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Arlington Tax Preparation Β· Arlington, Virginia Β· Open Now

Arlington Tax Preparation -
Pentagon Corridor Professionals Deserve More Than Generic Software.

Does Your Tax Preparer Actually Understand Your Financial World?

The Pentagon corridor attracts some of the most financially complex households in the nation. Active duty servicemembers, GS-level federal employees, cleared defense contractors, and high-earning tech professionals - each with tax questions that can require more review than a basic W-2 return. When you need Arlington tax preparation that accounts for those details, Griffin & Johnson was built for exactly that.

With 21+ years of tax experience and more than 50 Google reviews from our Williamsburg clients, we now serve Northern Virginia from our Arlington office. Our work includes DC-Maryland-Virginia income reciprocity, federal retirement and benefits taxation, equity and stock compensation, and complex multi-state filing scenarios.

We explain the expected fee and scope before preparation begins. Because protecting our clients doesn't stop when the return is filed.

By appointment at 1550 Wilson Blvd, Suite 700, with remote preparation available for eligible clients.
Don't settle for a preparer who guesses. Book your appointment today.

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πŸ“1550 Wilson Blvd #700, Arlington, VA 22209
πŸ•Mon–Fri 9am–6pm Β· Sat 10am–3pm
Built for Northern Virginia's Complexity

Arlington Clients Deserve More Than a Generic Tax Preparer

Arlington clients include defense contractors with stock compensation, federal employees with TSP and FERS documents, military families managing moves and residency questions, and technology professionals with RSUs, options, or cryptocurrency. We review the documents and filing rules that apply to the client's actual situation.

Our Arlington office uses the same preparation process developed in Williamsburg. The reviews shown below are from Williamsburg clients because the Arlington office is new.

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The same preparer, every year - who actually knows your situation
Returning clients do not have to explain the same background every filing season. Knowing what changed from the prior year helps us ask better questions about the current return.
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Military tax rules handled with real fluency
We regularly prepare returns involving combat pay exclusions, SCRA, MSRRA, qualifying PCS moves, VA disability, and TSP contributions.
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DC, Maryland, and Virginia filing questions
Virginia has wage reciprocity agreements with Washington, D.C. and Maryland. Reciprocity does not cover every type of income, so we review residency, withholding, and whether another state return is required.
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Plain explanations before filing
We explain the parts of the return that affect your filing result and answer questions before the return is submitted.
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Available year-round - not just during filing season
Tax questions and IRS notices can arrive outside filing season. We remain available during the year, subject to the scope of the engagement and appointment availability.
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We stand behind every return we prepare
If the IRS contacts you about a return we prepared, we are here to help. As preparers registered with the IRS, we assist with correspondence and help you understand your options. When your situation requires licensed representation, we will refer you to the right resource.

Arlington Office

Open Now
  • 1550 Wilson Blvd, Suite 700, Arlington, VA 22209
  • (703) 867-2920
  • Mon–Fri 9am–6pm
  • Sat 10am–3pm Β· Sun Closed
  • [email protected]
  • πŸ’»Virtual Prep Available
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The Arlington County Courthouse

This Community Has Standards.
So Do We.

The Arlington County Courthouse stands as a reminder that this community was built on accountability, precision, and getting things right. That's not a bad standard for Arlington tax preparation to hold itself to, either.

Arlington residents don't settle for "good enough" in the professionals they work with. They expect Arlington tax preparation that is precise, personal, and backed by real expertise. That's the standard we've held ourselves to for over two decades.

21+ years of tax experience and more than 50 Google reviews from Williamsburg clients. The Arlington office brings that established preparation process to Northern Virginia.

Arlington County Courthouse - the civic anchor of Arlington, Virginia

Arlington County Courthouse - the civic anchor of Arlington, Virginia.

Who We Serve - Arlington Tax Preparation

Built for the People Who Work in the Pentagon Corridor

Northern Virginia's professional community has tax situations that don't fit a standard template. Whether you need Arlington tax preparation for a straightforward W-2 return or a multi-state defense contractor filing, we're not a general practice that occasionally handles complexity. We're a practice built around the clients who have it.

