only when a written engagement letter has been fully executed by both parties.

Informational Purposes Only

The content on this website, including all articles, guides, FAQs, tables, and other materials relating to FBAR, FinCEN Form 114, FATCA Form 8938, IRS Streamlined Procedures, penalties, and related topics, is provided for general informational purposes only. Tax laws and IRS guidance change frequently. We make no representations or warranties that any information on this site is current, complete, or accurate. Always verify information independently and consult a qualified tax professional regarding your specific situation.

No Guarantee of Results

Past results or case outcomes referenced in our materials do not guarantee similar results for any other matter. Every tax situation is unique, and outcomes depend on individual facts and circumstances, applicable law, and IRS or FinCEN discretion.

IRS Circular 230 Disclosure

To ensure compliance with requirements imposed by the IRS, we inform you that any U.S. federal tax advice contained in this website or our communications is not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or (ii) promoting, marketing, or recommending to another party any transaction or matter addressed herein.

External Links Disclaimer

This website may link to official government resources including IRS.gov, FinCEN.gov, and the BSA E-Filing System. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any U.S. government agency.

Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 1, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Tax Professionals LLC uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on this website. By accepting our cookie notice, you consent to our use of cookies as described below.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They enable websites to recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and browsing history.

Types of Cookies We Use

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors. To opt out, you may install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Google Ads Remarketing

We use Google Ads remarketing to display ads to past visitors of this website as they browse the Google Display Network. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it to serve ads based on your prior visits. You may opt out of Google's use of cookies for interest-based advertising at adssettings.google.com.

Managing Cookies

You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. To manage cookies:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner is displayed. If you click "Accept All," we set all cookies described above. If you click "Decline," we set only strictly necessary cookies. Your preference is stored locally for 12 months. You may change your preference at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the site.

Advertising Policy

This website complies with Google Ads policies and applicable advertising regulations. We disclose the following:

Google Ads Compliance

We run paid search advertising through Google Ads in connection with keywords related to FBAR, FinCEN 114, foreign bank account reporting, and international tax compliance. All advertisements:

• Accurately represent the services we offer.
• Do not make false, misleading, or deceptive claims.
• Include our business name and location as required.
• Comply with Google's policies for financial and legal services.
• Are clearly distinguishable from organic content.

Advertiser Verification

Tax Professionals LLC has completed Google's advertiser identity verification process as required for financial services advertisers. Our D-U-N-S® Number (004207938) is on file with Dun & Bradstreet and is used as a business identity verification credential.

Landing Page Compliance

All advertising landing pages on this website comply with Google's destination requirements, including: accurate representation of our services, clear business contact information, a privacy policy disclosing data collection practices, and compliance with applicable professional advertising rules.

No Paid Endorsements or Reviews

We do not pay for client reviews or endorsements. Any testimonials displayed on this website are voluntarily submitted by clients and reflect genuine experiences.

Contact Information

For questions about these policies, to exercise your privacy rights, or to report a compliance concern:

We will respond to privacy rights requests and policy inquiries within 30 days of receipt, or sooner as required by applicable law.