Finding a competent tax professional was a high priority when we moved from Baltimore to South…read moreCarolina (Mount Pleasant) 4 1/2 years ago. You see, our first year's tax returns involved two states, multiple cash flows, distributions, purchase and sale of two properties, business interests, etc. , requiring proficiency above punching numbers into a canned tax program. While certainly I could have done it all myself, I wanted the benefit of tax advice and assurance that each return and associated schedules would be prepared correctly (read: lowest tax liability). As I was interested in a small office/sole practitioner, Allan G.Bolden, C.P.A., presented exactly the interface I was looking for. The front office staff is friendly, professional and efficient. Each January, we receive a notebook in which I complete tax-related proprietary forms and attach official documents which simplify the practice's information gathering phase. During our appointment, we discussed (with Allan) changes in our lives over the last year ... and anything that we could foresee ... that could affect our tax position in 2017. Allan does not actually key the input, that is completed by one of the staff specialists; however, he reviews every return and accompanying schedules. I like the fact that I've seen the same faces year after year. I know you're wondering about cost ... it's a function of the number and complexity of schedules ... so our cost each year has varied. We just signed off on our 5th year of returns. The turn around time was 3 days (including Sunday). If you're looking for a consummate tax professional ... Allan G. Bolden, C.P.A. is the practice for you.

Jerry and Jay are professional and knowledgeable about tax preparation. They spend whatever time…read moreis necessary to get what you need and what they need.

I have used Rogers Tax Advisory Group for the last couple of years and very pleased with timliness…read moreof their work and the quality advice they give. I would highly recommend using their financial services.

I don't have prior experience with CPAs, so I have nothing to compare Thiem & McCutcheon to, but…read moreBen McCutcheon is awesome. The last couple of years, I could not and cannot bear the thought of seeing how much I pay the government out of my paycheck, nor how much I pay them in student loan interest, so I stuff all of my papers (admittedly not many) into a Ziplock bag and take them to Ben. He's so nice and has never once made me feel rushed during his hectic tax season. He answers all my questions and acts as a semi-counselor as I bitch and moan about taxes. They also upload Sharefile links to you each year which gives you notice to get your stuff together and is super easy in case you don't feel like getting downtown to see them. Check Ben out!

We have been using David Thiem, CPA, for over 40 years to do both our personal and business taxes…read moreand have NEVER had a problem with either he or his firm. They have helped us with payroll questions for our business and they do as little or as much as we need help with. Our personal returns are quite complicated because of the businesses we own and sometimes our returns are over 150 pages! We happily pay our bill each year and always check the square for IRS or SC Tax Commission to speak to Mr. Thiem regarding our information if need be. Mr. Thiem has represented us in two or three separate audits and they have all come out favorably - he stands behind what he puts on paper, so be truthful to him! He always knows that we need an extension and automatically files one for us - what a great person to have on your side! With Mr. Thiem nearing retirement, we hope that Mr. McCutcheon will be ready to handle all of our business (which we don't doubt for a second!) as we will stay with this long-established firm! You won't be sorry if you go to them, they are very professional and the tax people know and respect this firm!!

Very helpful, professional and timely! Responsive communication. I found myself without an…read moreaccountant and needing to hit filing deadline that was less than 2 months out. First year is always challenge working with new firm, but Stratus/Pitts is very organized and pragmatic. Additionally, they embrace technology that shortens timelines and increases efficiency. Highly recommended.

Pitt's and his team have been doing our personal and business taxes for several years, gosh over 10…read morenow! He does a great job and really goes the extra mile to make sure we understand what we are filing and that we are doing everything accurately and efficiently! Not to mention he doesn't charge the crazy inflated amounts that a lot of the popular tax places do. support a locally owned and family run business like his, I promise you wont regret it. Keep up the great work, Stratus Accountants!

Aaron was extremely helpful in clarifying IRS regulations. He was responsive, timely, and solved…read morewhat we thought might become an issue. We plan to have Fringe Advisory as our tax consultant going forward.

Stephen was a great help for my individual taxes!…read more Stephen is friendly, responds quickly, is professional, and gets the job done right. We had multiple variables in our filings for the year, and he was able to decipher all of them without issue. His online portal makes document transfers a breeze, and I never felt any concerns throughout the entire process. We'll definitely be using him again next year!

They answered my critical questions with utmost professionalism! I highly recommend JTR Tax…read moreServices!!!

They get them done. The Kurtz team has been submitting our tax returns for the last 9 years.read more

We have been using Brian Kurtz as our tax preparer for some time now, and we are very satisfied…read morewith his professional and friendly service. It's nice to find such service and feel comfortable with all his advice, knowledge and work. Any and all issues or questions are addressed and solutions offered. Thanks for great local service.

After meeting with two other accounting firms in Charleston, my husband and I were so relieved the…read moreday we came across Accel Tax & Business Services. Being that my husband is from Germany and his company is based there, we had a unique tax situation. The other firms did not want to take us on as clients, but when we met with Mark Neath, he was extremely knowledgable and confident in handling both our personal and business tax accounts. As I have started my own business, I was very overwhelmed when it came to the accounting side of it, but Mark took the weight off my shoulders and now I can concentrate on the other areas of my work. I must add that Tyra, the office manager, is such a delight. She's always very friendly and prompt in communications. I highly recommend this firm!

I highly recommend shopping around this place is over double what most places are in Mount…read morePleasant. They have a minimum fee of $375 and will not tell you until it's completed these people are absolute jerks!!! I paid the same amount to get my taxes done with my own two businesses and had tons of expenses this year I had two simple w-2s with no expenses it doesn't make sense to charge somebody that amount of money!!!! The staff is rude and very unhealpful. I highly highly recommend finding another tax Service!!!!