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1703 W 12th St
Houston, Texas 77008
Working with Cooper CPA Group has been great! Not only do they do all of my Bookkeeping for my business, The Tutoring Club of the Heights, they also do some pretty complicated taxes. Thanks Cooper CPA Group.
Absolutely recommend! As a first-time business owner I had many questions and many doubts. Maureen and Tori have made it so easy from the very beginning. One of the best decisions I've made for the business. When looking at their pricing, remember you get what you pay for and from my perspective, they're worth every penny. Not to mention tax season. The scariest part of all, being our first year of doing our business taxes. Kristina Revillas did an amazing job with our taxes. To say we were shocked by the r
Been working with Cooper CPA Group for a few years, the tax return is thoroughly explained and the billing is always clear. The entire staff is friendly and professional. The managers, Denise and Astrid are such a pleasure to work with and will happily answer any questions and concerns I may have. Highly recommend.
Aliza did a great job and helped me get the tax return I needed.
As a small firm without in-house tax expertise, finding a reliable and responsive accounting partner was crucial for us, and Cooper CPA Group has exceeded our expectations. What sets this firm apart is their commitment to small businesses and their responsiveness. They took the time to understand our specific needs and recognize the urgency often associated with financial matters. Moreover, the pricing is reasonable and transparent. No hidden fees or surprises ? just straightforward and fair pricing that s
We've been working with Cooper CPA Group for about five years now. Not only does this firm file annual tax returns in the spring of each year but offers a holistic approach to tax planning in the fall of each year as well, which we've done a couple of times in years where our tax situation was a little more complex than other years. Gary, Yulisa, Meredith, Maureen and Astrid are great to work with. I'm sure all of the firm's employees are exceptional but these are the folks we've worked with over the yea
Our team uses Cooper CPA Group for their personal tax advice and we recommend them to our clients. Gary Cooper has great integrity and works hard to support his clients' businesses as if they were his own.
I have been getting my tax returns done via Cooper CPA for the past few years and I have never had any issues. We file in 8 states and our structure is also fairly complicated. With this firm we never ran into any problems and all our taxes were filed on time and with great precision. Great experience. I can highly recommend them.
I cannot recommend Gary and the other folks at Cooper CPA highly enough. In addition to helping me get set up as a small business owner, Gary helped walk me through questions I had regarding a trust after the passing of my dad. Gary said it was such a simple request to talk through that he wouldn?t be charging me for it! Such a nice gesture in a super stressful time for me. Everyone in the office is prompt, polite, and good at their job. A+
I had a complicated tax year and the team at Cooper CPA, took the time to understand my situation fully, then research the tax code and significantly reduce my tax burden. Their work this year will benefit me for years to come. Great expertise and personalized service!
We have worked with Cooper CPA for 8 years. They are a great group of people. Gary Cooper is a man of integrity that I have enjoyed knowing over the years. Cooper CPA has experts in a number of financial areas. They are a fun group who take your money seriously. I understand their commitment from working with them for so many years.
Cooper CPA group is very helpful and responsive and they handled my complex personal return efficiently. I received a refund based on all of their due diligence and hard work. I would recommend Cooper CPA Group to anyone who asks.
Cooper CPA Group has always done a fantastic job at supporting our small businesses like mine. The team is extremely responsive, super helpful at explaining complex topics, and always comes through. I would highly recommend them, especially to small businesses in the Houston area.
The Cooper CPA Group is excellent. Their team is thorough, easy to work with, and very responsive. I highly recommend for reliable tax services.
We are new to the Cooper Group and have been very impressed with their accessibility, hard work and overall professionalism. Our point of contact, Isabelle, has been especially responsive and focused on our accounting needs and goals. We truly feel as if we have a partner in our pursuit of growth and service to our customers.
I have been working with Gary and his team for several years. They are extremely professional and more important, always available. I would highly recommend them to anyone needing help with any tax and/or business issue.
