We have been going to Sydney for 2 years and will not return. The first year was great however the second year was full of issues. The 2019 year started with him missing our appointment to assess our State/Fed withholdings so that we didnt owe any money or wont get any money back from the State/Fed. We were able to reschedule our meet with him a week later and he comped the fee because he missed our first appointment. Things quickly took a turn for the worst when his office called to tell us that we would be getting a good amount of money back from the State/Fed. However, two weeks later his office called and said that we owe over $2,000 to the Fed. This was frustrating for multiple reasons: 1) what was the point of our withholding appointment and 2) telling us we would receive money and then telling us we owe over $2,000 is absurd. We had our first tax appointment with Taxes and Books in Downtown and they were half the price and helped correct all the mistakes made by Sydney. read more

We are happy with the work Syd does for us each year and keep going back. We receive a check list a couple of months before our appointment and get all our ducks in order. Everything is smooth and he does a great job for us. read more

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I used Syd Highley for over 27 years. He's most knowledgeable and a trustworthy professional. He is up-to-date on all tax issues and will get back to you in a timely fashion on your tax questions. His office is conveniently located in Elk Grove right across from the Williamson Post Office. The receptionists are always friendly & helpful. And, there is always a warm cookie to take with you. read more

Looking for a knowledgable, friendly CPA? Look no further than Syd Highley, CPA. One of my kudo's for Syd is the way he explains very complicated tax laws into everyday English. Using Sydney Highley bookkeeping and tax services does not cost you it saves you stress, time and money. David L. Woodel, CEO aka "The Insurance Doctor" Woodel Insurance Services Inc. Celebrating 46 years in business read more

Syd and his staff were extremely helpful in getting my taxes filed this year. There was some complexity to my situation but Syd sorted it out for me. I would definitely recommend him! read more

Syd is my guy for life. Great guy and gets my return done fast. Thanks for all the work you do

I've been going to Highly for years and he's always done me right. Recently, though, we hit a snag. The IRS made an error, one that resulted in me getting a bill for over $8,000 in supposedly unpaid taxes. Highly quickly gathered my documents, sent off a letter, and I just received notice that the IRS copped to its error. I no longer have to fear crippling debt due to fictional unpaid taxes. Woo-hoo! In addition, Highly's always been keen on finding me new deductions and practical write-offs for my small business. I've already sent my brother his way and I plan to send others! =) read more

My fiancée and I are new business owners in Elk Grove and scheduled a 10am appointment with Sidney Highley for a business tax consultation. We arrived just prior to our appointment time and were advised by his assistant that he was running a bit late. We could here him in his office having a casual conversation with a client that went on for over 30 min. Now 1/2 an hour after our appointment time, he emerged from his office and proceeded to take a different client into his office. We advised the assistant that we had an appointment and she responded that Sidney double books his clients for the same appointment time and that he would get to us when he had time. We obviously left. It's clear that Sidney values his own time much more so than ours. We own a very successful local business and one thing I know for sure is that you don't get to book 2 clients for the same appointment unless you can magically split yourself into two people. This was a Saturday morning (workday for us) wasted and I guarantee that our time was just as valuable as his. read more

Well...I was referred by my retirement broker a few years ago and I am very glad I was. Syd and his staff are extremely responsive, professional, and kind. Syd is great at what he does and very thorough. I highly recommend using him as your tax consultant. read more

Syd is so incredible professional and accommodating. He helped answer all my silly questions and properly directed me through the chaotic world of personal and business taxes! He helped me save so much and let's you know the most honest and responsible way to go about saving and preparing for tax season. Will continue working with him hear on out! read more

I've had my taxes prepared by Syd for 2 years now. He makes you feel comfortable & offers very good advice. His office is clean & professional with a flair of worldly decor. I am happy to have found a CPA I can trust. Thank you Syd! read more

Syd has been doing my personal taxes for many years and I've always been happy with the results. I recently opened a business and he has walked me through all the do's and don't patiently and clearly, navigating me through the world of corporate taxes. Syd is professional and comfortable to work with. I've referred friends to him and once I do, they stick with him. It's a blessing to have such an excellent CPA! read more

Blown away with the customer service and speed in which Mr. Highley and his staff provided and helped solved our problem. We received a notice in regards to a prior years tax return and I had procrastinated in responding and the deadline was only days away. I contacted Highley's office and he was able to see me the same day. He advised me what could be done and after expecting the problem to take weeks to rectify, I was contacted only 2 days later that everything was done, just in time for the deadline to be met!! Everything was perfect and ready to mailed enveloped included. I can't say enough good things about them. I will definitely go back to Mr. Highley and recommended everyone else to do the same for any tax or accounting issues! read more

I have been with Sydney for 15 years. I have gone through job transitions, purchasing and running small businesses, multiple house purchases a bunch of large finical life decisions. Sydney has not only helped walk me through the tax and financial implications of all those but he has been an invaluable resource that I can rely on! Tax season can be stressful but Sydney takes the guess work out of the entire process with the system he uses. I would recommend his CPA practice to anyone! Stop now and look no further!! read more

New to the area and reached out to a few different accountants for advice. We decided to go with Mr. Highley's office and were thoroughly pleased throughout the entire process. Extremely helpful, thorough, easy to understand, professional and equally important to most of us, he was able to save us a considerable amount. Also, we have a business plan in place and we would like to say, Thank you Mr. Highley, our family looks forward to utilizing your services in the near future. Highly recommend! read more