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1471 S Main St
Santa Ana, California 92707
Excellent customer service and friendly staff
Great Place !!! Katie is super funny and Alejandro is really nice!!! They make you feel welcome!
very excellent service catherine has helped me very quickly and effectively with my auto insurance and license plate renewal is highly recommended.
Amazing service, great hours, very fast service, would totally recommend!
Cathy was very helpful and provide excellent service
VERY GOOD CUSTOMER SERVICE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
Great service, very friendly
Works really fast and everyone is very nice
Rosey Valenzuela was very professional and helpful .
fast and instant services, highly recommended
Fast. Excellent service!
(Translated by Google) The best place for car insurance and to send money, they have the best exchange rate and the service is very friendly and excellent. (Original) El mejor lugar para las aseguranza de auto y para hacer env?os de dinero tiene n el tipo de cambio los mejores costos y el servicio es muy amable y excelente
(Translated by Google) To send money they have the highest exchange rate, the people who serve are very nice and the place is very clean (Original) Para hacer env?o de dinero tienen el tipo de cambio m?s alto, las personas que atienden son muy agradables y el lugar est? muy limpio
(Translated by Google) Take my insurance, they have good service, their prices are very good, their office is very clean, very good customer service (Original) Agarre mi aseguranza tienen buen servio sus precios son mui bien su oficina mui limpia mui buena atenci?n al cliente
(Translated by Google) Excellent service, and they have the best exchange rate for money transfers!!!!?? (Original) Excelente servicio, y tienen el mejor tipo de cambio para env?os de dinero!!!!??
(Translated by Google) Excellent service...Very Friendly and Helpful. . 10 out of 10 recommended... (Original) Excellent sevicio...Muy Amables y Serviciales. . 10 de 10 recomendado...
(Translated by Google) Thank you Javi... for the good service... and also to Corina...?????????? (Original) Gracias Javi.. por el buen servicio? y tambien a Corina???????????
(Translated by Google) Thank you Javier, excellent service... you helped me with all my doubts and looked for the best insurance... (Original) Gracias Javier, un excellent servicio.. me ayudaste con todas las dudas y buscaste la mejor aseguranza ..
(Translated by Google) The service is very good and the money transfer service is the best paid in the area (Original) La atenci?n es muy buena y el servicio de env?o de dinero es el mejor pagado de la zona
(Translated by Google) Very good service and best exchange rate (Original) Muy buen servicio y mejor tipo de camvio
(Translated by Google) Super attention, I recommend it, the best prices. (Original) Super atencion, lo recomiendo los mejores precios.
(Translated by Google) Always excellent treatment and instant solutions. (Original) Excelente trato siempre y soluciones al momento.
(Translated by Google) Good service ?? (Original) Buen servicio ??
(Translated by Google) Excellent service (Original) Exelente servicio
(Translated by Google) Very good service, excellent staff, very friendly to the customer (Original) Muy buen servicio, excelente personal muy cordiales con el cliente
(Translated by Google) Very good service, they help very well, everything is perfect!! They do really great service and always attend to you quickly. (Original) Muy bien servicio, ayudan muy bien, todo perfecto!! The y hace really great service and always attened you fast .
(Translated by Google) Very good service, I recommend it especially with Cathy (Original) Muy buen servicio se los recomiendo especialmente con cathy
(Translated by Google) Good service and affordable prices I like that place the friendliness of the girls (Original) Buen servicio y precios econ?micos me gusta ese lugar la amabilidad de las chicas
(Translated by Google) Very good attention. Excellent service. Itzel la chula serves very well, highly recommended. They send texts when they receive money in Mexico (Original) Muy buena la atencion. Excelente servicio. Itzel la chula atiende muy bien muy recomendado. Mandan textos cuando en mexico reciben wl dinero
(Translated by Google) Excellent service, all the girls are super friendly and do their job to the best of their ability, service 10/10, highly recommended (Original) Excelente servicio, todas las chicas son super amables y hacen su trabajo lo mejor posible, servicio 10/10, super recomendado
(Translated by Google) Excellent service and very friendly and fast from Cathy (Original) Exelente servicio y muy amable y r?pido el de Cathy
(Translated by Google) Hello, good afternoon, my friends, I recommend this V?A office and the person who had me is a good person, given the best service here in Santa Ana California, thank you for your service. (Original) Hola buenas tardes amis amigos les recomiendo esta oficina V?A y la persona que me a tenido es una buena persona teda el mejor servicio aqu? en Santa Ana California gracias t? servicio
(Translated by Google) Good service and very fast and effective, highly recommended. Very fast shipping through Vigo and better exchange rate Itzel is very effective and has a very good sense of humor with her ohh Heavens (Original) Buen sevicio y muy rapido y effectivo muy recomendada. Envios muy rapidos por vigo y mejor tipo de cambio itzel es muy efectiva y muy buen sentido del humor con su ohh Cielos
(Translated by Google) I am going to make my shipments and they offer very good service! Super fast and friendly! (Original) Yo voy a hacer mis env?os y ofrecen muy buen servicio! Super r?pido y amables!