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Military Families & Veterans

Pentagon Β· JBM-HH Β· Ft. Belvoir Β· Quantico

We prepare returns involving combat pay exclusions, SCRA protections, MSRRA elections, qualifying PCS moves, VA disability, and TSP contributions. We review the facts that apply to each servicemember and spouse.

SCRAMSRRACombat PayPCS MovesVA DisabilityTSP
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Federal Employees & DOD Civilians

FERS Β· TSP Β· Multi-State Β· Remote Work

Federal employment can bring FERS, TSP, multi-state remote work, and Virginia residency questions into the same return. We review how those items fit together before filing.

FERS PlanningTSPDC ReciprocityMD ReciprocityRemote Work
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Defense Contractors & Tech Professionals

RSUs Β· Stock Options Β· Crypto Β· Multi-State

Stock compensation, RSUs, options, crypto activity, and income from more than one state can make a Northern Virginia return more involved. We organize those records and apply the reporting rules that fit the transaction.

RSUsStock OptionsCryptoMulti-StateW-2 + 1099
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Small Business Owners & Self-Employed

Schedule C Β· S-Corp Β· Quarterly Β· Deductions

We prepare Schedule C, LLC, partnership, and S corporation returns for consultants, contractors, and small business owners across Northern Virginia. Quarterly estimates and business deductions are reviewed when they apply.

Schedule CS-CorpLLCQuarterly EstimatesBusiness Deductions
Services Available at the Arlington Office

Everything You Need -
Under One Roof

Arlington clients can receive individual, military, multi-state, and small business tax preparation. If a matter requires credentials or services outside our scope, we will explain that and recommend the appropriate next step.

Individual & Family Returns

  • βœ“W-2 and 1099 income
  • βœ“Itemized deductions
  • βœ“Education credits & 529 plans
  • βœ“Rental property income
  • βœ“Crypto & digital assets
  • βœ“Stock options & RSUs

Business & Self-Employed

  • βœ“Schedule C preparation
  • βœ“S-Corp & LLC returns
  • βœ“Quarterly estimated taxes
  • βœ“Business deduction review
  • βœ“Contractor & freelance income
  • βœ“Small business tax planning

Military & Veteran Tax

  • βœ“Combat pay exclusions
  • βœ“PCS move deductions
  • βœ“SCRA & MSRRA protections
  • βœ“TSP tax-exempt tracking
  • βœ“VA disability coordination
  • βœ“Multi-state military filings

Complex & Specialty

  • βœ“Multi-state filings (DC, MD, VA)
  • βœ“Amended returns & back filing
  • βœ“IRS notice response
  • βœ“ITIN applications
  • βœ“FBAR & international reporting
  • βœ“Year-round tax planning
Reviews from our Williamsburg clients

What Clients Say About
Working with Griffin & Johnson

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β€œRobert helped get me back on track without judgement or hesitation. In today's world and when it comes to money it's always hard to know who to trust but you can trust his experience and relax knowing he's trying to help. Robert is very knowledgeable, quick, and is always at the other end of the line when you give him a call. Smart accounting that you can rely on being correct. Thank You Robert!”

Kelley Wisenauer
Income tax return filing
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β€œI've had the pleasure of working with Robert Swift from Griffin and Johnson for the past 3 years, and I couldn't be happier with the service I've received. Robert's expertise and attention to detail have been invaluable to me, and his ability to explain complex financial concepts in a way that's easy to understand has put my mind at ease. What sets Robert apart is his proactive approach and dedication to his clients. He's always available to answer questions and provide guidance, and his commitment to finding the best solutions for my financial situation has been exceptional. I highly recommend Robert Swift to anyone looking for a trusted and knowledgeable accountant.”

Faisal Mukadam
Business tax return preparation
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β€œBLUF: Mr. Swift is a gem and no need to search for any other tax professional. Robert listened to my story, was interested in not just my tax situation, but about me and my family. And he's phenomenal when it comes to the tax work too! Insanely responsive and goes well above and beyond anything I could have ever dreamed. I never thought I'd find another Harold. But now I am already dreading the day that Mr. Robert Swift hangs up his hat and I'll have to find another Mr. Swift!”

Robert Ferreira
Income tax return preparation
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