Christine made this tax cycle stress free. Her knowledge, professionalism and confidence gave us the assurance our taxes were completed accurately. The process was efficient and quick. The pre-meeting established all the needed documents and Christine asked pertinent questions to understand our first year of retirement situation. When complete, Christine walked us through the return to ensure our understand. We will use Cooper CPA again next year!
I have been a client of Mr Cooper for more than 4 years. Him and his team are the best. Gary's office handles my personal and business finances. His advice and guidance has been very helpful for my financial decisions.
Cooper CPA Group has prepared my tax return for the past 3 years and they've been great! Their process is very efficient and Katherine and the team are always available if I have a question.
I have been getting my taxes done with them for several years and the experience is always straightforward and hassle free. Any questions I have are quickly addressed and the office manager is very personable and helps me understand what I need. Great staff, great communication, great turnaround, Highly Recommend!
I am a new client of Cooper CPA Group, and I came to the firm seeking help with a complicated IRS situation. I like what I've seen so far, and I expect to become a long term client. The Cooper CPA people have been accessible and responsive, and easy to communicate with.
Fantastic group of people at Cooper. They are approachable, friendly, and hard-working professionals. The Cooper CPA Group has helped me step my business to the next couple of levels. Give us time to progress together, and we will say, "Remember when."
Mr. Cooper and his team are certainly of the best. They are knowledgeable, timely, and approach every situation with my best interest as priority. From deal structuring, to tax filings, this team is a vital asset to my business.
I worked with Gary and the Cooper CPA Group to refinance a growing company they were advising. The refinance had some challenges, but Gary and his team went out of their way to make sure their client had the best solution (including making some un-selfish decisions that did not benefit them). My firm ended up providing his client a $5MM line of credit which allowed them to take off.
Been working with Cooper CPA Group for several years now and they do a great job. Really happy with their services. They are very professional, thorough and get the job done. Highly recommend their services.
If I could leave negative stars I would. The copper cpa group has been a huge headache preparing our business taxes. They charge outrageous fees, and have zero interest in working for their said fees. They have a high turnover rate with their employees, and now it all makes sense. The only original people still there, are Gary cooper, and his lovely assistant.
Gary and the entire team at Cooper CPA Group are as good as it gets! Definitely 5 out of 5 stars! I first found them through a Google search and found some great reviews on FB and other platforms. I'm truly glad I found him and his team! I'm a new business owner and wanted to make sure that my foundation and core understanding on my business for tax purposes and accounting were top notch. I rather prevent fires than to chase them and hiring a professional for a service that I'm not proficient on is key. T
Cooper CPA Group has a strong professional team. I tried to find the right CPA, went through few companies, did not work well: bad communication, high price, too busy to pick up my phone calls. I googled Houston area and found Cooper CPA, they called me back immediately after I left my request on their website. It took 2 days for me to collect all the necessary documents and information to submit for my tax filing and for the Cooper team it took only 1,5 day to prepare my file and submit. I?m so happy with
We were a small business that great at providing service to our clients but had major issues accounting and managing the business. We knew that we were long overdue for getting a CPA involved to help guide us through the financial and tax process of running our business. Our search lead us to Cooper CPA and after our first meeting with Denise Prejean we knew that we had made the right choice. They quickly put us into a simple accounting system and helped us with the setup and configuration. Now, after on
I did so much research trying to find someone to help me with an IRS issue and finally landed on Cooper CPA Group because of their phenomenal reviews. Well, if you need assistance with IRS issues or personal taxes - this is not the right firm for you. They sent an e-mail with pricing and what they would cover with that cost and then sent an engagement letter excluding the one and only thing I truly needed help with. Mistakenly, I signed it without reviewing. I guess I had hopes that they would stand by thei
My personal experience with Cooper CPA Group's staff is very good. They are very professional and quick to get feedback. I personally recommend them for any advice and/or doing your taxes.
