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2656 S Loop W Suite 340
Houston, Texas 77054
I had a great experience working with Kentrell Hooker who handled my 2024 taxes and my 2022 amended returns. He was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and responsive?always answering my questions thoroughly and quickly. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a trustworthy and efficient tax professional.
This was my first time using a CPA to complete my individual taxes, and Kentrell Hooker provided outstanding service! He was in constant communication with me, he was very helpful and professional. Also, his fees were very reasonable. From here on out, I will be doing my taxes with Hooker CPS Firm and I highly recommend using this company to help with your tax preparation process. Thanks again Kentrell for your fast and reliable service.
Kentrell does an amazing, thorough job as a CPA. His work ethic is superb. He is always professional, punctual, and articulate, and fits whatever meetings are needed into his schedule and into his clients' schedule in an efficient manner. We are relieved having our taxes prepared by him and his staff.
Kentrell is professional, timely, and knows his stuff! I been going to him for a few years and he stays on top of all my tax issues. I highly recommend!
Hooker CPA Firm was an excellent choice for our business (and personal) tax purposes. Kentrell and his Firm?s knowledge of tax codes, commitment to detail and unyielding expectancy for accuracy in their work proved to be invaluable to our business. Hooker CPA Firm has been accessible when needed and resourceful in supporting us through our businesses goals. I highly recommend Hooker CPA Firm for your tax purposes.
I can't express how thankful I am for the help I've received from Mr. Kentrell and their team. I was overwhelmed by outstanding debt and the complicated tax issues that came with it. From the very beginning, Kentrell was not only professional but also incredibly understanding and patient. They took the time to explain everything to me in simple terms, and their expertise has been invaluable in navigating a tough situation. Thanks to their hard work, I?m finally on the path to financial stability, and I feel
Mr. Hooker is very professional and very knowledgeable. He understands tax laws and is an asset to anyone's company. Highly recommended.
Thank God for the Hooker CPA firm. Mr. Hooker immediately, jumped into action on my behalf. He is very friendly, and easy to work with. He responded to my emails and calls very quickly. He made my issues a priority!!! God Bless Kentrell!
I would like to extend my sincere thanks to Mr. Hooker for consistently providing professional and reliable service. As a returning client over the past few years, I truly appreciate the high level of professionalism and dedication to quality. I?m grateful to have had the opportunity to work with such a dependable business.
Kentrell has done my small business taxes for two years now. He's professional and punctual. Couldn't ask for a better accountant!
Kentrell, the owner of Hooker CPA Firm did exactly what he said he would do. Very prompt handling, clear and concise communications, and quick filing of my business/corporate tax return. Highly recommend!
Hooker CPA Firm is professional, timely, and pays attention to the details. I appreciate and value the nuances that?s provided to ensure my taxes are completed with accuracy. Thank you for your professionalism and care.
The CPA, Kentrell Hooker, really helped me with my taxes. My previous accountant did not file my business's taxes correctly in 2023, which complicated things quite a bit. Kentrell corrected everything and patiently answered all of my questions. I have recommended him to my friends who are also considering 1099 work in the future.
I had a CPA for many years who sadly passed away. And honestly, I didn?t want to work with anyone else. That kind of trust doesn?t come easy. But eventually, I knew I had to move forward so I interviewed five different CPAs. Five. I was patient, I was picky, and I wasn?t going to settle. Then I found this firm. And let me tell you absolutely amazing. It reminded me that sometimes the right people are out there? you just have to be willing to go the extra mile to find them.
Mr. Hooker did an excellent job preparing my taxes. He was very thorough in explaining my tax return page by page.
The Hooker CPA Firm, PLLC is a company that I give very high praise too. This company will handle your financial requirement in a very professional manner and also their ability to provide you with a timely responses. The Hooker CPA firm, is my business of choice!
Kentrell is excellent and we've been going to him for our taxes for the last 4 years. Regardless of the tax services you may need, reach out to Hooker CPA Firm, PLLC with confidence knowing they will complete the task and resolve any issues you may have along the way. Top notch communication and knowledge!
Working with Kentrell is easy and enjoyable! We communicate frequently, and after everything is said and done, he will go over the return with you, line by line; answering any questions! His rates are affordable as well! He?s extremely knowledgeable and patient with the most novice customers. My family and I will continue to utilize his services!
Excellent Service! Kentrell is a pleasure to work with. He is professional, personable, reliable, and all his actions and consultations are demonstrative of someone that has a clear handle on the ever changing complicated tax laws. He made this process simple and I really liked the portal he uses for communication and documentation. Everything is super easy! Highly recommend working with Kentrell!
