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1415 17th St STE 260
Santa Ana, California 92705
Great fast reliable service, Carlos and the staff pays very close attention to you and your tax files. Overall I've been coming here for 7 years and am very happy with the results. I recommend El Triunfo corpoation to anyone who wants to file free of hassle
I attended El Triunfo for the first time, I was serviced by Carlos Guaman, She gave me the most courteous and great service. Anybody can ask for I recommend anybody use him.
I strongly recommend el triunfo corporation for accounting and tax filing they do excellent job focusing on maximizing my legal deduction, I only wish I would have hired them sooner, thank you El Triunfo.
Great service. Fast service and very organized. Our company has definitely benefited from their business advice and organization.
Carlos always does an amazing job with our taxes every year. I highly recommend his services.
As a newly married couple filing their taxes, Mr. Carlos Guaman was very knowledgeable and helpful. Thank you El Triunfo for your support!
Have been working with them ever since I started my business in 2019, Carlos and his team go beyond to help you run your business and are there to answer the call to any questions you have.
El Triunfo is a great asset to our company, G&G Construction and Remodel. They assist us with everything we need to run our business along with advice for future success. Thank you for your assistance in our success.
Our best help in business matters! Been strong for a few years now, and hope to continue leaving all the important business tasks in their hands. I?ve recommended people over numerous times with great compliments back & they appreciate I put them in good hands too! ??
Good Service. Everyone at El Triunfo have been friendly and knowledgeable. They have helped us with our taxes and business needs.
GREAT SERVICE BY EL TRIUNFO CORP... CARLOS HAS GREAT PERSONALITY AND IS VARY HELPFUL
Great customer service and very knowledgeable in their specialty.
Carlos is the best and his entire team. 1000% recomended
Carlos and his team are top notch! You cannot find a more knowledgeable, professional, or experienced accounting team. I have 4 companies that El Triunfo services (accounting, payroll, taxes) and they do an exceptional job. Not only does Carlos and his team allow me the freedom to focus on running my various entities, they also help to keep me sane! I would give them 10 stars if it could.
Carlos is a pro in his business and knows how to approach his clients, patiently listen to them, offer them options towards solving the matter they are talking about and executes them with a smile on his face. He has an incredible team and I wish him all the luck ??
Carlos is amazing and so is el Triunfo! Helped me and my grandparents with their business they started in 2020. Very easy to work with. We also get our taxes done with them and so easy no headaches. Carlos is always reachable and knowledgeable. Couldn?t ask for a better person to help us.
I had a wonderful experience with El Triunfo Corporation from start to finish. They made the dreaded tax season smooth and stress free. The entire staff is reliable, friendly, and knowledgeable. I will continue to rely on them for all my financial needs. I highly recommend them.
This year marks my 9th year anniversary of being "El Triunfo's," client. EL Triunfo welcomed me and my family with open arms. Communicating with EL Triunfo's Staff has been so easy and I cannot fail to express their genuine concern they have for their client's needs. From Carlos to Jacob to the rest of the staff at El Triunfo knows how to meet their clients needs. I recommend you stopping by for any tax questions one may have. I cannot stress how comfortable El Triunfo makes you feel like you have been p
Carlos is a very professional business man. He is always very attentive on every aspect. Carlos and his team will make you feel very welcome from the moment you walk into their doors. Carlos is always willing to go the extra mile for his clients. I went for a consult for a Life Insurance and many told me it was possible and once processed, I was decline and yet paid fees and services. When I went to see him, he was straight out and told me I wasn't eligible because of my health reasons and sat down with me
10/10 Experience with everyone here making my tax experience as easy as possible. Big thanks to Carlos for his great help????
Excellent professionals, human warmth, effectiveness, 100% recommended
I?m so happy working with el Triunfo Corporation. The portal is very helpful, you can find all kind of information related to the accountability of your business. I highly recommend Carlos Guaman and his team. Thank you so much.
El Triunfo offer an all-in-one solution package for businesses; this package is affordable, efficient, and manages to keep up with new technologies, legalities, as well as specific customer needs and demands. I have been with El Triunfo since 2016. My business has grown exponentially ever since acquiring their payroll, Human Resources, and tax compliance services. I recommend El Triunfo to old and new companies, to seasoned as well as startups. Any company in need of their services will do well having El
We have been filing our taxes at El Triunfo Corp. For over 10 years now. The treatment that we receive is what keeps us coming back. Carlos is very knowledgeable in his business and top notch with all updated state regulations. I highly recommend El Triunfo as your place of business.
From the moment I met Carlos, he was extremely helpful and polite. I don?t know what I would have done if I have not met him. I have gone to other businesses to seek help, was tuned away and told nothing could be done for my tax issues.carlos gave me solutions and is me to restore my affairs. I highly recommend everyone give Carlos and this business a try. Thank you Carlos for a good service.