I like everything about Gary and his team. They were professional and responsive and calm under the pressure of tax time. I didn?t get a chance to meet the accounting staff personally because of COVID-19 restrictions. They were helpful in every way they could be. I highly recommend this accounting firm. The only person I was able to meet face to face (mask to mask) was the receptionist Maureen. She was incredible. She went way beyond her job description to assist me with my issues. Gary could not have a bet
I?ve been using the Cooper CPA Group for several years now. I couldn?t be more happy. They have helped me with an array of services for my business. They have also done a great job with all of my business and personal taxes, as well as provided highly valuable guidance. I won?t let anyone else do my accounting. Cooper Group all the way!
Cooper CPA Group isn?t just a great accounting firm. They are a networking gold mine. Staff is responsive, cordial and professional. I cannot say enough great things about Gary, Chris, Katherine and Maureen. Chris, especially, went out of his way to help me connect with the right people in the entertainment industry!
I first met Gary Cooper a couple of years ago. I had not filed my taxes in several years. I was anxious and fearful of the tax grave I had dug for myself. But Gary and his group set forth a game plan and executed it with aplomb! I was able to complete the missed returns and file them. Then his team (mostly Isabelle) negotiated an Offer-in-compromise for the amount owed. The amount owed outright was about $275k. Gary Cooper (mostly Isabelle) was able to negotiate the OIC to about $60k. I have a whole new out
Cooper CPA Group is excellent for all of your tax business needs and more. They are an extremely knowledgeable staff and they help you stay on track so you don't miss deadlines. I highly recommend them for businesses that take their accounting seriously.
Cooper CPA Group is hands down the best CPA firm I have worked with to-date. They are extremely friendly, easy to work with and most of all they are incredible at tax and financial consulting. I often recommend them to my fellow entrepreneur friends and will do so for years to come.. HIRE Copper CPA Group!
Cooper CPA Group has been handling our personal and business taxes for years and do an outstanding job. Meredith is great to work with.
It is a pleasure working with the entire staff over at Cooper CPA Group. Isabelle Shaw is my CPA, and she is very knowledgeable and easy to work with. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for someone to assist them with their taxes.
Gary and his group helped me sell my company, do the tax planning after the event, and handle my corporate and personal returns the last couple of years. They are knowledgeable folks who know their business. The are responsive, and they are accountable. I had another CPA firm for years who did a good job, but I feel more comfortable that this group really has my best interest in mind.
We recently switched to Cooper CPA, following our CPA as he made a move to this company. Excellent choice; Thomas did a great job with our return and is quick to respond to any of our tax questions. We look forward to continued service with them in the years to come.
Ever hear the trite, "we're here to help!"? Well at Cooper CPA Group they truly care about your finances and helping you to get the service you need. I was originally scheduled to see Gary Cooper, the companies CEO, and speak to him about the basics of being a business owner. Before I came in, I knew the cost of this meeting could be prohibitive but I went anyway as I desperately needed to get my finances in order. After meeting me and talking with me for a couple of minutes, he realized that what I needed
I have been a client with Cooper CPA group for over 15 years. They have helped me with several different businesses as well as my personal Taxes. I can contribute a lot of my financial success to having them as one of my most trusted advisers. If you are looking for a CPA that will be their for you no matter what comes up you should call these folks.
Cooper CPA is an incredible firm to work with. It's a pleasure to work with like-minded individuals who can further assist helping us achieve our goals. We highly recommend Gary and his whole team!
Cooper CPA does an awesome job with our personal and small business taxes! Yulisa kept us on track to make sure our partnership filing was done in time despite last minute complications on our end. Great job!
I've used them for many years and came to them with a mess of IRS issues, including multiple liens. They handle everything for me, and I just focused on running my business. Their prices are awesome when I compare what my friends pay for the same services. Highly recommend.
Gary Cooper and his team have been great for our business. They know their stuff, and they always answer and respond in a timely fashion when we have questions, and they keep our books in great shape. I'd highly recommend them to anyone!
I have used Cooper CPA group for some time now and have found Gary and his staff (such as Meredith Kolderla) very well informed and most helpful. They have saved me money in taxes year after year - thank you Cooper Group!!
