Our 2022 taxes had become incredibly complicated and I didn't feel comfortable trusting my tax…read moresoftware any more. After searching for a local professional and then double checking on Yelp, I reached out to Effective Tax & Accounting Services and had the pleasure of connecting with Belinda Tarlach. From our first phone call, I knew we found the right fit. Each complicated question was smoothed out with a thoughtful conversation and next steps where needed. She has set up a great process for all our work to be done online. I was very comforted by the clear checklists, timelines, and expectations for us and her. We moved this year and the process didn't change. We wholeheartedly recommend her services. She is an excellent partner for this very stressful and unfortunately necessary task. We have trusted her for the last three tax seasons and we will continue to do so as long as she'll have us as clients.

I had, what I thought was a quick tax question, and called and talked to her about my situation…read more Belinda advised I contact my brokerage for the answer I needed. To my pleasant surprise, she later gave me a call back to follow up and gave me some advice. For her to look into it after my call and to follow up as a courtesy shows her level of commitment. Thank you Belinda!

I have continued to try to get any response from Dombrowski. Answering machines and no response…read more She stole $600 to do some trust taxes and she took the money and then disappeared. We moved far away so can't go to her office. Charlatan, crook, thief, and apparently not a good tax preparer. I will continue to try to get my $600 back.

Thank God for Catharine Dombrowski and her tax skills! Honestly, I'd be lost without her. She is so…read moredetailed when preparing my taxes, she goes the extra mile to get me the most for my tax return. I often text her on random days/times and she always gets back to me within about an hour, or if it's really late she'll get back to me the next morning. She's always there for me and knows the answers. Thanks Catharine for keeping me safe and knowledgeable through tax season. :-)

we have been using ALA Bookkeeping for the past couple years. Linda and her staff have been great!…read more they are quick to respond to questions and Linda is very good at what she does. I would definitely recommend their services! - Erik

DO NOT USE THIS BOOKKEEPING/ACCOUNTING SERVICE. Owner Linda is not properly registered with the…read moreCalifornia Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) as an accountant. Linda is rude, talks over you when you are trying to tell her something. The whole experience was a disaster. I asked for a refund, she refused.

My tax returns have been handled by Annise Brokstein for over 10 years. As my finances became more…read morecomplex during that time, she was there for me with her considerable expertise and knowledge. Her prompt responses to my questions all year long (even during her busiest months) are valued and appreciated. She always responds. I look forward to our annual meetings in her office, where I never fail to learn something new. My highest praise for this woman and her firm.

I met Annise Brokstein in very difficult times when I thought everything was lost. Annise took the…read moretime to listen to me and the issues that I was facing. After my first meeting with Annise, I immediately knew that I not only came to the right office but to the right person. The way in which Annise explains things are easy to understand, you immediately know that she is well prepare and the awards and certificates on her walls speak for themselves. Before coming to Annise, I looked and talk to many CPA's but no one was really concern about my financial needs and in the situation that I was facing at the time, other than another client and many wanted large deposits in advanced. Annise took me in as a new client knowing my financial situation and the risk that she was taking with me and needless to say, I am still her client after 7 years and I look forward to many more years to come. There is no one day that goes by that I am not thankful for what she has done for me and the fact that she is my CPA and financial advisor. For what it is worth; take the time to think what your CPA is doing for you other than planning and preparing your taxes and take the time to spend 20 minutes with Annise Brokstein. The difference is in the financial and emotional results.

Brenda has been totally irresponsible in helping me deal with my cousin's taxes. My cousin has…read moredementia and I have power of attorney. My cousin has been using Brenda for many years. Brenda didn't file my cousin's taxes and then filed for an extension. I keep calling her, but she is never available. She has never returned my calls. I think I have always been polite and patient. I have never experienced this kind of behavior from a CPA. I don't know what's up. I would like to file a complaint, but don't know how to do it. I'd give her zero stars if that were an option. Don't use her.

Meh. Not worth it for my simple tax return (over $700) & when I asked a few financial questions…read morefor future planning, they didn't seem interested. Probably just a tax place. Not a place to go to for a long term financial partnership.

Connie Tritt CPA has helped us with corporate taxes (non-profit) for several years. We've always…read morehad a good experience and results in working with Connie. Because of this, when we started a new business and needed some tax help, we relied on Connie Tritt CPA. Connie is knowledgeable and helpful, in a friendly, personable manner. I'm glad she returned to the Bay Area.

Condi has been doing my taxes for years she catches all the mistakes of the old CPAs and treats me…read moreright?

Sad to report they are not accepting new clients currently. Did not offer any referrals. Just an…read moreemail from the office manager notifying me that they are not accepting new clients.

Impressive! Mr. Koch was very helpful and courteous to me while preparing my return with out…read moremaking me feel like an idiot for not being a CPA and knowing all of the ins and outs of our complicated tax system. He asked lots of questions to make sure I was maximizing my refund and receiving all that I was entitled to. Thank goodness. Who doesn't look forward to free money these days? Good sense of humor and easy to talk to...not dry like your normal accountant/auditor/tax prep person...You know who I am talking about...the green visor staring at you from behind thick round glasses all the while pounding a ten key! If you are looking for a CPA to effectively, efficiently, and most importantly affordably complete your tax returns for current or prior years, Mr. Koch is and will continue to be my tax man for years to come!

This is a long overdue review! I hopped online looking for Arlene's/Kirsch company to send her link…read moreto someone and Yelp popped up- I can't believe I never left a review! Arlene has been our CPA for upwards of 20 years- we have a small business, rental properties, and generally live life with all its tax implications, and Arlene is always there to sort it all out for us! She's passionate (about taxes, blows my mind! ), patient in explaining it all, and we really like her as a human being (yep, CPAs are humans, too!). She's funny and engaging, not required skills but makes writing the IRS those checks somehow a little easier. If you're lucky enough to make it on her clients list you won't be disappointed!

Arlene was great to work with. She was patient and took the time to explain things to me since…read morethis was our first year filing long form. She certainly made a lot of the anxiety surrounding tax preparation go away.