We've worked with Melissa Petrie for nearly ten years, and I honestly can't imagine trusting anyone…read moreelse with our taxes. She is not only incredibly knowledgeable and detail-oriented, but she genuinely cares about her clients. Over the years she's helped me navigate everything from routine tax filings to complex business and personal financial decisions -- always explaining things clearly and making sure I understand the "why" behind the tax law and her recommendations. I never feel rushed or embarrassed to ask questions, and I always come away feeling more informed and confident in our decisions. She helped us successfully navigate a difficult long-term tax issue with the IRS -- and thanks to her thoroughness and persistence, we didn't have to pay for a mistake that wasn't ours. She consistently brings us new tax information as it becomes available and explains how it could affect us -- both as a business and personally -- along with smart ways to take advantage of benefits or minimize any negative impact. She helps us plan ahead in ways that have saved us stress and money! Her fees are more than reasonable given the quality, care, and peace of mind she provides. Having been through several CPA's before finding Melissa, I can tell you that it's rare to find someone who is this skilled and proactive. If you're looking for a CPA who is trustworthy, experienced, and truly invested in your success, I can't recommend Melissa highly enough.

I used her for 2 years, she's nice enough but overpaid the government 27k last year. Wich is…read moreactually a $54K hit to my business because i now owe more than that to the Feds. It appears now it's going to bankrupt me. She never even apologized. I would leave 0 stars if I could!.

Thank you for the help over the years. Good to see you back in action…read more You are making tax declaration building and processing look easy by structuring and streamlining the process and having such a positive attitude. I wonder if this shouldn't be a tax write off in the marriage saving category, if it existed. So much easier than struggling through the broken mess of TurboTax, worth every penny. Thank you Steve.

Have you ever been ghosted by a tax professional? Sadly I have, and the possibility is strong that…read moreyou will too if you choose to do business with Steve and Emperor Tax Service. Steve has done my taxes since 2009 and I started having him do my parents as well a couple years back. I used to work with Steve (taxes are his side gig) and he was much more responsive, but now that I am just your every day customer it seems as though I am not worthy of a response. Last year, Steve stopped providing physical copies of our tax records on the spot (which previously was a very nice touch). Instead, he provided a thumb drive. We told him then and there that we had a Mac and it wouldn't work. He said we just needed to format it and should there be any issues, we could contact him. When it came time to apply for my student loans it didn't work, so I contacted him asking for a copy. That was last May, and he still hasn't responded and I don't have a copy of my return. Similarly, my mother got an estate tax document and needed her taxes amended. He wouldn't respond to anything. Finally, I contacted an old coworker who asked him to contact my mom. He called me instead, from his work, and left a message. I called and texted him asking him to call my mom, not me. After about a month, he got in contact with my mom. He took her original estate tax document and told her he filed an amended return before the July extension. However, he has continued to withhold her original documents and has never provided her a copy of the amended return he states he filed. I have been calling, texting, and emailing Steve since May of 2020 asking for a print out of my taxes and the return of my mother's documents as well as a copy of her amended return. He hasn't responded or provided anything as requested. Needless to say, we will not be continuing our business with Emperor Tax Service. We just want our documents so that we can have someone else do them for us this year. Also, if you still choose to do business with Steve but find yourself where I am--I've done the homework and you can file form 14157 with the IRS to make a Return Preparer Complaint.

Met Gus for the first time when my wife and I were starting our first jobs, and the experience was…read moregreat from the beginning. He took the time to explain everything clearly over the phone and was very professional throughout the process. Anytime I had questions, he responded promptly and made sure we understood everything. He filed our taxes on time and walked us through the final review step by step. We really appreciated the attention to detail and will definitely be long term clients. Thank you, Gus!

