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For Individual Income Tax Preparation
For Individual Income Tax Preparation
We are located on the Southside of Janesville
just west of Center Avenue at:

1101 Joliet Street

Janesville, WI 53546

(608)756-5919
 
 OUR OFFICE HOURS: 
From Wednesday, April 15, 2026 through Saturday, January 23, 2027   
Monday thru Friday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM 
Other Hours Available
By Appointment Only
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From Monday, January 25, 2027 through Wednesday, April 14, 2027   
Monday thru Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
 Saturdays: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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From Thursday, April 15, 2027 through Saturday, January 22, 2028   
Monday thru Friday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Other Hours Available
By Appointment Only
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Looking for high-quality tax and financial advice at a reasonable price?


Welcome to Alt Tax and Financial Services.
We have been offering Individual Income Tax Preparation Services since 1975 and Financial Services since 1987.


Our website details a full range of services, contact information, and a company profile.
So click around and stay for a while!
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            Or Call us at:   Phone (608)756-5919
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MEMBER OF THESE PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:
NAEA - National Association of Enrolled Agents
WSEA - Wisconsin Society of Enrolled Agents
NATP - National Association of Tax Professionals
NSTP - National Society of Tax Professionals


 
   

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