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24281 Postal Ave # 217
Moreno Valley, California 92553
Why am I being ignored? Deshawn I keep calling and you have shut me down again. I can't even speak to you about my taxes. You said you sent them in by mail over 3 weeks ago and I can not find them on ifs.gov. Also I asked you about me owing the IRS 8, 000.00 dollars from 2023 and you put me off so much that now I owe them more and you will not even answer my calls. If I call and ask too many questions your staff says I am being mean. This is crazy. I should have already had my taxes completed. This is no
If I could leave NO STARS I would. This has been the most unprofessional experience I have encountered. I had been doing my taxes with Deshawn for four years and my most recent taxes she screwed me over TO THE MAX and now refuses to accept accountability, give me my paperwork or anything due to a mistake she made and did not want to be held accountable that left me ending up having to owe 4K. I ask her for my paperwork that she filed and has made it to where I have no access to it from the client portal. Th
DeShawn (owner) has been doing my taxes since 2017 and I?ve never looked back. The whole staff are amazing, they are great at what they do, and are amazing people. I will never go anywhere else and anyone who asks me who I use or is looking for someone to help them I highly recommend them, for personal and business needs.
The best thing I got from my ex was his tax person lol no but seriously I?ve been getting my taxes done by DeShawn and Bottoms Up since 2017 and they are amazing people and do an amazing job. I?ve recently had a traumatic brain injury and I totally messed up and had one extra w2 that I forgot about but it was no issue and they helped me through the whole way. Cannot say enough good things about this business and the people that have helped me and my family so much. I?d rate them higher if I could! Thank you
Just wanted to leave a 5 star review, it would be higher than 5 stars if there was an option? DeShawn at Bottoms Up, far surpasses all expectations of taking highest level care of her clients, and maximizing the most of your finances to recieve the best possible return, you won?t find this kind of care with any other tax service, she really takes the time to not only communicate to you and answer any questions you have, I recommend any and all people looking for a forever tax service.. Tap in with Bottoms U
This has been my tax team for around 10 years. Lee is my preparer. Once I hand my taxes off to her I know they are in good hands. She is very professional and any questions I have..she has answers for it. You want your taxes done right..use Bottoms Up Services.
I had an amazing experience working with Deshawn from BottomsUp. She was so profession and nice. She exceeded my expectations with this company. It was my first time ever using this company and after this experience I will definitely be back. If anyone is looking for a great tax company this is definitely the one. I will definitely be recommending this company to everyone that I know. Trust me you will not be disappointed
I heard by word of mouth of Bottoms Up taxes in 2017. I was super happy and content with their services. Shawn and her wife amazing at getting me in and out. I continue to keep going each year. They have friendly staff and very helpful in answering any questions. I highly recommend anyone looking for a great and supportive tax preparers. ????
Highly reccommend this place for your taxes, very honest and trustworthy people here! Have been coming to them for 5 years now and will continue coming! Any services needed for your taxes come on down here you won't regret it!
I recently relocated from the Bay Area and was looking for a new tax preparer to do my taxes.. I had used the same accountant for the past 20+ years. I came across this business.. did some research and decided to give them a try. I worked with Ms. Johnson who was very thorough, patient and professional. I am very pleased/satisfied with every aspect of the transaction and would recommend their services to my friends and family without hesitation. Thanks for a stress free experience. See you next year-tax sea
I have been going to bottoms up since 2012 and I couldn't imagine going anywhere else.. Deshawn does my taxes and the process is always fast, simple, and i've never had any Issues receiving my taxes.
Thank you bottoms up pro Tax services for making my Tax experience quick smooth and easy for 8 years.The employees are professional and always willing to answer my questions and concerns. Bottoms up Tax services has taken care of me and my family for 8 years and I am beyond satisfied and pleased with their service's. Thank you Bottoms up Tax services for 8 years of satisfaction guaranteed service.
