Four Generations of Tax Expertise

Personal tax preparation and planning across New York's Capital Region — with the same care since 1937.

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Built on relationships, not transactions

Family Owned & Operated

Four generations of our family. Clients come back year after year — and send their children.

One-on-One Service

We know clients by name, not file number. Every return is prepared by one of our four partners.

Local to the Capital Region

We live and work here too, and we're available year-round when you need us.

The Bianchi and McDonald office on Carman Road, Schenectady

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Love it here! You cant beat them, they are very knowledgable and always have confidence that they will give me the best return possible.
Nicholas · Google review

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Amazing experience with my taxes this year! Steve & family are the best!
Kayla · Google review

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I have been using Bianchi and McDonald since 1963… They are extremely competent and great to work with. I am on the 3rd generation of the family.
Gary · Google review

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Great accountants even better people! Have been with them for 32 years couldn't be more happy.
Bruce · Google review
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Tailored to Individuals & Families

We don't handle partnerships or corporations, which means you get focused, expert attention on exactly what you need.

  • Tax Preparation

    Accurate federal and New York State returns for employees, retirees, and individuals with investment or rental income.

  • Self-Employed

    Schedule C preparation, estimated tax planning, and deduction guidance for freelancers, sole proprietors, and contractors.

  • Estates & Trusts

    We prepare Form 1041 fiduciary returns, helping executors and trustees meet their filing obligations on time.

  • Amended Returns

    Mistakes happen. We'll review and correct previously filed returns so you're not leaving money on the table.

  • IRS Correspondence

    Received a letter from the IRS or New York State? We'll help you understand it, respond correctly, and resolve it.

  • Tax Planning

    Year-round strategies to minimize your tax liability, plan for life changes, and build long-term financial peace of mind.

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Tax accounting runs in our family

It began in 1937 with Edward Bianchi, an Italian immigrant and General Electric auditor who started preparing returns from his home for Italian-speaking families in Schenectady's Mont Pleasant neighborhood. What began as a favor to neighbors became a lifelong calling.

Our four partners — Ethan McDonald, Stephen McDonald, Lori-Anne Malone, and Shauna Moran — bring decades of combined experience and a shared belief that good tax service is inseparable from good client relationships.

Our Full Story Meet the Team
Edward Bianchi, who founded the practice in 1937
1st Generation
Jack and Arleen McDonald
2nd Generation
Jack, Lori, and Stephen McDonald at the Bianchi and McDonald office
3rd Generation