Very good experience as always very personable and knowledgeable. I usually schedule an appointment…read moreahead of time, but today I happened to be in the area and decided to get it over with. They took me as a walk in, and didn't have wait too long. I highly recommend them.

Trustworthy, professional and very thorough with keeping necessary documents organized. They are…read moreaffordable too!

Top notch group! Very knowledgeable and efficient! Have been using Seaside Resources for three…read moreyears now and would highly recommend their services.

For several years now I've had the good fortune of having Rod as my tax preparer and advisor for…read moreboth personal and work he's by far been the best tax preparer and advisor I've ever worked with he also does my parents taxes and his level of empathy and understanding caring for his clients far exceed what anybody would or could expect!

I've been with Taxes by the Sea for almost 3 years now. I wish I would have found them earlier…read more If you want honest, informative, and timely work...stop right here. I can't put in to words how much easier my life is now that I have someone to walk me though all of my tax and business related questions. You won't be disappointed, promise.

I couldn't recommend Taxes by the Sea or Kendall more! Kendall has done my taxes for the past few…read moreyears and also does bookkeeping for my dad's real estate & lending business. Kendall is friendly, extremely knowledgeable, and quick to reply to any questions that arise during your tax process. My taxes get confusing with multi-state, W2, 1099, etc. and Kendall always knows how to handle them and makes it a truly seamless process. Not only does she do an amazingly quick job in tax filings for the current year, she has provided me with tips and tricks to ensure that next year's taxes are even easier. I highly recommend using Kendall!!

Mitchell was an absolute lifesaver this tax season. As a working actor, my taxes can get…read morecomplicated quickly with a mix of W-2s and 1099s across different industries and even different states. Mitchell navigated all of it with ease and helped me understand the process while making sure I saved as much as possible. He was incredibly patient, kind, and generous with his time, answering all of my questions and walking me through things in a way that actually made sense. It never felt rushed or transactional. He really took the time to work with me and make sure everything was done right. If you're a freelancer, artist, or anyone with a more complex tax situation, I can't recommend Mitchell highly enough. He made something that usually feels stressful and overwhelming feel manageable and even reassuring.

He's knows it all an very professional and swift with the questions and concerns as well as the…read moreformal documentation and correspondence. Highly recommend

I reached out to this firm via email regarding tax planning for two foreign rental properties I…read moreown, as well as a fairly sizeable investment portfolio. I got a call back from one of the principals Natalia. The conversation was brusque and short- I felt as if I was being screened for whether I was worth their time or not. I was told I would get an email with more information and that I could schedule a consultation, which I was actually interested in doing. After the call I emailed her again with 2 brief follow up questions. Its been a few days now and I never received any further response. I realize that with April 15th looming they are likely very busy- apparently so much so that they don't really care about future business, or the basic courtesy of replying to a prospect even if they feel they aren't a good fit. **Response to the owner's reply** Natalia, You are conflating a request for 'free advice' with a standard inquiry into your service scope. Asking whether a firm provides quarterly MAGI forecasting and estimated payment vouchers is not seeking case-specific guidance; it is vetting a firm's technical capabilities before committing to a paid engagement. As I *specifically* stated in my follow-up email--which went unacknowledged--I was potentially ready to schedule a consultation once your firm confirmed it actually provided the planning-led services I require. I fully realize that professional tax advice is not free. However, to clarify the facts (and contrary to your statement), the topic of fees never once arose because your intake process failed at the most basic level: professional follow-through. If these services were 'out of scope,' a simple confirmation would have provided closure. Instead, you chose radio silence based on a two-minute pre-judgment. I have moved on to a firm that is transparent about their deliverables and understands that vetting a firm is part of the business, not a 'request for free work'.

Found this place on Yelp and called after reading positive reviews. I called at 7am and was asked…read moreimmediately why I was calling her at 7am when she 'opens' at 10am...? Okay? Ummm, I didn't know this was a 'personal line' or why I would be asked immediately why I was calling for tax services at 7am on a Friday....Weird. Moving on, I attempted to briefly explain my employment income and that I was a homeowner. After informing her I was a homeowner, which based on my voice, she could tell I am female...she said she could help me and 'my husband'. Uh, lady, it's 2022! Get with the times! I ain't got no husband...I'm single, thank you very much. And surprise, surprise, as a 'working woman', I need to also file my taxes... I promptly informed her that maybe she shouldn't list her personal (?) line on Yelp, as it's listed for her BUSINESS and hung up... Maybe don't answer your business line if you are not 'at work' or ready and willing to accept a new client that would have been a consistent yearly payment for the next 25 years... Oh gasp! I'm under 40 too!...with no husband!? What ever will I do?! Thanks, but no thanks! Fail.