El Triunfo Corporation is an excellent place to do your taxes as well as your business. They are very helpful and attentive from the moment you walk in. I highly recommend this place to everyone.
Made the mistake of hiring Liberty Tax my first year in business and got hit with an audit. I wasn?t aware how different business taxes and personal were. Apparently Liberty Tax didn?t either. I was referred to El Triunfo Corporation for help. I?ve been with them for 8 years and would not hire anyone else. Thank you Carlos.
Best tax Place honestly. I Would recommend anyone to come here and get there taxes done. They help me get the most return Back up to date with all tax changes for this year. Very honest People. I Will be a l?fe costomer here to do my taxes.
I've been doing my accounting for both my personal and business with El Triunfo for over 9 years. In a world where you need immediate information, I would say Carlos and his staff of accountants quickly respond to inquiries. Thanks for all your help!
Wow I?m so impressed by this company. Rigo and Carlos are amazing. The front office and everyone that is apart of this team is so nice. They help us with payroll and give us advice on business. Thank you El Triunfo
Great experience. Very professionals. They helped me all the way thru the process of starting my own small business. These guys cross all the t's and dot all the i's when filing your taxes. I thought I had to pay Uncle Sam.., but instead I got will be getting a refund.
We have trusted our business to you for a few years and you have provided exceptional service. With a group of knowledgeable staff as well as professionalism.
Carlos and everyone in his office was helpful and informative. They have great customer service and it was easy to make an appointment with them. They are great for small businesses and I recommend for all your tax needs.
Everytime I enter this building, I'm stressed, scared and thinking my life is over ; but when I leave , I'm so thankful I have these guys on my side to make me feel everything is going to be ok. Danny, Jake and all the people here are super friendly and knowledgeable. Thank you guys
I am truly grateful for the professional service of Carlos Guaman and his great team at El Triunfo Corporation. They focus on advising each entrepreneur to grow our business and have everything in order to reach the next level. Than you from Pallet Jacks Repair And Sales
El Triunfo Corp. Is a very loyal and professional institute. Their knowledge and experience in tax returns was very positive and helpful in getting the most in return. I highly recommend this company for all accounting matters...
As always, we are extremely satisfied with El Triunfo Corporation, excellent customer service and very professional and efficient, gracias Carlos Guaman
This is not about his business this is about the way he treated us which I don?t think was professional at all if this is the way he conducts himself and his business then I don?t know what to expect about his business , we where working next to this place painting and he came out Yelling and screaming. I need to see you guys green card right now what are you doing here I need your names and your green cards now!!! I find it is really disturbing and unprofessional
Been doing my taxes with Me Guaman has been very helpful in all tax aspects.
We had a reunion with Myra and she was very kind and a pleasure to be with. I definitely recommend!
Great service . El triunfo Corp takes care of their clients like none other . If you talk about professionalism, you have to mention el triunfo Corp !
El Triunfo is a great place to get advice on tax, finances and business.
Excellent bookkeeping services in Santa Ana, Ca. Carlos has given us great advice in our new business.
This has been the best place to start a business. It?s where I have learned all I know about how to start a business and what is required for it to succeed. Super helpful people!
Best bookkeeping services ever. Highly recommended.
Very helpful with all important & necessary business needs. Professional, yet personal & friendly.
Totally recommend I learn more each time I come getting one step closer to making my dream company
Carlos and his team go above and beyond to take care of their clients. I've known him for over 9 years and will continue to use his services in the future.
Very professional. I always get responses very fast. Very friendly staff
1ST CLASS CUSTOMER SERVICE. I HAD A PROBLEM WITH THE LABOR COMMISSION CARLOS GAVE THE DIRECTION ON HOW TO FIX THIS ISSUE. PROBLEM FIXED COULDN'T BE MORE THANKFUL!!!
Awesome service, attentive, efficient and very friendly. Thank you!!
They are professional, efficient and up to date. I highly recommend them.
Excellent customer service, very reliable and professionals, they are bilingual too.
Great customer service, knowledgeable staff, and great work
Amazing place and excellent service!
Mr Carlos Guaman made it happen for me. I am greatful of knowing him!
Good service and all workers are excelent persons
Totally recommend this place. The whole staff is really professional.
Carlos is very professional and detailed.I recommend this place!
Just the best experience highly recommended
Everything was great!!!!
Exelent costumer service, very professional.
Small Business Services! The best accounting firm in OC
Best Accounting services in Orange County.
Great services for small business.
Always a pleasure with these professionals
Great Business services!
The best small business services
Excellent services ??
