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Burlingame CPA · San Francisco Peninsula

Accounting clarity for the Peninsula — personal, proactive, precise.

Sorensen & Escoto, CPAs, Inc. helps individuals and businesses translate complex numbers into decisions you can trust — from tax season to estate and succession planning.

Luke Sorensen, CPA · Mary Escoto, CPA · Burlingame, CA

CPA Luke Sorensen CPA Mary Escoto Burlingame office QuickBooks® setup & training Estate & trust tax depth

Client services

A full range of tax, accounting, and planning support.

Being a relatively small firm means personalized quality service. The list below is not exhaustive — ask if you need something you do not see.

01 Tax preparation

Accurate, efficient returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, estates, and not-for-profit organizations — backed by professional tax software and research tools.

02 Estate & trust tax preparation

Guidance through complex estate and gift tax filings so asset transfers, surviving-spouse security, and business continuity are handled with care.

03 Tax planning

Year-round planning woven into your business and personal strategy to help minimize current and future tax liabilities as laws change.

04 Payroll services

Controls, systems, and timely payroll tax returns as your headcount grows — so payroll administration stays reliable and compliant.

05 Bookkeeping / write-up

Organized day-to-day books that keep operations running smoothly and give you a foundation for decisions — including QuickBooks® setup, support, and training.

06 Business entity selection

Clear evaluation of S corporation, sole proprietorship, LLC, and other structures so entity choice supports long-term tax outcomes.

07 Business succession planning

Coordination of ownership transition so the company continues successfully when you step back from day-to-day operations.

08 Estate planning support

Help getting financial affairs in order for orderly transfers, spouse security, and reduced tax on business and personal assets.

09 Financial & retirement planning

Structured plans for each life stage — with periodic review so independence during working years and retirement stays on track.

How we work

Straightforward engagement. Responsive guidance.

  1. 01

    Reach out

    Call the office or send a short message. Tell us whether you need tax prep, planning, bookkeeping, payroll, or estate and trust support.

  2. 02

    Share your situation

    We listen to your goals and gather the documents we need — prior returns, books, or organizer details — so advice fits your facts.

  3. 03

    Work with a responsive team

    A relatively small firm means personal attention. We translate complex accounting into clear guidance you can act on.

Visit the office

On California Drive in Burlingame.

Sorensen & Escoto, CPAs, Inc.

885 California Drive, Burlingame, CA 94010

(650) 344-4829

Fax (650) 344-9338

office@se-cpas.com

By appointment

The firm

Personal attention from CPAs who know the Peninsula.

We are committed to outstanding service by understanding each client’s goals and needs — and by translating intricate accounting information into critical business knowledge.

Continual investment in professional continuing education, technology, and business relationships supports that commitment to excellence.

Questions about your next return, payroll, or estate plan?

Call the office or send a message — we pride ourselves on being proactive and responsive.

FAQ

Answers before you call.

Where is Sorensen & Escoto located?

The office is at 885 California Drive, Burlingame, CA 94010. Appointments are recommended — call (650) 344-4829 or message the firm to schedule.

What services does the firm provide?

Income tax preparation for businesses and individuals, estate and trust tax preparation, tax planning, payroll, bookkeeping and write-up, QuickBooks® setup and training, business entity selection, business succession planning, estate planning support, and financial and retirement planning.

Who will I work with?

The firm is led by Luke Sorensen, CPA, and Mary Escoto, CPA, with support from Marli Velasco. As a relatively small firm, clients receive personalized attention.

Do you work with both individuals and businesses?

Yes. Services cover individuals and many entity types — including corporations, partnerships, trusts, estates, and not-for-profit organizations.

How do I get started?

Call (650) 344-4829, email office@se-cpas.com, or use the contact form on this page. Current clients may request a proforma tax organizer from the office.

Is there a client portal?

Contact the office for the most current way to share documents securely. The primary ways to reach the firm are phone, email, and the contact form.

Contact

Tell us how we can help.

Send a short note and we will follow up. Prefer to talk now? Call (650) 344-4829.

Opens your email client to office@se-cpas.com. Or call (650) 344-4829 anytime.

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