Collins & Collins Tax Advisors is a boutique tax and advisory firm focused on thoughtful compliance and proactive planning for individuals, fiduciaries, and small-business owners.

Our work centers on clarity—helping clients understand their tax obligations, make informed decisions, and move forward with confidence. We believe tax services should feel steady and well-managed, not rushed or reactive.

Experience That Informs Our Approach

Collins & Collins was founded by Latasha Collins, a former IRS auditor with extensive experience in public accounting and tax resolution. Her background includes complex individual and business tax matters, fiduciary returns, and representing clients through sensitive compliance situations. She holds a graduate degree from Washington University in St. Louis, where she developed a strong foundation in technical accounting and tax strategy.

The firm also benefits from the expertise of Deborah Collins, a former IRS auditor and graduate of Saint Louis University. Deborah brings decades of experience in tax compliance and review, with a detail-oriented perspective shaped by her time examining returns from the government side.

Together, we bring a balanced understanding of how returns are prepared, reviewed, and evaluated—allowing us to anticipate issues before they arise and guide clients with care and precision.

Who We Serve

We work with:

• Individuals with complex tax situations

• Trustees, executors, and fiduciaries

• Small-business owners seeking clean structure and proactive tax planning

Many of our clients value planning just as much as filing and prefer a professional relationship built on trust, communication, and accountability.

How We Work

Our approach is:

• Proactive — planning ahead instead of reacting later

• Structured — clear processes, defined scope, and secure communication

• Professional — thoughtful guidance without unnecessary complexity

We collaborate with bookkeepers, attorneys, and financial advisors when appropriate to ensure tax matters are handled smoothly and responsibly.

Our Philosophy

Good tax work is not about speed or shortcuts. It’s about understanding the full picture, applying sound judgment, and protecting clients from avoidable issues.

By limiting our client roster and maintaining clear boundaries, we’re able to provide consistent, high-quality service and long-term guidance.

Why Former IRS Experience Matters

Tax preparation isn’t just about completing forms—it’s about understanding how those forms are reviewed, evaluated, and questioned.

As former IRS auditors, we bring first-hand knowledge of how returns are examined, where issues commonly arise, and what documentation matters most when a return is reviewed. That perspective allows us to approach tax work with greater care, foresight, and precision.

Our experience helps clients:

• Anticipate potential red flags before they become problems

• Ensure filings are well-supported and clearly documented

• Navigate complex situations with confidence rather than fear

This background doesn’t mean we take an aggressive or adversarial approach. On the contrary, it allows us to be calm, methodical, and proactive, focusing on accuracy and clarity rather than reaction.

For clients with complexity—business owners, fiduciaries, or those managing estates—this insight provides an added layer of confidence that their tax matters are being handled thoughtfully and responsibly.

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