Best customer service! Filing my taxes was fast, easy, and stress-free. Joana was amazing and made…read morethe whole process so smooth. Highly recommend!

Let me paint you a picture. It's tax season. You've got a folder (okay, maybe a plastic bag) full…read moreof random receipts, W2s, 1099s, and a whole bunch of questions you've been too afraid to Google. Enter: **Aguilara's Bookkeeping**--a beacon of hope in the stormy seas of adulting. I've been coming here for a while now, and I usually go to Sandra. Sandra is a *queen*--seriously, I'd trust her to handle not just my taxes but probably a small nation's GDP if it came down to it. She's calm, sharp, patient, and somehow makes you feel like everything's going to be okay... even when you forgot to bring that one form you swore you printed last night. But today, I ended up sitting down with **Benji**, and wow--what a pleasant surprise. The man is a bookkeeping wizard. He took one look at my chaotic stack of papers and didn't even flinch. Cool as ice. You can tell this team really knows their stuff--not just in terms of numbers, but in dealing with all types of people and situations without judgment. Like, it's almost suspicious how good they are. Do they teach Jedi mind-calming tricks in bookkeeping school now? What really makes Aguilara's stand out is the energy in the place. It's welcoming, no-nonsense, but still friendly. It's like going to a friend's house, if your friend was a tax expert who had the magical ability to make your financial life feel less terrifying. The whole process was smooth, efficient, and dare I say... *enjoyable*? I know that sounds crazy, but somehow I left in a better mood than when I arrived--and this was a TAX appointment. Also, let's be real--trust is everything when it comes to stuff like this. And I trust Sandra, Benji, and the whole Aguilara crew completely. They're fast, they're honest, they don't make you feel dumb, and they know exactly what they're doing. It's rare to find a place where you feel both professionally taken care of *and* personally respected, but that's exactly what you get here. So if you're tired of stressing about taxes or dreading your next bookkeeping visit--don't. Just come to Aguilara's. They're pros, they're kind, and they might just make you believe that taxes aren't the worst thing in the world.

Based on Brandon's posted reviews, we contacted him to complete our 2025 Federal and State Income…read moreTaxes. We met at his modest Carlsbad office and reviewed our current and previous tax documents setting the stage for him to work on this year's returns. Brandon was able to complete them in a very timely manner working diligently to insure all deductions and credits we were eligible for were addressed. We are so very thankful in finding Brandon and look forward to many years going forward having him prepare our tax returns.

Brandon is great! He is very detailed orientated and honestly does all he can to be sure your taxes…read moreare correct. We do our business and personal taxes with him. I highly recommend.

There are numerous companies that perform this type of work but Wisegarver certainly has the system…read moredown. Since this is a service that you can actually perform yourself (you don't need to be an attorney) the only question you need to ask yourself is: "what is my time worth?" One way to lower your property tax is to show that your home is worth less than its assessed value. You can do the initial research online in just a few minutes or ... you can hire Noel Wisegarver to do it for you. You will pay them 50 cents of every dollar they are able to save you on your tax bill, so its "found money" for you, and found money for them, as they are "almost guaranteed" to get a tax reduction due to their knowledge of the process, and persistence in filing appeals. The reason none of these companies charge an upfront fee is because it is unknown exactly how much the tax reduction will be. With this type of percentage fee structure, "pay us only if we are successful" a revolving door of repeat customers is created year after year from those willing to give it a try, with no upfront obligation. But make no mistake, the obligation will come, perhaps even a year later. I did do research of similar companies that charge less for the same service (30 cents of each dollar they save you), but my experience has thus far been with Wisegarver & Associates and it has been favorable. One note I may add, if you have any questions about their service, comments or complaints, you should ask to speak directly and only to Mr. Wisegarver himself. You will find him to be a reasonable and understanding man who cares about his business.

We received the notice from the OC Tax Collector that our property tax was reduced! Wisegarver &…read moreAssociates were so easy to work with. Sure, maybe you can personally file an appeal for a lower amount, but doing the research and going in front of the appeal board isn't worth the extra hassle. Maybe when I have more time. Anyhow, thanks again Denise and the WA team!