I met Denise two years ago when our personal financial picture became more complex. I was in the middle of an institutional career change and had just purchased property that needed to be accounted for. After meeting her, I immediately knew that she was someone that I could trust to help me solve challenging financial decisions. We engaged Denise and Cooper CPA to help us with our taxes and financial decisions for my husband, myself and my parents as well. Denise is always a phone call away and a great reso
Cooper CPA group will take care of all of your accounting and tax needs. Gary is a great guy the so is the rest of the team. Cooper CPA also reaches out and helps the community when it's needed.
Cooper CPA Group has been amazing to our company not only for their knowledge of accouting and tax laws but for their experince with startup and business growth. Fantastic team and people!
My experience with Cooper CPA has been nothing but good. Quick responses, thorough tax preparation and analysis, and an immensely friendly atmosphere. When anyone asks for an accountant recommendation, I sent them to Cooper CPA.
Gary, Denise and the team at Cooper CPA Group have been doing a great job for us since 2009. The professional, pragmatic advice that we receive is a big reason for our sustained growth.
I have been happy using the Cooper CPA Group for about 10 years. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and look after my best interests. Great.
They?re expensive but thought I?d give them a shot based on the sales pitch by the partner. I was looking for a one stop shop CPA for my personal and business taxes and needed help resolving an inquiry which they charged me $750 for but after a lot of miscommunication among their dysfunctional team they literally got NOTHING done and asked for more money to pay for time they?re wasting.
I really struggled finding a CPA that I could trust now that I am in the entertainment industry and Cooper CPA have proven to be the very best! They have saved me so much money and made this process truly smooth and hassle free. Taxes and paperwork can be so overwhelming and they walked me through it all with such ease. Thank you!!!
Gary and his team are thorough, professional and just generally nice people to work with! They have made my life so much easier with their expertise and knowledge in the complex areas of taxes and accounting! Highly recommend!!!
Gary and his team are amazing! They are always a phone call away. Very professional & knowledgeable, quick to respond and helpful. I cannot say enough good things....and I rarely write reviews but they are so good, I think they deserve it! I would not do anything without consulting with them first. Refer to my clients, family & friends all the time!
Gary and his team are an invaluable asset to my businesses. I never make a move without input from Denise Prejean and Meredith Konderla - ever!! HIGHLY recommend the Cooper team!
CitiCouriers is a new customer for Cooper CPA Group. We have found to be very capable, affordable, extremely easy to work with and responsive.
We recently purchased a franchise using funds from our 401K (ROBS). Gary was extremely helpful and knowledgeable navigating us through the process. I highly recommend him!
Brian Jones from Cooper CPA Group is our CPA for years. His expertise and honest approach saved us a lot of time and it is pleasure to work with him.
I've used Cooper CPA Group for five years now & everything has gone well! The staff is incredibly nice & efficient.
This is a great group of people. Awesome to work with. Everyone at Cooper CPA is very accommodating, especially Meredith and Astrid.
Christine is awesome! She's very practical and thorough and prepares my return expeditiously every year. I highly recommend her.
I am telling you straight up! Gary and his firm are spot on with making sure you get every ounce of proper tax deductions as a businessman/entrepreneur! He has treated me like a champion for the last 14 years and counting!!! Thanks Gary. You know all you have done for me and it does not go unrecognized!
I've been using Gary and his group since I opened my business 13 years ago. He's been a huge asset to me and my business and I highly recommend him.
When I started my own business Cooper CPA was available to answer any question I had. They are extremely knowledgeable and helpful.
Started with Cooper a few months ago. Books, Taxes, and G/L now correct and up to date. Good group. Competent, responsive and timely.
I appreciate the knowledgeable professionals, friendly and courteous staff, and reliable service year after year! Taxation is painful. Accounting does not have to be!
Today I met Gary and his team for the first time. They all are amazing! Very professional & knowledgeable, quick to respond and helpful.
I?ve used Gary?s firm about 10 years and can say with confidence that they are very professional and experts in their field. Also, devoted to customer service.
The company was very attentive to all details from initial contact to post consultation. Overall the knowledge on tax laws is significantly above average. Highly recommended.
Highly Recommend using Cooper CPA Group as a small business. Keep up the good work!
