I chose to transfer my accounting & tax filing needs to Adamczyk & France because my previous…read moreaccountant (of 30+ yrs.) retired and transferred his clients to another firm far too distant for any face to face discussions, which I felt were essential to a continually successful business relationship. Their firm was close to home and I could meet with them whenever necessary. Going on a second year of accounting for my business and tax preparations I'm glad to say they are concise and thorough and exactly the type of accountant I needed. Thank You for the continually good service.

ADAMCZYK AND FRANCE CPA (A&F) sent my tax return to a wrong person. Twice!…read more Here is how it happened the first time: I have asked them to email my tax return (I can hardly think of anyone who does not have an electronic copy of their tax return nowadays). So, I emailed them with the request, and they said they would do it. I specifically established the email communication because I wanted to make sure they have my correct email address. Somehow, instead of simply replying to my email, they typed it anew (and probably ignored the pre-filled pop-up their email agent or browser gave them), made a typo in the email address, and sent it to a wrong person. The email did not bounce because the email they used was an actual email address (with a live person reading it probably). The PDF file did not have a password (they did not protect it in any way), and anyone could read it. I was pretty upset about it, and expressed this to A&F. I expected that they would not charge for that return, but they did. I wanted to be a nice person and paid their bill. Moreover, I remained their customer, hoping such mistakes will not repeat in the future; A&F agreed that they would put the PDF of my return on a flash drive that I would mail to them with my documents. One would expect this is a pretty low-risk scenario and not such mistake should happen again, except they managed to send it to the wrong person again. How could it happen? Here is how it happened the second time. I have moved to another state (California) at the end of last year and mailed all my documents from my new home. I told them explicitly that I was in California. Before my final move to CA, I was using a temporary address (in Florida), and my W2's were sent there. However, nowhere in my communication have I asked them to send my documents to Florida. The next thing I know: my Florida relative told me that my tax documents were sent to FL. A&F mailed the return to that temporary address, not my current. California address. Because I have never instructed them to mail my return to FL, I have no idea what was guiding their decision. And, they already cashed my check for doing yet another poor job. Needless to say, I am no longer their client. I am highly concerned with the quality of services of this company. Information security is as important as the accuracy of the reports they prepare. I know that they submit the tax reports electronically; therefore they must have PDF copies of all returns (and hence their inability to provide them in a secure way is puzzling to me). If they keep PDF's on their computers, what is the guarantee that they will not compromise them with other customers? Clearly, the security of information is not on the top of their priority: in electronic communications or in those via snail mail. They may be competent in tax return preparation, and they may be cheap, but do you want to risk the security of your information by going with them?

My wife and I have used them for years, great prices, exceptional knowledge, and they don't nickel…read moreand dime you to death. They go out of their way to help you also.

I preface my review by saying I'm sure Lafata is the cat's meow when it comes to helping folks file…read moretaxes and get whatever refunds are coming to them (or minimize what's owed). My particular review is for another matter that I was requested to get advise from a tax specialist. Now that the "fun" part is done with the purchase of D and I's new home, part of my new fun is selling my existing home. To do so there are various fixes that need to be done to make it market ready. I don't have a lot of extra cash but hoped to sell some shares from a Roth I've been contributing to for well over a decade to help pay some of those costs. My mutual fund company is being extra cautious in selling the shares I requested. In a nutshell I can take back money I've contributed (assuming I've contributed for at least 5 years) but not money that was earned. On that end they sent me a list of all my transactions over the decade or so that I've contributed and suggested I talk to a tax specialist and seek their opinion as far as what I can sell. That's where Lafata comes in. I figured I would likely need a tax service in 2017 to help me file both a non-resident Illinois tax form (since for the time being I will continue to work at my company in IL) and a part-year resident Indiana tax form, so why not try to establish a relationship with a specialist now. I called them on the 12th and the receptionist was polite and transferred me to a tax specialist. But the tax specialist was confused on what and why I needed their help. I explained the best I could and finally he asked for my phone number and said he would call back later in the evening since he was currently busy with other customers. That's totally understandable since it is "tax season" now. But as of the 18th no call. The least he could've done was schedule an appointment for me to come over so I could show and explain my situation more clearly. I contacted another tax service and they were just as confused by my request but they did schedule a time for me to stop by and present my information. I have doubts about the other service as well but will reserve judgment for after my appointment.

