Gateway Tax Service

Expert guidance for first-time homeowners, estate settlements, and individuals who want to keep more of what they earn.

Tax preparation service in Portland, OR (show on map)

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Portland Licensed Tax Consultant since 1988, specializing in personal, business, and estate tax preparation with year-round support.

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About

Since 1988, Glenda Horton has prepared thousands of tax returns for Portland-area individuals and families. As a Licensed Tax Consultant with over 35 years of experience, she specializes in personal tax preparation for W-2 employees, homeowners, and retirees; Schedule C business filing for sole proprietors, freelancers, and gig workers; and estate and trust tax preparation (Form 1041) for executors and beneficiaries navigating Oregon estate settlements.

Glenda provides year-round support, life-event tax planning, and works directly with clients in her private office in the Parkrose/Sumner area of NE Portland. She is known for catching overlooked deductions, amending prior-year returns, and providing clear, jargon-free explanations.

Glenda works directly with you year after year — not a different preparer each season

She reviews your last two years of returns to catch missed deductions and patterns

Available year-round for tax questions and life changes, not just during tax season

Personal service in a private office in the Parkrose/Sumner area of NE Portland

She rephrases questions until they make sense and explains everything in plain English

Catches deductions often overlooked by software and other preparers

Compassionate support for estate settlements during difficult times

Services

Personal Tax Preparation

Individual tax preparation for W-2 employees, homeowners, and retirees. Glenda finds deductions you didn't know existed and explains what to track for next year.

W-2 and 1099 processing Mortgage interest and homeowner credit optimization Retirement and pension income handling Filing status review for maximum benefit Withholding analysis and W-4 adjustments Charitable deduction documentation including non-cash donations and volunteer mileage Review of prior two years to identify missed deductions

Schedule C Business Tax Filing

Tax preparation for sole proprietors, freelancers, and small business owners including home office deduction, mileage tracking, and quarterly estimated tax planning.

Schedule C preparation for sole proprietors and gig workers Mileage vs. actual expense analysis Uber/Lyft driver tax specialization Self-employment tax calculation Quarterly estimated tax payment planning Business expense optimization (tax prep fees, professional development, technology) Home office deduction when applicable Estimated tax planning to avoid penalties

Estate & Trust Tax Preparation

Portland estate tax preparation specialist for Form 1041 and final returns. Compassionate support for executors and beneficiaries navigating Oregon estate settlements.

Form 1041 (Estate and Trust Income Tax Return) preparation Final Form 1040 for decedents with income before death Beneficiary distribution tax guidance and K-1 forms Oregon estate tax compliance and exemption analysis Coordination with estate attorneys, executors, and probate proceedings Ongoing support throughout the settlement process

Dedicated Year-Round Support

Glenda is available beyond tax season to answer questions and provide ongoing tax assistance whenever you need it.

Year-round availability for tax questions Life event tax planning (marriage, new baby, home purchase) W-4 withholding adjustments Quarterly estimated tax calculation and payment assistance Pre-purchase consultation for real estate and major investments Proactive planning to avoid penalties before year-end

Credentials & Certifications

Licensed Tax Consultant in Oregon

Since 1988

Annual Continuing Professional Education

Since 1988

IRS Representation Authorization

Estate & Trust Specialist

Small Business Expert (Schedule C)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I schedule an appointment? +

Call Glenda directly at (503) 252-4105 to schedule your appointment. You can also send a message using the contact form on the website, and she'll get back to you within one business day.

What should I bring to my appointment? +

Bring your current year's income documents (W-2s, 1099-MISC, 1099-NEC, 1099-INT, 1099-DIV), your prior year's complete tax return (federal and Oregon state), and organized receipts for any deductions. The Resources page has fillable organizer forms.

When should I schedule my tax appointment? +

Contact Glenda once you've received all your tax documents (W-2s, 1099s, mortgage statements, retirement income statements), typically by mid-February. W-2s and 1099s must be mailed by January 31, so most people are ready to file in February or early March.

Can you help with prior year returns or amendments? +

Absolutely. Glenda frequently amends returns that people have done using online software. She can prepare returns for previous years or amend already-filed returns to correct errors, often resulting in additional refunds.

What happens in a typical appointment? +

Most appointments take 60-90 minutes. Glenda reviews your prior returns, asks about life changes, identifies missed deductions, and explains everything in plain English.

Do you work with gig economy and independent contractors? +

Yes. Glenda specializes in working with Portland independent contractors, Uber/Lyft drivers, DoorDash delivery workers, freelancers, and sole proprietors needing Schedule C filing and quarterly estimated tax guidance.

What makes Glenda different from H&R Block or TurboTax? +

Glenda works directly with you year after year in her private office — not a different preparer each season. She reviews your last two years of returns, rephrases questions until they make sense, and is available beyond tax season for life changes.

Is Gateway Tax Service available year-round? +

Yes. Glenda provides year-round support for tax questions and major life changes. She doesn't disappear after April 15 — clients can call anytime for W-4 adjustments, estimated tax planning, or life-event tax guidance.