I found B&A after an exhaustive Yelp search and speaking to a few tax preparers on the phone. Of…read moreall the ones I spoke with, B&A seemed the most "with it." I worked directly with David, who was all business and answered every question I had. David's a bit old school (likes to work with paper, which is fine) so just make sure you connect with the office's admins if you want to send your documents electronically in advance of your in-person meeting with your tax preparer. Note: In prior years I used Turbo Tax, but as my taxes have gotten more complicated over the years, I had less confidence that I was doing them correctly via TT, so I felt a lot better working with a real person at B&A. If you're willing to pay a few hundred bucks to have your taxes done right, B&A is the way to go in the Arlington/Alexandria area.

I was forced to do business with Mitch because my brother did and he died. I needed to recreate my…read morebrother's life and ask for help from people who had managed his affairs in life. ALL the people I called helped me with kindness and sympathy. Enter Mitch Brandt. Not kind not sympathetic. I will never forget the day he said abruptly ... what did your brother do? Sorry to bother you Mitch! I paid him over $1000 to prepare my brothers 2023 taxes and the IRS still hasn't processed them. Mitch won't return my emails. All I can say is DO NOT do business with this man. He is unkind, unprofessional, and expensive. Virginia you can do better.

Just had Kynd Accounting complete my taxes and they are amazing. They caught and corrected many…read moremistakes made by the previous firm I was using and found appropriate deductions I could take. The rates are more than reasonable with the amount of attentiveness given to my books. Will continue to work with them!

I have been using MillerMusmar for over a year now as an outsourcing accounting and CPA service…read moreprovider for my company (it was recommended to us by our previous on-staff accountant who had quit amidst the mounting pressure and heavy scrutiny). My main objective in using MillerMusmar was to demonstrate to the government customer that my company (besides being an innovator in artificial intelligence) has a sound accounting practices and proper procedures above and beyond of what was required to work with the DOD and to get us a Phase II contract (after several Phase I contracts) for developing the next-generation AI system. In general, these things could get very tricky (especially amidst the constantly changing government requirements and regulation). And we also had to do it while under heavy scrutiny from some government agents trying hard to stop small businesses from being able to compete. The long story short -- we have successfully fulfilled this goal and are now on a contract and in business. I am thus happy with the services provided.

I've been working with Miller Musmar, CPAs for some time now, and I wanted to share my experience…read morefor anyone looking for accounting services in the area. From the beginning, the team at Miller Musmar has been professional and attentive. When I first reached out, I was dealing with some complicated tax issues that I'd been putting off, and I wasn't sure how to tackle them. They took the time to understand my situation thoroughly and explained everything in terms I could actually understand, which immediately put me at ease. What stands out most about working with Miller Musmar is their communication. I'm always kept informed about what's happening with my accounts and tax filings. They respond to emails and phone calls promptly, and they make sure I understand deadlines and what's needed from me well in advance. There's never any confusion about where things stand or what the next steps are. That level of clarity has been invaluable, especially during tax season when things can get hectic. The transparency they provide has also been impressive. They're upfront about costs from the start, so there are no surprise fees or unexpected charges down the line. They explain their billing clearly and I always feel like I'm getting fair value for the services provided. They've also been proactive about finding deductions and strategies that have saved me money, which shows they're genuinely looking out for my best interests rather than just processing paperwork. Their approach is efficient and thorough. They don't drag things out unnecessarily, but they also don't rush through important details. Everything gets done in a reasonable timeframe, and I've never felt like my work was being delayed or that the process was being stretched out for billing purposes. They're organized, detail-oriented, and they catch things that I would have missed on my own. What I appreciate most is that they take a collaborative approach. When decisions need to be made, they present options clearly and help me understand the implications of each choice. They never make me feel like I'm asking stupid questions, and they're patient in explaining complex tax matters. I feel like I'm part of the process rather than being kept in the dark. The team has also been flexible and accommodating when unexpected situations come up. Whether it's a last-minute question or a change in my financial situation, they've always been responsive and helpful in figuring out the best path forward. Working with Miller Musmar has made tax season and financial planning far less stressful than it used to be. Having someone I can trust to handle these important matters with competence and integrity gives me real peace of mind. If you're looking for a CPA firm that communicates well, operates with transparency, and genuinely works to help you navigate your financial responsibilities, I'd definitely recommend Miller Musmar, CPAs.

Me and my wife have been going to RTS tax pro for 3 years now. Never had a bad experience , Sayek…read moreprovides a thorough look at your taxes , and is very knowledgeable.

I would have rated you lower than a star if I could have. My…read moreexperience with this accounting office was extremely disappointing and frustrating. First, they charged me $250 for a basic filing service that most other professionals offer for around $100. Unfortunately, the inflated price did not come with better service -- quite the opposite. The office itself is filthy and poorly maintained, which should have been a red flag. The accountant simply gave me advice to handle my case with the Tax dept. that created serious issues for me and then completely disappeared. I tried to contact him more than 10 times over the course of 17 days with no response. My emails and messages were ignored until the deadline to submit my documents had already passed. Only after the deadline did the secretary message me saying I should solve my problems on my own -- because the accountant is on vacation. When I voiced my frustration about the lack of response, the secretary actually hung up on me. They were okay only until I made the payment -- after that, they acted like I no longer mattered. "the photo attached explains a lot." The accountant also carries himself with an arrogant, dismissive attitude -- as if he's doing clients a favor just by responding. I rarely leave negative reviews, but this level of unprofessionalism, neglect, and disrespect deserves to be called out. I would not recommend this office to anyone.