Gary, Denise, and their staff are excellent! You can trust them to handle your financials, and much more. I highly recommend their services!
Cooper CPA did our personal taxes this year and they were very helpful and knowledgeable.
Thank you Denise for all your help with SMC. You were very prompt in helping me with my client and I appreciate your service. Looking forward to working with you next year!
Friendly & knowledgeable staff - always ready to help. I highly recommend Cooper CPA Group!
Been using Cooper CPA for the past 2 years, great staff. Very knowledgeable, Thank you ladies
Very helpful and courteous. We can always count on them with all of our CPA needs.
Our experience with the group has been very good. The entire staff has been helpful, professional, and prompt.
Cooper has been amazing!!! The staff is responsive and knowledgeable.
They have been doing my business taxes for years. Always great, dependable and timely!
I've been with Gary since 1998. That speaks volumes.
I would definitely recommend them to anyone. Very knowledgeably, friendly and easy to work with.
Everyone is very helpful and made the process smooth! Highly recommend!
Wow, what a difference a great CPA makes for your business! Thanks for all the help.
Very quick service considering I had 5 K1, to account for.
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Use online directories like the AICPA, CPAverify, or state CPA societies. Search platforms like Yelp or Google for local CPAs with reviews. Ask for referrals from business associates, friends, or financial advisors. Local chambers of commerce can also provide recommendations.
A CPA is a licensed professional who has passed the CPA exam and met state requirements for education and experience. An accountant may lack this certification and could have varying levels of expertise. For complex tasks like tax audits or financial reporting, a CPA is typically more qualified.
Ask about their experience with your specific financial needs, such as tax preparation, small business accounting, or estate planning. Review their website or LinkedIn for case studies or client testimonials. Inquire about their client base to ensure they handle similar financial situations.
Yes, reviews provide insight into a CPA’s reliability, communication, and performance. Check platforms like Google, Yelp, or the Better Business Bureau for client feedback. Look for patterns in reviews, but verify their authenticity, as some may be biased or outdated.
Visit your state’s Board of Accountancy website or use CPAverify.org to check a CPA’s license status. Confirm their license is active and check for any disciplinary actions or complaints. This ensures they’re in good standing and meet professional standards.
Ask about their experience with your financial needs, fee structure, availability, and communication style. Inquire how they handle tax filings, audits, or financial planning. Ask for references or examples of similar work to assess their expertise and fit.
Fees vary based on location, services, and complexity. Basic tax preparation may cost $150-$500, while business accounting or audits can range from $1,000 to $10,000+. Request a detailed fee structure upfront and compare quotes from multiple CPAs.
Yes, many CPAs offer remote services through secure online platforms for document sharing and virtual consultations. Ensure they use encrypted tools for data security. Remote CPAs can be effective if they understand your local tax laws or business regulations.
During consultations, evaluate their ability to explain complex financial concepts clearly. Ask sample questions about taxes or financial strategies and note their responsiveness and clarity. Good communication ensures you understand their advice and fosters a productive relationship.
Beware of CPAs who guarantee specific tax refunds, lack a valid license, or have disciplinary actions on record. Avoid those with poor communication, vague fee structures, or negative reviews highlighting unethical behavior. Always verify their credentials independently.
Large firms offer more resources and specialized teams but may charge higher fees. Solo practitioners often provide personalized service and lower costs but may have limited availability. Choose based on your needs, budget, and preference for personalized attention.
For individuals, annual meetings for tax preparation may suffice. Businesses may need quarterly or monthly check-ins for bookkeeping, tax planning, or financial reporting. Discuss your needs upfront to establish a meeting schedule that aligns with your financial goals.
Yes, many CPAs handle both, but confirm their expertise in both areas. Ask about their experience managing personal taxes and business accounting simultaneously. Ensure they can balance both without compromising attention to your specific financial needs.
Discuss concerns directly with your CPA to resolve issues. If unresolved, check your contract for termination terms. Seek a new CPA by researching reviews, credentials, and referrals. Request your financial records to ensure a smooth transition to a new professional.