The service I received was exceptionally professional, demonstrating a high level of expertise and dedication. I would confidently recommend them to anyone seeking reliable personal or business assistance.
Hooker CPA Firm, PLLC is experienced, knowledgeable, and extremely detailed. Furthermore, everything is explained with clarity and simplicity. I'm very pleased with this firm and highly recommend! I've now used this firm for years!
Very Helpful Been using Hooker CPA Firm for 3 tax seasons now. Has gotten me bigger returns than expected and I never received any surprises in my taxes later on.
Mr. Kentrell has been an amazing help on my business and personal taxes. I highly reccomend him to everyone. He has been tremendously patient and has taken the time to explain and answer any questions that I have had along the way.
Kentrell is very knowledgeable and took me through the return in detail . Communication is very effective and prompt. Still to work with him on tax strategies but I am sure he will deliver . Highly recommend if you need tax help .
We contacted Kentrell again to continue prepare our tax return and still found him very easy to work with. Besides being very professional he made every effort to allow for questions and clarified anything we did not understand. Kentrell utilizes up-to-date practices for a customer to submit documents and information through a link or specialized software in a convenient and secure manner. This can all be done from your home or office on your preferred electronic device. We continue to be impressed by th
I would recommend Kentrell anytime, to anyone. He is one the most thorough CPAs that I know. When he schedules an appointment with you, he's going to be early or on time. I've had the pleasure of working with Kentrell for years, and I'll be here as long as he's doing taxes.
Kentrell was helpful throughout the process. The initial meeting he gathered all the information required and gave an estimate on how much it would cost, something I found other CPAs don't like to do. The software that he uses is very easy to understand and fill out. Once complete he goes over any outstanding questions and places the finishing touches on the tax return. Would definitely recommend if you're looking for some help with your taxes.
We have worked with Kentrell for a few years now and he has been nothing but excellent. He is very knowledgeable so if you are looking for a CPA, he is the person you want to go to.
Kentrell was very professional, extremely helpful and will be my CPA for all my future needs.
Kentrell is fantastic. He is knowledgeable on even esoteric tax regulations and if he doesn't know the answer he finds it. He is also so flexible with his scheduling and has accommodated our last minute meeting requests and schedule changes with grace. We look forward to working with him for many years into the future.
I was nervous about dealing with the IRS. Kentrell understand that and provided as much explanation as necessary. He knows what he's doing which gave me a high comfort level. I would certainly use him again and would be comfortable referring him to a friend or colleague. It ended up costing me was less than I expected so his fee in the end was very reasonable.
Log out of those tax sites and hire a professional. I am so glad I did. Kentrell is a gem. Finances can be one of those things that are very hard to talk about (At least for me anyway). Kentrell was extremely knowledgeable, professionally and timely. He was also very honest. There are times when I've reached out with questions after my services and he didn't hesitate to answer me. Hoping that for as long as the government makes us pay taxes that I can work with this firm to handle mine.
Kentrell is the best CPA ever. His attention to detail and the knowledge he has and shares with us is stellar. He is resourceful and very patient. Kentrell is always available to answer all of our questions and goes above and beyond to ensure we are set for success. We love working with him ! Recommend him 1000%!!! Jeff & Anne Washington
Kentrell, was a pleasure to work with and he made it easy for us to complete our business and personal taxes. We plan to continue working with him!!
I wanted to take a moment to share my incredible experience with the best Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Houston. I had the good fortune of finding him as the first search result when I looked up CPAs in Houston, and I can confidently say that I am thrilled I didn't search any further! From the very first interaction, he demonstrated his exceptional knowledge and dedication to his clients. Whenever I had a question, he provided detailed and comprehensive answers that left no room for confusion. His a
I?ve been working with Kentrell for the past 2-3 years and would highly recommend him to anyone. He is highly informative and has been very patient since I have been working with him.
Kentrell?s services are always superb! I literally hate filing taxes but he makes it soo seamless it?s carefree to complete. He professionally presents it to you and talks through it in an understandable manner. He will be my tax choice forever.
Thank you Kentrell for providing another positive experience when handling our taxes this year. My wife and I continue to find you to be very thorough and efficient throughout the whole process. Also as we witness your knowledge & up-to-date technology we welcome the opportunity during the process & consultation to find out some nuggets of tax information or tax law to improve on for the future.
Kentrell is professional and efficient, so glad I found him! Will definitely be using him for all my tax needs going forward.
Amazing experience from beginning to end. Kentrell communicated with me throughout the complete process. Very trustworthy and knowledgeable in business taxes. I will be referring him as well as using his services every year.