The ladys that attended us were very professional and helpful to those that are first timers. They had an answer for every question I had concerning the COVID 19 pandemic and how it affects the filing process. The office was very clean and spacious and they do follow the social distance guidelines.
DeShawn helped me out a lot with my taxes very professional, and got the job done quick I?m thankful and will return next year.
I dread doing my taxes as do most people. A friend recommended Bottoms Up and I am so glad he did. I brought my tax information over and they quickly got everything taken care of. So much easier than the do it yourself computer things and so much better than those over priced guys in the mall. Thank you for making one of the things I dread doing that much better. I will be back in a few months for the next tax season.
Professionals at it's finest. Hard to come around staff who make you feel comfortable, welcomed and do the job right. Definitely recommend this business if you are looking for taxes to be prepared. Receptionist makes sure to keep you hydrated! :)
Thank goodness for bottoms up! They were able to get me a way bigger refund than I could get myself online. Jessica and Darlyn are super friendly and helpful! I highly recommend using this tax service.
I have to admit Deshawn the owner maintains in a professional manner at all times and I openly apologize for flying off the handle. Bottoms up is very profesdional and they get the job done. Thanks for assisting me and my family for so many years.
IF YOU DO NOT come get ur taxes done here you are not doing the right thing! I LOVE them . They were very honest and loyal and so professional. They truly know what they are doing. Tell everyone you k ow who gotta job to Come thru and show love. They will show it back !
The best service ever! They Know what they are doing. They will explain to you every detail and give you the best option. bottoms up is my new favorite place to file my taxes!??????
Ciji and her team was amazing, she helped me file my taxes quickly and professionally. Ciji was able to get a good tax return for me, I am so happy I was able to find her and get the help I needed.
They were very helpful, friendly upon arrival..the girl at the front was hilarious appreciated the wide range of beverages offered??Deshawn is cool and quick. Keep up the good work
Very professional and accommodating and I wouldn't go to anyone else, I've been going to Bottoms up tax for 5 years and I can honestly say that I am very satisfied with their outstanding services.
Great staff!Highly recommended! 100%!!! came here two years in a row! Deshawn was the best definitely will continue to come back!!
This is my first time around with bottoms up and they are extremely helpful and great people I will definitely be coming back next year.
I've been going here for over three years, very professional environment and attentive staff that makes you feel welcome and part of the family highly recommend
They STOLE MY TAXES its Was my first time Ever Filling taxes !!!Then impersonated me And Filled Again This Year! I have Not got Any Money! Using me and my sons identity !! DO NOT TRUST THESE PEOPLE
Don't do a good job communicating, I've been trying to get in contact because I still haven't heard anything back from when I filed my taxes and don't have any info where I can check myself. I honestly don't think they were filed!
Everyone at bottoms up taxes are very helpful and nice! They answer all your questions and get everything done fast.
Great job on my taxes, highly recommend 10/10
Worst place ever. Stole my return. Do not use these scammers
Very friendly, will have everything done quick and easy With no hassle
Great service they were very helpful an answered all our questions an were very time efficient
good service, Jessica was nice, we were in and out quick.
Wonderful experience with Jessica. She knows her stuff
I was referred to go with Bottoms Up. I will continue to go back and send referrals
Fast and responsive very reliable get you in and out with a smile
Very helpful and professional. Happy with the service and experience.
They were excellent. I am going back!!!!
Alejandra was the best very professional.
Scammmmmmers DO NOT DO BUSINESS HERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
(Translated by Google) Excellent service, very friendly and very good refund, after so many years. I highly recommend Jessica. Thanks for everything!!! (Original) Excelente servicio, muy amables y el rembolso muy bueno, despues de tantos anos. Recomiendo mucho a Jessica. Gracias por todo!!!
(Translated by Google) It was a very good experience and the girl Yessica was very kind and made me feel very safe, thank you (Original) Fue una mui buena experiencia y la chica yessica mui amable y me hiso sentir mui segura gracias
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