State & Multi-State Tax Planning

JFT Group helps individuals and businesses navigate state and multi-state tax planning with thoughtful strategies tailored to their circumstances. From tax-advantaged savings and return preparation to complex planning and IRS or state tax matters, clients receive practical guidance from a trusted partner serving all 50 states through virtual support and in-person service in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

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Our Tax Planning Services

Personalized tax planning, preparation, entity guidance, and resolution support for individuals and businesses across all 50 states.

Tax Preparation Planning

JFT Group combines tax return preparation with forward-looking planning, helping individuals and businesses explore tax-advantaged savings strategies, eligible deductions, credits, and organized filing support.

IRS State Resolution

Receive direct assistance with IRS and state tax problems, including audits, tax liens, wage or bank levies, offers-in-compromise, and innocent spouse relief claims.

Entity Selection Guidance

Business entity selection can influence ongoing tax and compliance considerations. JFT Group helps first-time founders and established owners evaluate their structure as part of broader planning.

Thoughtful Tax Strategy

Plan With Greater Tax Clarity

State and multi-state tax planning requires more than completing forms after the year ends. JFT Group provides personalized guidance for individuals and businesses, helping identify tax-planning opportunities, applicable credits and deductions, tax-advantaged savings strategies, and internal considerations that may affect financial decisions. Virtual service supports clients across all 50 states, while in-person assistance is available in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

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Client-Focused Guidance

JFT Group builds thoughtful tax strategies around each client’s circumstances, priorities, and financial goals.

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The JFT Group Difference

Why Choose JFT Group?

Get accessible, personalized tax guidance from a firm built around client success.

Deep Experience

Founder John Tornese brings over 40 years of industry experience to complex tax and financial decisions.

Personalized Service

Tailored guidance replaces one-size-fits-all solutions for individuals, businesses, and multi-state needs.

Nationwide Reach

Virtual tax preparation and planning support clients across all 50 states, with Allentown service available in person.

Direct Assistance

Experts work directly on IRS and state tax matters rather than passing clients to a large advertising firm.

Meet the JFT Group Team

Led by founder John Tornese, JFT Group supports clients nationwide.

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John Tornese

Founder

John Tornese is the founder of JFT Group, bringing over 40 years of industry experience to businesses and individuals across all 50 states from the firm's Allentown, Pennsylvania headquarters. Raised in upstate New York, John began working at a young age, which instilled in him a lifelong belief in hard work and continuous education. He built JFT Group on the principle of being a financial partner just as committed to client success as the clients themselves, offering accounting, tax, bookkeeping, payroll, consulting, and CFO support services. John's leadership emphasizes tailored customer service and affordable pricing, helping start-ups, growing businesses, and mature corporations navigate complex financial and regulatory landscapes. His deep expertise and hands-on approach ensure clients receive prompt, knowledgeable guidance, allowing them to focus on growing their businesses with confidence and clarity.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is state and multi-state tax planning?

State and multi-state tax planning considers how an individual’s or business’s activities, income, operations, and structure may affect tax responsibilities across different states. Planning can include tax return preparation, tax-advantaged savings strategies, eligible credits and deductions, business entity considerations, and support with IRS or state tax matters. JFT Group provides virtual service nationwide and in-person service in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Can JFT Group help clients in multiple states?

What does multi-state tax planning include for businesses?

Can JFT Group help with state tax problems?

Does tax planning include tax return preparation?

Can JFT Group advise on business entity selection?

Is tax planning available virtually?

How can I begin working with JFT Group?

Have More Tax Planning Questions?

Speak with JFT Group about your individual or business tax circumstances.

Recognized & Accredited

Awards and Recognition

Better Business Bureau Accredited Business recognition

Better Business Bureau Accredited Business

JFT Group is recognized as a Better Business Bureau Accredited Business.

BusinessRate Top 3 2026 Award Winner recognition

BusinessRate Top 3 2026 Award Winner

Award winner for Tax Preparation Service in Center City, Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Best of Thervo 2021 award recognition

Best of Thervo 2021

JFT Group was recognized with a Best of Thervo award in 2021.

Start Your Tax Planning Conversation

Share your tax planning needs and connect with JFT Group for thoughtful, personalized guidance.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (855) 538-8293. You can also send us a quick email at jtornese@jftgroup.org.