Hands down the worst experience we've had with an accountant in 25+ years of business. We took our…read moretaxes and a few other matters to David Stackrow, who assured us we'd be building a partnership that would last. Nothing could be further from our experience. Sparse communication, fragmented work, stonewalling and gaslighting have been the core aspects of the relationship. Attention to detail or any of the kindness and empathy usually present in a partnership has been woefully absent. We've tried everything to make it work, from being flexible to waiting weeks on end, all to culminate with consistent and blatant unprofessionalism. He left us in a horrible state of affairs and worse, he invoiced us despite never actually doing the work properly. He left us high and dry on myriad issues. He is not well-informed on newer policies and statutes, which makes his advice and abilities antiquated at best and negligent at worst. There is an arrogance within this establishment that is palpable, and it's backed up by words that fail to match any real strategic action or industry-specific wisdom. Do not trust your business to this firm, or to Mr. Stackrow.

I searched for a qualified and reliable tax accountant who would make my tax filing season smooth…read more My friends recommended Scott, Stackrow & Co to me, and I never regretted my choice. The full cycle of my tax processing was completed through the company portal. As a computer programmer, I consider the software used by the company highly secure and user-friendly. I am fortunate to have Mr. David Pietrafesa, CPA, as my accountant. David has extensive experience and outstanding accounting skills. He answers all my questions in great detail and is very patient and friendly. After a smooth processing of my 2021 taxes, I contacted David several times, and he always gave me his time and undivided attention. Thank you, Mr. P Pietrafesa, for your hard work and dedication during the 2021 tax season and throughout the year! Your help is greatly appreciated!

Amanda Benbrook was wonderful! Very helpful to help get everything set up! I was a bit confused on…read morethe process, so she was a great guide through the LLC creation and had answers to all of my questions!

I've been trying for months to get anyone from their support team to respond to questions/concerns…read moreabout incorrect payroll calculations. It has gone into a new year and W2s have been filed incorrectly. Still no response from the support team (via call, voicemail, email, direct emails to the owner of the company)...nothing. Warning: DO NOT use for payroll services. They used to be great until they changed ownership. Just don't do it; the "free" isn't worth it.

When we needed tax assistance some 9 years ago, we sought out Pat in the Rotterdam office, we used…read moreher for 3 tax seasons until she retired. Then we traveled to Sarasota Springs using Tom for another 3 seasons, and now have been with the Tom and Paulette at the East Schodack office for now 3 more years. We could write paragraphs about the wonderful, caring, and quality of services we have received. This Compan, to us, is without a doubt, fantastic. Year after year they have delivered us Peace of Mind Guaranteed. Our 2022 are complete, and in our hands 2/2/2023. Thank you Tom, your respect and caring is so appreciated. We recommend Owlview/Accutax to everyone. Jim and Veronica L.

My taxes were very difficult for 2017. Owlview tackled all my tax issues and wrestled them all…read moreinto submission and put an end to them at half of what I have paid in the past. They are stuck with me now for years to come.

LDonald I have been…read moredoing business with this firm for over 40 years and they are top notch - very professional and honest - R. Lombardi and J. Haddad really know their tax laws. I would highly recommend them.

be very careful of this business!!! 2 years ago i went in for a quote to get my tax returns done,…read moreafter being bullied, called names and intimated by mr. clairmont on the phone, i now receive a notice of small claim in the mail. i went in for a quote but had 1800 tax returns do my taxes that year because it was more than $700 less!!!!!!

Here's my beef with this company- they don't provide a fee until AFTER they've reviewed your…read morefinances. I sat through an introductory consultation where every account and asset I own was provided. I asked the associate upfront what the fee(s) would be to establish a trust. Her response was that Mr. Pierro would be in to provide that. It was pretty stunning to hear $6k and I am sure if I presented with fewer assets the fee would be different, otherwise there would be transparency. I've since established the trust, and that plus a will, power of attorney, and health care proxy were all executed with a different law office, specializing in estate planning for $3k.

beware of Aaron Oconnor. Words cant give justice to how much of a nightmare it was working with…read morehim. He is the The managing partner in Latham. He literally abandoned me 2 weeks before we were due to settle because i didnt feel comfortable with what he negotiated. The negotiations took place off the record without my knowledge and nobody present. He tried bullying me and my younger brother into consenting to the agreement. When i asked for information and documents i was ignored. He was extremely immature, lazy and temperamental. If i was skeptical of anything he would get mad asking me if i was a lawyer. He would attempt to belittle me and lie so blatantly without even attempting to cover the lie up. there was no conversation he would just talk over you. He wants to tell you what hes going to do and what your going to do. He has no sentiment towards anyone at all. Jacob V. who is/was an associate there was assigned to my case originally. No complaints with him. He immediately went to work. Answered our questions. Communicated effectively. He was unwavering the minute we hired him for representation. According to Aaron he is no longer with the firm and thats how i ended up with Aaron. There may be other lawyers in the firm that are competent and wont treat you like a peasant. I dont know. This was my experience and it was nothing but anxiety the moment Aaron took our case. When we went our separate ways there were not any notes, documents, records of anything. He just pretty much winged it i guess who knows.

I hired the firm to pursue my disability claim. Karen Arndt was honest and thorough. I am not the…read morebest client when it comes to answering questions. She admonished me, but never made me feel like I blew it. Karen explained every step of the process. Most important, she always said she strongly believed my claim ought to be approved. A shout-out to Gail for handling my calls and always treating me like I was important.

I have dealt with this firm a couple of times, never ever will again !!!!…read more Once with compensation claim, repeatedly going to hearings ..told Ohh you can go, then getting a letter from the judge, my case is dismissed... Nothing resolved to this day. Worked with Ira Mendelson to get SSI disability Yes I got it alright...no guidance on the laws and ways. I got a phone call from someone in NY saying they had an issue with my claim a year and a half later. Presently paying back a good amount of money, when I called for assistance. We don't have a file on you getting that, pretty much on my own. Buyer BEWARE....!!!

I had a succesful Chapter 7 wuth his office and was ranted the banchrupcy. Exellent lawyer…read morereasonable riving and kind staff.

SO RUDE. Disrespectful. Steamroller Sam with the big sighs and interrupting and lies via email then…read morehas really wildly unhinged energy over the phone. He was frustrated at my questions? Despite him ranting about things I've already gone through. I was born disabled but he doesn't have time to do a full consult for free he said on the phone despite him assuring me via email that he would. He's supposed to be the knowledgeable professional. I was supposed to have a free consult. I should add - I called 4 minutes after our appointment was supposed to start and he 'stepped out of the office' for him to call back about 17 minutes after the meeting was supposed to start while I sat with major anxiety. So if I had gone in person, he wouldn't have even been there. Then, he didn't even listen to my case!! Said something about me wanting a case from 10,000 feet high? No dude, I was born disabled and have been fighting this on my own since 2009 and was referred to this abysmal agency. If I could give ZERO stars I would. They should specify that they only want easy imminent physical disabilities, else they have no time or care. I have it all recorded if anyone wants to listen! and then to boot, he sent a reply email that was worse than his phone call. I have pictures of those too ... Saul has better energy than this guy.

David listened to all my questions and gave me honest advice on my taxes. I appreciate his…read moreexpertise.

Lutz Tax Services did the best job filing my taxes. David scheduled a zoom call, reviewed my tax…read morereturn with me, and even got me a refund this year. I love the simple tax preparation process.