Do not use these people!!!!! I called and asked just for a quote and was told around 225 for my tax…read morepreparation, just a simple long form not too many deductions. I was charged more than double the quote!! I was in the office for maybe 45 minutes, the only thing was I didn't have a certain dollar amount and had to get it from the bank, which I called and told em the next day but obviously the time clock did not stop!! These guys are crooks!!!

Wainscott Accounting has been taking care of my tax needs since 1980. They are a very thorough and…read moreprofessional group. I have referred them to many. I know that when my taxes are prepared by them, that it is done correctly. I feel at ease knowing they have my back. They have done my personal and business taxes. Great group and worth the money spent!

This Accounting firm is the most professional and personable that I have used in conduction of…read morepersonal financial affaires.

Arley is truly wonderful at what she does. She's very caring, understanding, and genuinely takes…read morethe time to make sure her customers feel taken care of. You can tell she really cares about the people she works with and treats her customers like family. If you're looking for an agent who actually cares about you and not just the business, I would definitely recommend Arley!

I am writing this to warn the public about ARLEY BLAIR especially elderly consumers, about the…read moredangerous and predatory behavior of an agent at this office. We have been forced to hire an attorney and file a formal restraining order against her today due to her unhinged, illegal actions .Our experience includes: Fraudulent Billing & Discrepancies: She claimed our policy was canceled on July 31st, yet we were still billed for two premium payments on the 3rd and 11th.False Claims Denial: She falsely denied a legitimate claim and has repeatedly lied about a non-existent claim in May, despite our policy being fully active. She is acting well outside her licensing, which is strictly for a sales agent, not a claims adjuster. Severe Elder Harassment: She has repeatedly harassed, called, and terrified my 71-year-old mother, who is a two-time stroke survivor, claiming she visited our property in May. Our security cameras prove she was never there. Weaponizing Law Enforcement: After explicitly instructing her in writing to cease all contact and communicate only through our attorney, she deliberately ignored the request. Instead, she weaponized the Hobart Police Department to perform a fraudulent "welfare check" on us to continue her harassment.This individual is a liability, cannot produce required legal disclosures, and is actively targeting a vulnerable senior citizen. If you have elderly parents, keep them far away from this agent. Corporate compliance, the state insurance commissioner, and law enforcement have been notified. THIS WOMAN NEEDS PSYCHIATRIC HELP AND AS 2 RNS WE ARE MORE THAN QUALIFIED TO MAKE THAT ASSESSMENT.

Sharon gets a 10 for integrity. I will be lost if she ever retires. Always up to date on tax laws.read more

I am a record keeper for a local business and Mortensen's has been nothing but great to us…read more Extremely responsive and this team always does great work. Love seeing the pup every time we drop off something too!

Always available to have a discussion about anything. Purely open and honest about everything that…read moreis going on and a good opinion of the situation. Very professional and helpful.

She is incompetent, unprofessional, lazy, late, and lies…read more My client hired her for her child custody case. What a mistake! She loves criminals and defending them. She told my client and myself many things that were simply untrue. She is condescending and a narcissist. She was simply the worst attorney I could have ever chosen. She went above and beyond to NOT help my client with her child custody agreement. When listening to the way she speaks, acts and approaches your case you can tell she absolutely hates women. She absolutely hated my client and said the most horrible things to my client. I could not believe the language coming out of her mouth. You would think she was the opposing sides attorney. What is worse is my client paid her to be misrepresented in court, mistreated, gas lighted, and made a point to misspeak, misrepresent and misinform my client. What is even worse, she told my client an amount of money needed for an appointment and upon appointment, the prices was changed and upon arrival the cost was 350.00 dollars more. She is unethical, barbaric in her language manner and attitude.

I have just completed my divorce process with Bethany Beckman…read more I would highly recommend anyone that needs a very efficient, organized and professional attorney to call her asap!! Bethany and Jason her assistant show so much kindness and do not mess around! Thank you to Bethany and Jason for making this process as easy and smooth as possible.

Jason and Bethany are awesome people to work with. They are very thorough thoughtful and kind…read more Highly recommend