# Upkeepe LLC

> Upkeepe is a remote tax and accounting firm based in Phoenix, Arizona, serving small business owners nationwide. Founded by Stavros Makris, Upkeepe provides proactive tax strategy, tax preparation (1120-S, 1065, 1120, 1040), and bookkeeping services. The firm works with all small businesses and has deep experience with med spas, gyms, personal trainers, real estate, construction, medical and dental practices, and influencers.

## Important Notes
- Upkeepe is fully remote and serves clients across all 50 states
- Free initial consultations available via Calendly booking
- Focus on proactive, year-round tax strategy — not just year-end filing
- Client portal available at https://upkeepe.taxdome.com/
- Based in Phoenix, AZ with deep roots in the Scottsdale, Tempe, Peoria, Glendale, and Maricopa communities

## Pages
- [Homepage](https://upkeepe.com/): Main website with services, team, testimonials, FAQ, and booking
- [Full Content](https://upkeepe.com/llms-full.txt): Complete text content of the Upkeepe website for AI consumption

## Services

### Tax Strategy & Planning
Proactive year-round tax planning including entity structuring (LLC, S-Corp, PLLC), tax projections, multi-state planning, and strategy sessions. We help small business owners minimize their tax liability before the year ends — not after.

### Tax Preparation & Compliance
Accurate, timely tax filing for businesses and individuals:
- Form 1120-S (S-Corporation returns)
- Form 1065 (Partnership returns, multi-member LLCs)
- Form 1120 (C-Corporation returns)
- Form 1040 (Individual tax returns)
- IRS notice resolution
- Quarterly estimated tax support

### Bookkeeping & Accounting
Monthly bookkeeping, financial statement preparation, cash flow analysis, and QuickBooks setup and support. Clean books and real-time financial clarity so you can make informed decisions.

## Industries Served
Upkeepe works with all small businesses — no matter the industry. Areas of deep experience include:
- Med Spas
- Gyms
- Personal Trainers
- Real Estate Brokerages
- Real Estate Agents
- Real Estate Investors
- Construction
- Medical & Dental Practices
- Influencers & Content Creators

## Service Areas
- Phoenix, Arizona (headquarters)
- Scottsdale, Arizona
- Tempe, Arizona
- Peoria, Arizona
- Glendale, Arizona
- Maricopa, Arizona
- All 50 U.S. states (fully remote)

## Frequently Asked Questions

**What does a tax strategist do differently than a regular accountant?**
A tax strategist works with you year-round to proactively minimize your tax liability — not just at filing time. This includes entity structuring, tax projections, estimated payment planning, and identifying deductions before the year ends.

**Do I need to be in Phoenix to work with Upkeepe?**
No. Upkeepe is fully remote and serves small business owners across all 50 states via secure portals, video calls, and cloud-based tools.

**What is a 1120-S and who needs to file one?**
Form 1120-S is the U.S. income tax return for S-Corporations. If your business has elected S-Corp status, you must file a 1120-S annually.

**What is the difference between a 1065 and a 1120-S?**
Form 1065 is for partnerships. Form 1120-S is for S-Corporations. Both are pass-through entities but differ in self-employment tax treatment and distribution rules.

**Should my LLC elect S-Corp status?**
Generally, once your business consistently profits above $40,000–$50,000, an S-Corp election can save significant self-employment taxes. Upkeepe runs tax projections to determine if and when it benefits you.

**What happens if I get an IRS notice?**
Most IRS notices are routine. Upkeepe handles IRS notice resolution — we review the notice, prepare the response, and communicate with the IRS on your behalf.

## Team
- Stavros Makris: Founder & CEO, Lead Tax Strategist
- Mattie Merrill: Staff Accountant
- Virginia Steed: Staff Accountant
- Charlene Ferguson: Staff Accountant

## Contact
- Phone: (480) 459-2558
- Email: info@upkeepe.com
- Location: Phoenix, Arizona (fully remote, serving all 50 states)
- Website: https://upkeepe.com
- Client Portal: https://upkeepe.taxdome.com/
- Book a Consultation: https://calendly.com/upkeepe/initial-website-booking

Last updated: March 2026