The Hooker firm is that rare accounting team that provides agreed upon deliverables on time. In addition to their extraordinary professionalism, they go above and beyond providing consultative guidance. Their expert counsel informed our business decisions enabling us to make optimal choices. We consider the Hooker CPA Firm a trusted and valued business partner. I highly recommend the Hooker CPA Firm! KimE
You need Kentrell as your Tax Accountant! He is very knowledgeable and was able to explain things I didn't quite understand and answer any and all questions! This was our first time using an accountant to file our taxes and we will never go back to doing them ourselves! A huge weight was lifted off of our shoulders when we came to Kentrell and we couldn't be happier with his services!
Always super helpful in helping our business grow and learn the accounting aspect of our small business. Kentrell takes the time to explain everything and the why to your question. Truly a great asset to our team.
Kentrell is truly a great CPA. His thoroughness and extensive knowledge put me at ease, knowing I'm in good hands. Highly recommended!
Kentrell is extremely knowledgeable and thorough. He?s an ease to work with, which is an added bonus. He?s the only acct we plan on using moving forward.
I?ve used Kentrell for the past two years and it has been a good experience. He explains the math behind the numbers thoroughly and makes time to answer all of my questions.
Hooker CPA is a excellent form to work with. He is very professional in his interactions, timely in submitting documents and have all of the latest technology that streamline the process for his customers. I highly recommend Hooker CPS.
I have worked with many CPAs before and my experience working with this firm has overshadowed all of the others. Kentrell utilizes Big 4 firm knowledge to help businesses. He is thorough, detailed and trustworthy. Best CPA firm in the Houston area!
Mr. Hooker is very professional, knowledgeable, prompt, and courteous. We learned so much about our taxes and he was very patient and helpful during a very hectic tax season. GREAT BUSINESS, GREAT SERVICE!
Excellent service. Spends enough time with you reviewing details and explain each step. He is very up to date with current tax laws. Would definitely come back next year. I have already recommended few friends to him.
This was my first time using a CPA and I?m SO glad I chose Mr. Hooker?s firm. He is knowledgeable, responsive, professional and very personable. I appreciated his willingness to answer my questions and he made it a goal to explain his work and educate me on tax and business planning. He?s great at what he does.
It was an absolute pleasure to have meet Kentrell, very professional and with lots of knowledge. Friendly and able to answer all of our questions. Look forward to working together with our new business formation. Thank you Kentrell!
Kentrell, is knowledgeable, and prompt. His services are worth every penny. If you're looking for a CPA, Kentrell is your guy.
Kentrell is the most thorough, efficient, and professional financial service provider. I will continue to support this business for my tax and accounting needs.
Awesome experience! Kentrell is a great person to work with. He goes into detail for thorough understanding.
Extremely knowledgeable, Extremely professional, first off..second I'm not going anywhere else for my S Corp taxes from here on out! I highly recommend yall use their services...highly.
Kentrell is very thorough and knowledgeable! It was a great experience working with you and we look forward to working with you in the near future!
Has always taken good care off us.
Kentrell was very thorough and resourceful! We will continue to use his service! Thank you Kentrell!
I appreciate the incredible service provided. I will continue to recommend the firm to others.
Thank you for being so knowledgeable, having patience to educate a new business owner and helping me set myself up for future success. I would highly recommend you to anyone looking for a partner & advisor, not just an accountant.
It was great to receive rapid, excellent help with my tax return. Time was taken to review the return and explain things in detail. It was well worth the investment.
Detailed, efficient and thorough. But above all, Kentrell provided structure and context to the work he was doing, which helped my understanding of the process.
Great service! Glad that Hooker CPA was able to help.
This is the most meticulous CPA I know. Thank you for your patience, and hard-work. You?ve definitely taken a load off of me and my medical colleagues. I highly recommend! ~Candace B.
Very personable CPA. Took time to answer my questions, and offered suggestions on how to approach certain tax issues in another state. I like such people.
Excellent communication, Very Knowledgeable, Friendly,Been using for the last 2 years and will continue to use.
2nd year using him ! Great help! And very understanding! 10/10 recommend.
Very professional and informative. Will use him again next year
One of the best CPAs in the business. He really takes his time to explain all the options! Dr. Mac
Great service and I?ll definitely be using your service in the future
Great service! Will definitely be back!
Kentrell continues to impress year after year.
Thank you for your great advice and Helping me with everything has to do with cost segregation
Quality services that are on time.
Will do business again with him.
Very knowledgeable and professional.
Look for a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, which ensures they’ve passed rigorous exams and meet state requirements. Check for relevant experience in your industry, additional certifications like CFA or CMA, and membership in professional organizations like the AICPA. Verify their credentials through state licensing boards.
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.