Chris Coggins – Tax Planning, Compliance and Accounting Expert

Founder and Managing Partner

Chris Coggins is the Founder and Managing Partner of The Tax Office, Inc. and is licensed to represent clients before the IRS as an Enrolled Agent. He has over 35 years accounting and tax experience. He has held licenses in the Real Estate, Insurance and Financial Planning Professions and is a Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor. 

His reputation for excellence is recognized by many individuals, organizations and businesses. He has been invited on numerous occasions to speak as an expert by radio stations, colleges and businesses. He has been a valued and trusted advisor throughout the Northern California business community for over twenty years.

In addition to his knowledge, Chris communicates with his small business client owners in a way that they understand and helps them feel comfortable about their accounting and tax situations.  When away from the office, Chris enjoys hobbies which include model trains, gardening, and traveling the world.

Trade Associations:

NAEA (National Association of Enrolled Agents

CSEA (California Association of Enrolled Agents)

NATP (National Association of Tax Preparers)

ASTPS (The American Society of Tax Problem Solvers)

NAN (National Advisors Network)

Honors and Awards Received:

Enrolled Agent since August 1990

Intuit Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor

Sleeter Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor

NTPI Fellow (National Tax Practice Institute)

An NTPI Fellow has successfully completed the National Tax Practice Institute’s three-year course. The National Tax Practice Institute is the nation’s premier tax representation training program and is sponsored by the National Association of Enrolled Agents.

Favorite Quote

I am proud to be paying taxes in the United States. The only thing is I could be just as proud for paying half as much. - Arthur Godfried