Excellent service. Fast, effective, efficient, knowledgeable, and reasonable. Highly recommend.read more

I have been working with Gery for a few years. She works fast and asks clarifying questions when…read moreneeded. Always a good experience.

I have been working with SRJ Consulting for over a dozen years and am still impressed with their…read moreaccuracy and professionalism. Shiv and Anvi treat me warmly: they make me feel like much more than us a client. They are up to date and extremely timely - and I highly recommend SRJ.

I have been using TurboTax on my own for as long as I have been filing my income taxes. This past…read moreyear was different with my small family becoming condominium owners... I wanted to make sure I was maximizing my return and following all the rules. Anvi was so easy to work and communicate with. It starts out with the first contact - the group set a schedule and kept the appointment. The intake call was easy to understand and I walked away with my next steps. The whole process was so easy with Anvi on our side. I don't anticipate our situation was extremely out of the ordinary but being homeowners really changes quite a bit of things for me and my family. With the exception of some delays getting some organizations TAX IDs or EINs, Anvi was able to file quickly I received by refund within a week. A WEEK! I will be coming back next year. Gone are the days of filing on my own using TurboTax!

I had a great experience with Larisey & Company CPAs. Their team is knowledgeable, responsive, and…read morevery easy to work with. They explained everything clearly and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. You can tell they genuinely care about their clients and go the extra mile to provide quality service. Highly recommend them for anyone looking for reliable and professional accounting support!

I had used Brian Larisey services for years and every year I had to look very carefully at the…read morereturns because there was always mistakes. However on one of the returns he incorrectly deducted my entire mortgage interest which was done incorrectly. Therefore I got a fine from the IRS and he was not willing to help me with this audit although he was the one who made the mistake. I expect that an accountant would do the taxes properly with the correct paperwork received. And if they make a mistake to try to help with correcting it and dealing with the IRS which was not the case. I will say that he has always been very responsive to my emails.

If you are looking for a reliable, no-nonsense CPA in the Portage Park/Irving Park area, John…read moreGriffin is the person to see. Navigating small business taxes in Chicago can be a headache, but John makes the entire process feel manageable and transparent. The Experience John is incredibly professional but also very personable. Unlike some of the larger, impersonal firms, he actually takes the time to listen to your specific financial situation. He's been in the neighborhood for a long time and clearly knows the ins and outs of both Illinois and federal tax laws. Why I Recommend Him: Responsiveness: He is great about returning calls and emails, even during the peak of tax season. You never feel like just another file on a desk. Accuracy & Insight: He doesn't just "plug in numbers." He looks for proactive ways to help you save on taxes and plan for the next year. Fair Pricing: His fees are very reasonable for the level of expertise and personal attention you receive. Pro Tip His office is conveniently located on Irving Park Road. There is usually street parking available right out front, but if you're coming during a busy weekday, give yourself a few extra minutes to find a spot.

John's the best, I've been using his tax services for years, always efficient, professional and…read moreanswers all questions in a timely matter. Highly recommend!

Brian is personable, knowledgeable, no-nonsense, helpful, and honest--the kind of professional you…read morewant helping you. He's helping me sort out several years of taxes--what a relief! I'd been afraid to touch them. I'll NEVER try to do my own taxes again. (Plus, I like saying "my accountant"--it makes me feel rich.) Last year he actually brought my tax documents to me at my home because he was "driving by anyway." Who does that? That's awesome. I'm sure he doesn't make a habit out of it, but as a brand new client (and not the most lucrative one), it wowed me. It's small-town service in a big old city. I'd recommend Brian to anyone.

Brian did great work on an expedited timeline. Very glad I found him! Highly recommended!read more

Had a question about federal tax credits for electric cars, Jessica was familiar with the topic,…read moreand answered my question completely and quickly. She was very nice and easy to talk to, as was her associate, and the office is welcoming and stylish. I would be happy to use their services in the future should the need arise.

Jessica and the other accountants at Reed are so very, very competent, pleasant, patient, and…read moreclear. Although they have done my taxes for many years, this year I have been going through an unprecedentedly stressful and difficult time for which I was neither prepared nor qualified, and I have been able to rely on Jessica every step of the way. I feel so very fortunate to have found her!

Yelpers hope y'all good and taking care of YOURSELF first! YES. It's OK to be SELFish! With that…read morebeing said, make sure ya money right and that's where Jeff Badu Services could assist! CONTEXT: Getting older (every day) and financial security is a priority to me, and I wanted to see where all my bread goes! Y'all know I love food! LOL. I wanted to set some budgets and goals with a trusted advisor. WHAT I GRABBED: Financial Advisory for the year, quarterly minimum with access to Jeff and team for financial planning as needed, discussing/planning short to long-term financial goals. COMMENDS: Jeff is clever af. He was able to drop gems within the first 10 minutes of our conversation based on my situation. I'll speak on one, an investment with my savings that netted me a couple of hundreds within a day. Now results will vary based on what you investing, but gains indeed! RECOMMENDS: Have a discovery call with the team to see if Jeff's team can be of assistance to you and your situation. OVERALL:/VALUE: 5/5 Great value so far. I've only had one session and starting on my plan with optimism. I did have trouble contacting the team at the beginning around holiday time and expressed my concern. Jeff Badu, the CEO, reached out to schedule a follow-up and explained the miscommunication. I'll follow up as the year progresses with updates! WHAT I'M VOUCHING FOR: Solid financial advice based on your situations and a range of other services around tax planning. Until next time Yelpers, LOVE, LIVE, and STACK!

I was referred to Badu Tax Services by another Tax accountant, the initial meeting seemed promising…read moreand some of the employees were very helpful, but when it came to actually getting taxes completed my tax preparation was rushed. Here is why I know that: the email responses I was receiving were usually a 5-7 day late during tax season, they were overwhelmed by the number of customers, my taxes were higher than what I was able to obtain though another CPA. In addition, I requested to be removed from their mailing list back in November 2024 and still receive emails about follow ups and promotions despite me being a customer. This just reminds me about the company that took $2,000 for services that didn't offer the value I paid for.

Jay was awesome! He knows what he's doing, I was in and out in 20 min. Received my return no…read moreproblem. I will def go back next year. Average pricing for an accountant.

I've used Shan and team for two years for my small business taxes and questions about incorporating…read moreand they have been nothing but amazing. Shan is extremely knowledgeable and it is easy to communicate with him and his team. They make it easy to submit the necessary documentation and provide clear direction on what is needed and what to consider. I would recommend him to anyone!

Chad is the very best. Extremely responsive and highly competent. His background is ideal with…read moregovernment services as well as a MBA. and many years in teh tax industry.

Chad has wealth of knowledge when it comes to all that is related to taxes and investments. I had…read moreto file an extension due to some foreseen financial issue and reached out to Chad for some options, not only has my financial issue resolved but he gave me plenty of options for the future. Honestly, Chad is the best and I highly recommend him for all your financial needs. He responds to his mail very quickly and always prompt. As Always he is very affordable which I am able to file with him every year.

Best of the best!!! John is always easy to work with. I would highly recommend using John!read more

I have used JH Brand for 4 or 5 years - he has been responsive to my questions and when an issue…read morecame up (I omitted an investment statement accidently) he contacted IRS and everything was corrected with no penalties. he has been great -always fitting me in. I typically met John in person but 2020 everything was remote with electronic files and a client portal - seemless.