This was a very disappointing experience. Mike and his team were recommended by our financial…read moreconsultant and were highly regarded. But the whole experience was unprofessional and ultimately unhelpful when it came to doing our actual taxes. First, I didn't hear anything from them for a couple of weeks after our initial meeting. It required me following up to get an update. And then I had specifically asked for a heads up on whether we were likely to owe any taxes, since we were self-employed the past year and unclear whether we were paying sufficient estimated taxes. In the end, I got a response a couple of days before taxes were due to be filed with a report that we $12K in taxes. There was a potential to open an IRA to lowering our tax liability but with no guidance on how to do that and only 2 days to spare we just paid the bill. I would not recommend working with these folks. They seem like nice enough people but were either overwhelmed this tax season or understaffed. Either way, that exactly what you count on a tax account to be prepared for and they clearly failed.

Look no further. And don't waste your time with anyone else. I am usually not so forward in my…read morerecommendations, but this one deserves it. I searched for YEARS to find that needle-in-a-haystack relationship--- an expert who has in depth expertise of all the ins & outs of local & federal tax code, as well as has a personal touch & is always looking out for each client's best interest. It's now been years & his service level just keeps getting better & better. He is insanely responsive, knowledgable & cares deeply about every client. You feel that the moment you meet him. Mike is a machine. If you want someone who will proactively make suggestions & is an invaluable resource, then Finesse is absolutely who you need to use.

I am just retiring and had two years back taxes to file and a third (2019) was late when we met…read morewith Eric. Bottom line, we couldn't be more pleased! He turned all three years around in a couple of weeks and I am heading into retirement with my taxes current! (Maybe an odd thing to be happy about, but IRS and I have a checkered past). With my previous accountant I always felt we were at the bottom of her list of "more important" clients and usually took months to do our return. With Eric we felt like the "more important" client. Thank you Eric! We would highly recommend Johnson & Associates and intend to be a regular client. - Bob Saunders

I just called to this firm and was very disappointed. The person immediately warned that simple…read moreindividual tax return would start from $750 and it's not guaranteed. Just for potential new clients be aware of their "excellent" reviews. When I asked where he got that price his respond was they were the best and all other CPA firms around were piece of trash. It's a SCAM!!!

Very disappointed with the service. The accountant was extremely rude and unprofessional throughout…read morethe entire interaction. We had a scheduled appointment, yet we were left waiting outside on the street for 40 minutes with no explanation or apology. It's completely disrespectful to clients' time. Good customer service starts with basic courtesy and respect, and unfortunately, that was completely missing here. I would not recommend this tax accountant to anyone looking for professionalism, punctuality, or respectful treatment.

We have used them for years. They are always responsive, professional and efficient. Throughout…read morethe year, long after filing a return, they are always available to help with questions. We are very confident that when they complete our tax return, it is done accurately and in total compliance with the law.

Update 2/13: A partner at Capitol CPA reached out to me to apologize for the situation and explain…read morewhat happened. I was more than satisfied with their explanation and eagerness to earn my business and trust. I've taken them up on the offer to work with them so have updated the review initially and provide a final review once completed. ______________________________ Let me say the reason I reached out to Capitol CPA is because of their excellent reviews and they were my first pick. However, it's difficult to go with a company or trust them with your taxes when they can't even respond to you in a timely manner or at all. Let me detail my experience below: December 16, 2019: Send an inquiry through their website asking about availability for new clients. Receive a response from Steven that they're currently evaluating their capacity and will get back to me in a week. I respond immediately asking if I should follow up in a week or if they'll let me know? *CRICKETS* December 26, 2019: Ask for an update. Hear nothing, follow up with an inquiry through their website December 31, 2019: Receive a response from Steven apologizing for letting this slip through the cracks. They have room for new clients and ask for information. I respond an hour later with the information. *CRICKETS* January 19, 2019: Another follow up. Ask for an update. *CRICKETS* January 31, 2019: I give up. I reached out to three other companies and they immediately responded, asked for my tax information which I provided, and... immediately responded. So thank you Capitol CPA for wasting my time.

Please do not reach out to or count on this firm. We worked with Steven for two years without…read moreincident - I wouldn't say he did a great job or was particularly communicative but our taxes always got filed and we aren't aware of errors. However this past year he dodged my emails/phone calls, my husband's emails/phone calls, and my elderly mother's emails/phone calls (we all file separately). He once picked up the phone and then pretended to be someone else when he realized I was calling for an update on my taxes. He lied to us about filing for an extension and took forms from my mother that he never returned. Ultimately he stopped replying entirely and we had to look for a new accountant, several months after the filing deadline. I just got a notice that I owe several thousand dollars in late filing fees because it turns out he also lied about getting an extension. I don't know what is going on and while I wish Steven no ill will, please do not work with this firm or him. I don't want this to happen to anyone else.