We been working with our Accountant, Ara, for the past few years, and I can confidently say it's…read morebeen one of the best professional relationships I've had. Ara is not just an accountant--he's a true advisor. He helped us set up our LLC properly through the California Secretary of State, guided us through estimated tax payments, and introduced us to tax strategies we didn't even know were available. What really stands out is his proactive approach. He doesn't just prepare returns--he thinks ahead, plans strategically, and makes sure you understand what's going on every step of the way. If you're looking for someone knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely invested in helping you succeed, I highly recommend Ara and his company.

Ara Kiledjian is not a CPA ! He is a tax preparer, and a bad one at that. He did my taxes for 2…read moreyears. Charged me $10,000. He made mistakes that still(3 years after) I am trying to fix, and most of the things he was supposed to do he just did not do. He made promises to make it right, pay the fines, straighten his mistakes, and complete all the things he was supposed to do. Nothing happened, he is a complete scam. Do not give him your personal information He is dishonest and a very bad tax preparer. Do not use !

I was with this firm for years. How it ended is why I'm writing this…read more My LLC's 2024 California return had errors in the ownership percentages that threw off the PTE tax allocation. I found them, not him. I asked him to fix it, he amended the return, and then never sent me a copy of it. So the only 2024 return I ever had in hand showed an overpayment of about $3,600. The actual corrected number was about $1,400. When I brought on a new accountant, I gave him the outdated one, because it was the only one that existed as far as I knew. That wrong credit carried into the next year and I got a state notice for roughly $2,500 plus penalties and interest, all because of Sam's mistake. That's fine. People make mistakes. I raised the issue with Sam on June 6. To his credit he owned it at first. June 18 he wrote that he wasn't going to pass the blame and that he'd get the notices and cover the penalties and interest "as I always do for other clients." Then again on July 1: "I am willing to work for the notice to reduce the penalty. I will take the responsibility for that." Then he went quiet for a month. Emails ignored. Two messages left with his office, never returned once. Nothing filed. Penalties running on MY account the entire time. August 5 he finally wrote back, and only because I'd given him a deadline. Not to file anything. But instead to demand more money. He said: "I told you that the open invoice should be paid first. It is very clear. That is my condition." He would not file the abatement unless I first paid him $1,010. That invoice is its own story. He billed me for the 2024 tax return when it was originally completed, I paid it in full the day it came in. Months later he told me the number was wrong and said i need to pay more, on the same return work that had to get amended for his errors. I said no then and we both closed it. He dug it back up 17 months later to get out of something he'd already committed to twice in writing. I ended up filing with the FTB myself. So here's where I landed after years of paying this firm - Sam cares more about collecting every dollar he can than about doing the work or keeping his word. A few hundred dollars of his own mistake wasn't worth an hour of his time. $1,010 was worth two months of mine and lies. Get yourself an honest CPA with integrity. Sam, unfortunately, has shown that he is not that.

Sam has become a very trusted accountant and friend. He and his staff are fantastic! We have…read morerecommended many friends and most of our family to MYBL!

Sunset on Lyons exceeded my expectations from start to finish. Their staff went above and beyond to…read moremake sure all of my questions and concerns were fully addressed. Everyone I interacted with was kind, approachable, and clearly very knowledgeable in their field. They made the entire tax process feel easy, organized, and far less stressful than I anticipated. The office is also absolutely gorgeous and has a peaceful, comfortable vibe. I'll definitely be returning and would recommend them to anyone looking for quality service.

Such an easy experience! We loved being able to book online. Monica was efficient, friendly, and…read moremade everything clear and easy!

This is my 2nd year using Oaks Tax & Accounting and I couldn't be more happy about the service that…read moreAdam and his team provide. They do NOT simply input numbers into a software system. They are partners that have helped guide my business and real estate transactions by taking a preemptive approach to tax strategy. I have utilized 4 different CPA's and accounting firms in the last 6 years and have interviewed countless others. I highly recommended Adam and Oaks Tax & Accounting.

Super disappointing. These accountants are incompetent. They can't even read the instructions that…read moreline 16 total liability must equal line 12. It's a good thing I can read instructions and double checked before sending in. Do not recommend!

I was looking for a new tax place and was recommended " Prep Tax Smart" by a friend. From the…read moremoment I met Kate, I was very impressed how professional, knowledgeable and personal she was, and what an amazing service I got! I will recommend this place for everyone with accounting needs.

I had a great experience with Kate, a very personable service. She's a true professional and has a…read morelot of knowledge in this space. Will definitely be using her again!

Sylvia has done my taxes for approximately 11 plus years. She is fabulous and knowledgeable of all…read more the new tax laws. She works to get me the best return possible each year.

Sylvia is wonderful. I've been going to her for the last 3 or 4 years and she is very knowledgeable…read moreand helpful. She takes her time with you and is very personable. Highly recommended! She is fantastic!

Jeff was very friendly, responsive and knowledgeable about taxes for my small business (S-corp)…read more Prices were reasonable and turnaround time was good. Highly recommend!

Jeff is professional and efficient. He makes it easy for us to do our taxes every year and he is…read morevery thorough and knowledgeable. Pricing is reasonable and I know we will be long time customers. Definitely recommend!

They say the response time is 10 mins and the response rate is 100%…read more So, this is actually VERY true. Shawn was very professional handling my taxes, my many questions and responding to my inquiries. SMC provided me with a service that is worth every penny and even more! I really recommend Shawn as your accountant, you will be amazed of the professionalism, the service, the quick responses, the value and the client handling.

From the owner: Welcome to SMC Taxes and Accounting INC, where we provide top-notch accounting and tax solutions…read moretailored to meet your unique needs. At SMC Taxes & Accounting INC, we believe that every client deserves personalized attention and a tailored approach to their tax and accounting needs. We take the time to understand each client's unique situation and provide customized solutions that meet their specific needs. With over 10 years of industry expertise, we have successfully assisted countless small and medium-sized businesses to thrive financially. Our mission is to be your trusted partner in financial success. We understand the challenges faced by businesses today, and we are committed to providing you with personalized and effective solutions. Our team is passionate about helping you navigate the complex world of finance and taxation with ease.

I am a fairly new client of Mr. Fender, but I finally found someone I could trust and his advice is…read moreon spot. So happy to have him on my side. There's no way anyone could be unhappy with him.

Not always looking forward to tax time, but David is always there to help us through our tax…read moreseason. With his experience and service it is worth every penny.