I happened upon Ms. Goodspeed after hearing an ad or mention of her on 88.7 KAZI about 5 years ago. My taxes were particularly complicated that year, and I needed a CPA. She did my taxes professionally, sending the return and, if I remember, additional important documents -- all nicely bound and looking pretty! I liked her a lot when we met: She was kind, polite, mild-mannered, and had a brain under that lid that indicates years of hard work. She also met face-to-face with me and did not farm me out to another professional in the office when I came in looking for *the* Ms. Deonette Goodspeed, CPA!
Most above and beyond, however, was this experience: I am a counselor and was opening a private practice, so went to Ms. Goodspeed to seek her advice. She sat and spoke with me for a solid hour, telling me all the ins and outs of what I needed to do and why. After that hour, I asked what I owed and she said, "Oh, nothing." I am not saying this lovely woman/sharp CPA works for free, but that day she extended exceeding grace to me. It was as if she just wanted to help. She saw someone with a dream and was offering her expertise as a gift, the kind that keeps goodness rolling through our world.
Thank you, Ms. Goodspeed. I have never forgotten how you helped me. And I have referred your name to everyone I know needing tax help. I tell them they won't find a better accountant in town.
-KP read more