Learn
Build a grounded understanding of tax preparation and the profession.
Live 4-month program
Learn tax preparation. Launch your own tax business.Work four months. Take eight months off.
A guided, career-focused program led by Shawn Bombaro.
The Foundations program, in Shawn’s own words.
Live instructionPractical trainingProfessional setupClient development
A clear starting point
A new career path shouldn’t feel confusing.
Foundations is for people exploring a career change, a side business, or more control over their income—and who are interested in tax preparation but don’t know where to begin.
Instead of figuring everything out alone, follow a structured path that connects practical tax knowledge with the steps of building an independent business.
Free Foundations TrainingWhat you’ll be provided in the Foundations Tax Group training.
License and train tax preparers
Customer relationship management system
Tax preparation software training
Customized landing page
Online mentor
Your path into professional tax preparation
From learning the work to serving real clients.
Practice
Develop practical workflows through structured, instructor-led training.
Prepare
Understand professional setup, qualification, and the steps ahead.
Build
Put the systems and professional foundation around your new skills.
Serve
Prepare to support clients with a clear, professional process.
Ready to see if Foundations fits your next chapter?
Register for the Intro ClassFoundations in motion
See the structure behind the next step.
An introduction to the guided experience that helps aspiring tax professionals prepare for the field with clarity and confidence.
Beyond tax preparation
Professional readiness includes the skills around the work.
01Tax preparation training
02PTIN & qualification guidance
03Professional positioning
04Course materials
05Templates & checklists
06Coaching & ongoing support
07Client systems guidance
08Professional development resources
Meet Shawn Bombaro
Why Shawn built Foundations.
Foundations gives aspiring tax professionals a clear place to begin—combining live instruction, practical preparation, and guidance around the business of the work.
A structured learning path for people ready to study, practice, and implement.
Program fit
Built for people ready to do the work.
This may be for you if…
You’re changing careers
You want to build a side business
You’re an aspiring tax professional
You want a structured learning path
You’re willing to study and implement
This may not be for you if…
You’re looking for guaranteed income
You expect overnight results
You’re unwilling to follow a structured process
You’re looking for a passive-income scheme
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Register for the intro class
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Attend the live class
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Complete the Foundations application
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Book a consultation
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Review enrollment and payment options
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Begin Foundations
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Register for the Intro ClassQuestions before you start?
Questions, answered with clarity.
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Do I need prior tax experience?
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What is the program format?
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How much time should I plan for?
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Is support available?
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What does Foundations cost?
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Are there qualification requirements?
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Are payment options available?
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When can I start?
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Your first step
See if Foundations is the right path for you.
Take the first step by attending an introductory class.
Register for the Intro Class