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My Services

Dedicated to serving individuals, small businesses, estates and trusts, I help clients maintain accurate records, comply with regulations, meet tax filing requirements and plan for the future. I am invested in your success, however you define it.

Small Business Accounting

Bookkeeping • Bank Reconciliation • Financial Statement Preparation • New Business formation • Individual Consultation

Payroll

Payroll Processing • Vacation, Sick, and Personal Day Accruals • Tax Reporting and EFTPS Deposits • W2, W-3, and 1099 Preparation • Ad Hoc Services

Tax

Tax Preparation • Tax Planning • IRS Audit Representation • Tax Problems

QuickBooks

QuickBooks Set-up • QuickBooks Training • QuickBooks Tune-up • QuickBooks Answers •

Recent Posts

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Buying a business seems like a single decision, but anyone who has stepped into that process knows it turns into a dozen decisions stacked on top of each other.

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Being named as an executor sounds straightforward until the paperwork arrives, the deadlines stack up, and phone calls from financial institutions start coming in.

Understanding the Tax Implications of Side Hustle Income
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Side hustles have become a normal part of life. Maybe you drive for a rideshare app after work, sell custom candles online, or do a bit of freelance design on weekends.

How to Prepare Financially if You’re Caring for Aging Parents
November 19, 2025

Caring for aging parents is one of those life chapters that arrives quietly, then suddenly becomes all-consuming.

Navigating Financial Decisions After Divorce Beyond Just Tax Filing
November 11, 2025

Divorce changes more than your relationship status. It reshapes your entire financial life—how you earn, spend, save, and plan for the future.

 

About Me

I'm a strong believer in the power and importance of the entrepreneurial spirit, and I want to help you make your venture successful. I've been working with and for closely-held small businesses for all of my nearly 30 year career, and I understand the pressures and challenges you face on a daily basis. I'm experienced in accounting, payroll and tax preparation for all types of business entities, and I want to leverage that experience for your benefit. Together we can build a business relationship which is mutually satisfying and beneficial.

John Schuette

john@schuettetax.com

After growing up on a farm near Mayer, I earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota. Since 1996, I've lived in Watertown with my wife and a succession of several dogs. I work out of my home, serving clients in the west metro in an area ranging from Glencoe to Andover and Eden Prairie to Dassel.

Industries Served

Agriculture • Consultants • Contractors • eCommerce • Hospitality • Manufacturing • Personal Services • Professional Services • Retail • Rental

  • We have been a client of Schuette Tax since 2003, John Schuette always puts his client's best interest first. John keeps up with changes with the tax codes, and informs clients of any changes that effect their personal tax filing.

    -- Kim R.

  • John Schuette has been doing my personal and small business taxes for many years. He has always been trustworthy, reliable, accurate, and timely. John’s knowledge of tax laws and deductions has been invaluable; I would never attempt to do my own taxes again. The benefits of having a professional like John do our taxes far outweigh the cost!

    -- Angie M.

  • John Schuette has provided expert tax and accounting know-how for us for many years. We ask a lot of him, with annual LLC and joint personal filings, as well as quarterly payments for our business, and he always answers with smart solutions and a diligent work ethic. We trust his thoughtful recommendations and years of experience, and are always so appreciative of his careful and organized work.

    -- Natalie S.

  • Having worked with John Schuette for over 20 years, I’m always impressed by the quality of his work, his ability to explain things in layman’s terms, his honesty and his presentation of available options. John stays current on the ever-changing tax code, which is reflected in his practical approach to problem solving and addressing unusual challenges.

    When I hire a professional, I expect informed counsel, diligence and thoroughness. I’ve never been disappointed by the quality of service that John has delivered. His fees are fair and reasonable too, which is an added bonus.

    I’m grateful for the opportunity to work with John. The process of filing taxes isn’t fun, but working with John makes it as painless as possible.

    -- Nora C.

  • John Schuette has been my trusted accountant since 2009. He is honest, thorough, trustworthy and prompt. I highly recommend John for any accounting or tax services you may need.

    -- Lindsey J.

Let's Start Talking

Let's discuss your situation so that we may understand your objectives and determine whether we have the ability to provide service and value.

No obligation quotes. First consultation is free.

Call (612) 709-4449