Bookkeeping and Tax services in Southern California
Supportive, and informative.
(Translated by Google) Very grateful for all the professionalism of Carlos Guaman and his staff. Always calling me, worrying about moving my company forward. I thank you for your work and human quality. Success for all! (Original) Muy agradecida por todo el profesionalismo de Carlos Guaman y su personal. Siempre llam?ndome, preocup?ndose para sacar adelante mi empresa. Les agradezco su trabajo y calidad humana. ?xitos para todos !
(Translated by Google) Excellent consumer service. Very good experience. It exceeded my expectations. I recommend it 100 percent. I will definitely return next year (Original) Excelente servicio al consumidor. Muy buena experiencia. Super? mis expectativas. Lo recomiendo 100 por cierto. Seguro volver? el a?o entrante
(Translated by Google) I totally recommend this place Carlos helped us with the accounting of our business for almost 5 years, he has always guided us with all the things to be able to continue growing, he explains each step to follow in the entire field of accounting and taxes 100% recommended (Original) Totalmente Recomiendo este lugar Carlos nos ayudado con la contabilidad de nuestro negocio por ya casi 5 a?os siempre nos ah guiado con todas las cosas para poder seguir creciendo nos explica cada paso a
(Translated by Google) Excellent service, friendly attention and they answer all my questions! I love El Triunfo Corporation! (Original) Excelente servicio, atenci?n con amabilidad y responden todas mis dudas! Me encanta El Triunfo Corporation!
(Translated by Google) Excellent attention from all the staff who work in the office, Mr. Carlos Guaman Excellent resolved my matter with interest and speed, Highly highly recommended (Original) Excelente atenci?n de parte de todo el personal que labora en la oficina, el Sr Carlos Guaman Excelente resolvi? mi asunto con inter?s y rapidez, Muy muy recomendable
(Translated by Google) Very good job and they also help you a hundred with everything. The truth is they are very professional (Original) Muy buen trabajo y tambi?n te ayudan al cien con todo. La verdad son muy profesionales
(Translated by Google) Great experience. Super fast and well explained everything. Highly recommended. Carlos, the best. (Original) Gran experiencia. Super r?pido y bien explicado todo. Altamente recomendable. Carlos, el mejor.
(Translated by Google) Very professional, friendly and respectful, highly recommended for business services and tax preparation. (Original) Muy profesionales , amables y respetuosos, dignamente recomendables para servicios de negocios y preparaci?n de impuestos .
(Translated by Google) Excellent service, the entire team, thank you very much for helping me with my taxes and for explaining everything to me in Spanish (Original) Excelente servicio todo el equipo muchas gracias por ayudarme con mis taxes y por explicarme todo en espa?ol
(Translated by Google) Thanks to the entire Triunfo team for all your help Always answering our questions and helping to improve our business ?? (Original) Gracias a todo el equipo del Triunfo por toda su ayuda Siempre respondiendo nuestras dudas y ayudando a mejorar nuestro negocio ??
(Translated by Google) The service they provide is highly Professional, and the Administrative staff provides you with all the necessary information to answer any questions you may have. (Original) El servicio que brindan es altamente Profesional, y el personal Administrativo te brinda toda la informacion necesaria para solventar cualquier duda que tengas.
(Translated by Google) El Triunfo is the best company I have dealt with in years, it is ultra-reliable and effective in managing my personal and business finances and also the tax return and as if that were not enough, I have the professional and accurate advice of its team whenever I need it, it is unmatched!!!! (Original) El Triunfo es la mejor compa??a con la que he tratado en a?os, es ultra-confiable y efectiva en el manejo de mis finanzas personales y de negocios y tambi?n de la declaraci?n de impuest
(Translated by Google) Good service. In English and Spanish. Excellent service. They Care About Your Business. 100% Recommended. They speak Spanish. Christ and Daniel very good explained. (Original) Buen servicio. En Ingles y espa?ol. Excelente servicio. Les Importa Tu Negocio. 100% Recomendado . Ablan Espa?ol. Cristo y Daniel muy Buenos explicado.
(Translated by Google) The company at El Triunfo Corp was incredibly helpful and efficient. The staff was friendly and professional, and they helped me file my taxes quickly and accurately. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing help with their taxes! (Original) La compa??a de El Triunfo Corp fue incre?blemente ?til y eficiente. El personal fue amable y profesional, y me ayudaron a presentar mis impuestos de manera r?pida y precisa. ?Definitivamente los recomendar?a a cualquiera que necesite a
(Translated by Google) They are very friendly and their customer service is the best, I highly recommend them. (Original) Son muy amables y su atenci?n al cliente es de lo mejor, los super recomiendo.
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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.