I've been using Viet Tax Services for my filings two years in a row, and they've always handled…read moreeverything promptly and efficiently. I particularly appreciate the pre-filing questionnaire-which helps make gathering documents and preparation a breeze. The Tax Dome App is incredibly convenient for uploading files on the go. Viet and Clare stands out for their excellent communication, meticulous organization and deep expertise. I'm thrilled I discovered them on Yelp and definitely will be hearing from us next year! Best, Ngoc and Jose

I wanted to edit this review, because it made me sound like I reviewed while mad/upset…read more I have been working with this company for 5+ years, & I used to file single. Once I was married & we had complicated things to add, we made sure to go to Viet. I used to get to make an appointment with him in person & he answered any & all of my questions, before I filed. But sadly COVID hit & things changed to online. My husband & I have changed careers several times since 2022, & we had a baby, so there are several things to add into your taxes. This year, we spent over $15k in medical expenses, had our first child, & hoped we would get some kind of a tax refund. But unfortunately that didn't happen. When I asked about adding money to our IRAs, or why we didn't get to file itemized, or how else we can reduce our tax bracket, we were told it was a "paid question that required a paid appointment". Anyway, I think you can get your own taxes done for free or less than you're charged by this guy. He can't help you with basic questions without requiring money so... stay aware & ask questions!

On my first visit there I met Anna Santa Maria who is the owner and she is fantastic. Very…read moreprofessional put together and has great presence. To go to the office you have to go through the Alpine pastry door, sign, and ascend to the second floor and go to your left where her receptionist will check you in and then take you over to see her. Most likely going to use her for my taxes and to help with tax advice.

Ana has been taking care of my family for years! She is amazing at what she does and we cannot…read morerecommend her enough!

Had some back taxes to do a while ago and Will took care of it quick and easy…read more This year it was a quick extension while I was working to get all my forms in. I like how I'm able to scan and email (or in my case share a OneDrive folder) of the collected forms and W2s and he can take it from there. Invoicing is clear and straight forward with itemization, a bit more expensive than the HR Block I used to use but a lot more convenient and helpful from my viewpoint. You get what you pay for as the saying goes. Always fun and friendly to talk to and he helps to lay things out clearly and offers some great advice.

Gamarra Tax Services was an amazing help and support during a tax crisis. He gave us guidance…read morealong with a wealth of knowledge to help us through the process. We always felt supported because of his attention to detail, problem solving, and explaining everything throughout each step. An added bonus is his calming effect! I highly recommend using Gamarra Tax Services and would definitely return.

I can't say enough good things about John Mao at Argus CPA. When our CPA unexpectedly retired and…read moreour corporate return was due on March 15, John came to the rescue. He was calm, detail-oriented, and genuinely caring about getting it right. He turned a stressful moment into a relief. I wish I could give him more than five stars!

John, you are just amazing! Our business has income tax…read moreissues and John helped us resolve them. Not only is he very knowledgeable (and you can tell from others who cannot answer your questions; they just keep on talking.), he is very kind, considerate of what our challenges are. (again; others including our recent tax attorney just reciting the tax laws that do not even apply to our conditions.) He listens, focuses on the issues, and able to answer the tax questions we have. Terrific!

Taxden has helped me SO much with my taxes! They've helped me get the most out of each paycheck…read moreexplaining dollar amounts that I should withhold so that I don't have to owe every year. I've tried other places, and they mess up my taxes so bad! I just wanted to break even, and they helped again this year. Taxden is professional & thorough, they take the time to go over numbers halfway through the year to make sure everything looks good. I'm forever thankful to them. If any of you need a reasonably priced tax place, I highly recommend them! I was not asked to write this review, I've just been through a nightmare of several years being on payment plans for taxes that I owed because I didn't have the right help & advice. I've been in a much better place since going to them a few years ago.

Fahim and his team work so hard to help protect everyone they represent. I no longer fear an audit…read more I have full support with TaxDen

Gary is extremely knowledgeable and stays up to date in his education which is extremely important…read moreto me. He listened and provided answers to immediate concerns and met all expectations (and then some!). Highly recommend Gary to anyone who is looking for an expert in the finance/tax planning field.

I had a 15-minute introductory consultation with Gary, and I cannot recommend him enough. As a…read morefirst-time small business owner, I was completely overwhelmed by the whole sole proprietorship transition. Gary was incredibly patient, helping me navigate my confusion regarding 'cash basis' accounting and clarifying why my specific contracted work resulted in a W-2 rather than a 1099. ​What impressed me most was his honesty; he explained that my current tax situation is simple enough to handle via software and encouraged me to save money by filing myself this year. He even provided AI-generated notes from our call so I could stay present in the conversation instead of scribbling notes. If you want a CPA who is knowledgeable, tech-savvy, and has high integrity, Gary is your guy

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.

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!

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.