I've been working with Niki at Forest Accounting and Tax for the past two years, and I can honestly…read moresay she has been a game changer for me and my business. From day one, she came in and got everything completely organized, which took a huge weight off my shoulders. Niki is incredibly knowledgeable and always stays on top of what needs to be done. She doesn't just handle the numbers--she actually guides you, keeps you informed, and makes sure you're always a step ahead. She takes care of my business and makes sure I'm always compliant, which gives me a ton of peace of mind. Anytime I have questions, she's quick to respond and explains everything in a way that's easy to understand. What I appreciate most is how much easier she's made my life. Running a business is already a lot, and having someone I can fully trust with my accounting and taxes takes a huge burden off my plate. If you're looking for someone reliable, professional, and truly invested in helping you succeed, I highly recommend Niki at Forest Accounting and Tax. She's the real deal. She's not only affordable but plays a huge role in my success

I've been with Niki for 7 years and at this point I wouldn't let anyone else touch my taxes or…read morepayroll. She knows her stuff inside and out and somehow always has the answer to every question I throw at her. She makes business numbers and taxes way less scary and is genuinely someone you can trust (which is huge). Her team is also amazing, they are super kind, helpful, and on top of everything. I recommend her to everyone I know because I know they'll be taken care of. If you're looking for a tax pro who actually has your back, stop searching - this is your person!

They will call you back after you reach out to them. A young…read moreintern type will ask you a lot of questions to determine if they want to engage you. I was told they do not want to simply do my tax return, they are looking for a much bigger client that owns their own business or is a big baller. I never got a call back or email after that even though I do own a business. Really nice phone conversation, but they never engaged after that.

I found Jacobs & Jacobs after an online search of local accountants in Thousand Oaks. They had good…read morereviews so I decided to set up a consultation. They set up a phone call with Massimo to help me out with a financial issue related to stock options from my former employer. Massimo has always been an utmost professional - he has listened to all of my concerns, always offering honest and helpful advice. We were able to get my issues with the IRS sorted and we have come back since to continue filing our taxes with him. There was even a follow up bill related to the same issue mentioned before, and Massimo was able to spot an error the IRS made, cutting our amount owed in half! A couple quick notes: I was not paid for, nor did I receive any kind of discount in exchange for this review. I'm a real human and this is actually my firsthand experience! I say this because all these reviews start to sound the same and generally fake over time, but I am an actual real person! While Massimo did politely request I write a review, I was more than happy to (of my own volition), since he has been such a great resource. I'm glad to help more people learn of his excellent services!

It is heartbreaking to know my absolute best tax accountant, Barry Peters, passed away last year in…read more2025. A new owner, Dave, is now at the helm. So far, he is very efficient and responsive to all my questions. I look forward to working with him and his staff this year. ja

If you have not used this company to do your taxes, fix any issues with the IRS, help with your new…read morebusiness, or look over your financial investments, DO IT! The front office ladies are lovely and always keep you informed and email you any forms you need to fill out ASAP. The CPA, Barry Peters, is very knowledgeable and also a kind and thorough CPA. If you work on a 1099 he is amazing in dealing with your all your deductions and write offs. I referred a friend, and he literally saved them from financial turmoil!! Don't use turbo tax, H&R Block, or your local Joe Schmoe. Use Premier Tax and Finance...trust me you won't regret it!!

I have been using HLW since they opened. Very professional, Beth and Sarah care about their…read moreclients. HLW goes above and beyond for great service. If you want it done cheap go somewhere else, if you want it done right go see HLW.

I didn't actually have service with them, I just called to see if they would be able to handle the…read moretax return that I was presenting and to get a jump start on next years taxes, and it was almost like they didn't want my business. I was basically told that they were too expensive, and that I should reconsider. They have no idea

We had Lauren for many years and she was always very responsive, knowledgeable, pleasant, and…read moreprofessional. When she decided to retire, we were a little leery at first continuing with Privity, but after meeting with them, any uneasy feeling for this important service were put to rest! They answered all our questions, were knowledgeable, pleasant and responsive, and professional in their approach. The IRS - not Privity - made an error and Stephanie was right on top of it and got the matter resolved expeditiously. We highly recommend Privity CPA and look forward to many years with them!

We spent several years as clients there. The communication was never strong and we would typically…read morebe waiting on the team to get back to us. They would tell us they were swamped and so they needed to file an extension on our behalf. We trusted them to do this. And then some of our questions, we had to follow up several times with them. We felt quite disregarded. We decided to move onto a new firm this year and now a year later they keep sending us bills - for the questions they answered for us (during the time when we were clients) and an extension they filed for us (when we were clients). We ended up paying them but we would NEVER use them again. NEVER.

I appreciated the Professional, Thorough Services provided by Wayne. My 89 year old Father likes to…read moreasks ALOT of questions and Wayne was Kind, Patient and Understanding. Thank You Wayne. Highly Recommend!

We went to Alpha Tax Services on March 2nd, well before the deadline, and received no follow-up…read moreconfirming our returns were even accepted. I had to check the IRS website myself and call them just to get an update. On top of that, my return was almost not filed because they entered my Social Security number incorrectly. I also had them handle my late father's final 2025 return, and they got the banking information wrong, meaning the payment will now be late. Overall, an incredibly frustrating experience. I would not recommend them to anyone, ever--I can't believe they charge money for this level of service.

My 20+ year history with my previous tax guy came to an end when he up and retired, leaving me with…read morethat "Oh, no, how can I find someone I can trust?" panic... I heard through my trusted grapevine about Starlite, and decided to give them a shot. The mood in the office is peaceful and professional. No papers scattered about, no confusion, no double-booking. Luba and Ellie are very polite, caring, and they exercise the best active listening I've ever experienced in a business transaction. They really heard my needs and did their best not only to meet them, but they exceeded all of my hopes/expectations. I am very impressed with the end-product. It is clear, complete, and exhibited an amazing attention to detail. I'm very happy that I heard about them, and know they're my go-to for future needs. I highly recommend Starlite!

Luba was able to squeeze me in and assist me with my taxes so my home sale and purchase was handled…read moreright on time. I'm so thankful for professionals like Luba who take the stress of taxes off my very busy plate.

I've worked with Justin and his company for over a decade now. Their work is consistently…read moretop-notch, and the pricing is just as solid. Even though I live out of state, I still trust and rely on them--worth every penny.

I have received excellent service from Justin for the past three years. He is available during the…read moreyr to answer questions without billing me. I enjoy working with him and have confidence that my returns are accurate. Kudos