Met with Gustavo it's a good match for our personal and trust taxes. Very personable, good listener…read moreand answers all our questions and concerns. Looking forward to working with him

Mike is great, I have been going to him for 30 plus years and have always been pleased with his…read moreincome tax expertise, it takes the pressure away from me since sometimes my taxes can be difficult. Intrastate Tax and Record service is reliable, cost effective, and the quality of all the paper work is 5 star plus. UPDATE, his physical office at 1108 Vicente Street is now closed and Mike has transitioned his services to an all-digital format, via a secure client portal. There is also Zoom meetings if one wishes, as well as telephone meetings and consultations. Email communication still works. And if one wishes one can utilize the US mail or private mailing services. Mike also has an office courier, Kevin, who is great, just contact him and arrange a time to pick up your documentation and return. The new address is: 1500 Valley House Drive, Suite 210, Rohnert Park, CA 94928, phone number 415-566-2731. Mike is the very best.

There might be few things more boring than a review of an accountant. But I have to give Michael…read moreO'Toole snaps for being the friendliest and most responsive accountant I've ever had. Ok, he also happens to be the only accountant I've ever had, but I would not hesitate recommending him to anyone who needs help preparing their tax returns. Just be sure to call early because he's not a walk-in H&R Block type operation.

Meyer and Associates have been doing my taxes for five years now, and provide great and prompt…read moreservice. They are fastidious and detailed when it comes to ensuring that all the documentation you need for tax preparation is in order. Their secure online workspace is also very helpful for when I need to review older tax documents.

I sent an email to Meyer and Associates yesterday eve asking if someone could call me as I had an…read moreimportant tax question I needed answered today. I am not a client. Derek Meyer left me an email this morning with his phone number saying he would be glad to help. I called him and he not only answered my question but also put it in writing for me so I could share it with another party who needed to see it. He did not charge me and went above and beyond to be of service. This is someone who I would trust to take care of my taxes and I would gladly give my business to. It is great to find someone who actually cares about helping and being of service.

This was our first time using ARA and what a huge difference from the past reserve study companies…read morewe have used. Eric made the whole process seamless. He helped with board questions and revisions always hitting our deadline requests. ARA will definitely be our "go to" choice for future study needs. A hug thank you to Eric Phillipps!

These guys are just fantastic. I do finance for a living so my expectations were high... Eric…read morePhillipps of ARA exceeded them. He really went above and beyond to make sure the study was as solid as could be and answer our board's many, many questions. He is also incredibly pleasant to work with. Thanks Eric!!

TUMI Tax Service Edwin Martinez and his family members and…read moreassociates will cater all your Tax needs. My family and I are quite pleased with the personalized and professional way that Mr. Martinez handled our case. Everything was in a timely matter. Their preparation team prides themselves on foreseeing each clients' documents with attention to detail, prior to submission to the IRS. This advantage prevents erros and the need for you to submit an amendment. They know time is valuable so they ensure the first submission is done accurately and precisely. We felt comfortable to ask any questions. When it comes to law, it is important to work with a person you know you can trust, a qualified agent. TUMI Tax Service met our expectations. We strongly recommend them. Mr. Martinez was able to negotiate in my name for a major tax reduction. The debt I could not pay, it was substantially lowered to a reasonable  amount. He worked hard and He did not give up until he reached his goal. We know that we will be happy to recommend TUMI Tax Service to our family members and close friends. Mr. Edwin Martinez is an enrolled agent, admitted to practice law before the IRS. With All The Best Wishes I Am, ILiane Topanotti TUMI Tax Service in Marin County 14 Mitchell Blvd Suite B, San Rafael, CA 94903 (415)419-5284 e-mail: jnfo@tumitac.com Mondays through Saturdays 10AM To 6PM - Closed on Sundays

I have used Lipton Tax Service for several years and think they are highly competent and thorough…read more I receive an electronic tax organizer each year so I have plenty of time to get my tax records organized, complete the organizer and submit everything including backup documents electronically all from the comfort of my home. I'm a highly organized and detail oriented person myself so it is a good working relationship and I am confident that my returns are accurate.

Worst tax experience I have ever had. I was shorted over $400 on my return. Your better off using…read moreturbo tax than using this company.