What-If Scenarios

Plan before you file.
Find the optimal strategy.

Run side-by-side tax planning scenarios. Adjust income, filing status, deductions, 401(k) contributions, or rental income — and instantly see the impact on tax liability, effective rate, and refund.

Current PlanMarried Filing Jointly$185,000$27,400 (Standard)$6,500$0Tax Liability$26,840Effective Rate: 14.5%VSOptimized PlanMarried Filing Jointly$185,000$34,800 (Itemized)$22,500 (Max)-$8,200 (Loss)Tax Liability$19,240Effective Rate: 10.4%Save $7,600

CAPABILITIES

Model any tax scenario

Adjust any variable and see the instant impact. Compare unlimited scenarios side-by-side to find the optimal tax strategy for every client.

Side-by-Side Comparison

Compare 2, 3, or more scenarios simultaneously with delta indicators and savings highlights.

  • Compare 2, 3, or more scenarios simultaneously
  • Delta indicators highlight changes and savings
  • Effective tax rate comparison across scenarios
  • Save and name scenarios for client presentations

Adjustable Variables

Adjust any tax variable and see how it affects the bottom line instantly.

  • Income (W-2, 1099, business, investment)
  • Filing status, dependents, and exemptions
  • Deductions (standard vs itemized with line items)
  • 401(k), IRA, HSA, and other retirement contributions

Instant Calculations

Real-time recalculation as you adjust inputs — no waiting, no manual formulas.

  • Real-time recalculation as you adjust inputs
  • Federal + state tax computed simultaneously
  • AMT impact analysis included
  • FICA and self-employment tax calculations

Client-Ready Reports

Generate professional comparison reports for client meetings and presentations.

  • PDF comparison reports for client meetings
  • Recommendation summaries with action items
  • Share scenarios via secure client portal
  • Archive for multi-year planning history

USE CASES

Planning for every life event

From retirement to real estate — model the tax impact of every major financial decision.

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Retirement Planning

Model 401(k) max-out, Roth conversions, and RMD strategies to minimize lifetime tax burden.

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Business Structure

Compare LLC, S-Corp, and C-Corp structures to find the optimal entity for tax efficiency.

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Marriage / Divorce Impact

See the tax impact of filing jointly vs separately, or model post-divorce filing changes.

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Stock Option Timing

Model ISO vs NSO exercise timing, AMT impact, and optimal sell strategies.

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Real Estate Investment

Evaluate rental property purchases with depreciation, mortgage interest, and passive loss rules.

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Charitable Giving

Compare direct gifts, donor-advised funds, and QCDs to maximize deduction value.

WHY SWITCH

Spreadsheet guessing vs. instant modeling

Task
Spreadsheets
Taxation.ai
Setup time
Hours per scenario
Seconds — just move a slider
Accuracy
Error-prone formulas
Always current with tax law
Side-by-side comparison
Manual tab switching
Built-in scenario diff view
Variables
One change at a time
Adjust multiple variables at once
State taxes
Separate spreadsheet per state
Multi-state modeling included
Client sharing
Export and email PDFs
One-click shareable link

Frequently asked questions

Stop guessing. Start modeling.

Show clients exactly what happens when they change jobs, move states, or sell assets — in seconds, not hours.