(Translated by Google) Excellent service from the staff and the place was very clean, I was served by Ivan (Original) Excelente servicio del personal y el lugar muy limpio, me atendi? Ivan
(Translated by Google) Good service, everything very good (Original) Buen servicio todo muy bien
(Translated by Google) Cathy is a super efficient and very kind person, thank you very much for hiring people like her, very kind and very good service,???? (Original) Cathy es una persona s?per eficiente y muy amable , muchas gracias por contratar personas como ella muy amable y muy buen servicio,????
(Translated by Google) Good service, fast shipping and very clean place (Original) Buen servicio ,Envios r?pido y el lugar muy limpio
(Translated by Google) I like this office because they serve quickly and are very friendly. Itzel is very friendly and excellent service (Original) Me gusta esta oficina por atienden r?pido y son muy amables. Itzel es muy amable y excelente servicio
(Translated by Google) I was attended to by Katy who gave me very good service, thank you (Katy) (Original) Fui atendido por Katy que me di? muy buen servicio gracias (Katy)
(Translated by Google) Very good customer service. In shipping they help us a lot and with a lot of patience. (Original) Muy buen servicio al cliente. En env?os Nos ayudan bastante y con mucha paciencia.
(Translated by Google) Miss Katy is very kind but of course I will return, they give very good service (Original) Es muy amable la se?orita Katy pero por supuesto que volver? dan muy buen servicio
(Translated by Google) Excellent service and good attention Cathy (Original) Exelente serviciioy Buena atencion Cathy
(Translated by Google) I like going there because the girls are very friendly. And the place is very nice and clean. (Original) A mi me gusta ir all? porque las muchachas son muy amables. Y el lugar es muy bonito y limpio
(Translated by Google) Caty excellent service. Very good person (Original) Caty excelente servicio. Muy buena persona
(Translated by Google) Caty and Alejandro served me very nicely, thank you very much. (Original) Me atendi? Caty y Alejandro me atendieron muy bonito muchas gracias.
(Translated by Google) Very friendly and very good service from Cathy (Original) Muy amable y muy buen servicio el de Cathy
(Translated by Google) I invite you to come to the insurens office via have excellent service, congratulations Alejandro and Katy (Original) Les invito que vengan ala oficina de insurens via tienenexelente servicio felicidades Alejandro y katy
(Translated by Google) Very good service and even more so if Caty attends to her (Original) Muy buen servicio y M?s si la atiende Caty
(Translated by Google) You have good service. Fast and patience. Low cost insurance. (Original) Vos tiene bien servicio. R?pido y paciencia. Aseguranza bajo costos.
(Translated by Google) very good service especially with miss catherine (Original) muy buen servicio especial mente con la senorita catherine
(Translated by Google) Very excellent service from Cathy (Original) Muy exelente servicio el de cathy
(Translated by Google) Shipping with the best exchange rate. The service is very nice. With Cielos (Original) Envios con el mejor tipo de cambio el trato es muy bonito. Con la Cielos
(Translated by Google) Very Good Service...Nice Agents.?? (Original) Muy Buen servicio...Agradables Agentes.??
(Translated by Google) Very good service in everything (Original) Muy buen servicio en todo
(Translated by Google) I liked Cathy's service. (Original) Me gusto el servicio de Cathy
(Translated by Google) Very good service from Alejandro ???? (Original) Muy buen servicio de parte de Alejandro ????
(Translated by Google) They helped me change the name of the car very quickly. (Original) Me ayudaron a hacer el cambio del nombre del carro muy rapido
(Translated by Google) Excellent service with Sr. Katy. (Original) Excelente servicio con la srt katy.
(Translated by Google) Nice service from Cathy (Original) Bonito serviciio el de cathy
(Translated by Google) I like the way Cathy treats me. (Original) Me gusta el trato que otorga Cathy
(Translated by Google) Very good service from Cathy (Original) Muy buen servicio el de cathy
(Translated by Google) Very good service from Kateri (Original) Muy bien servicio de kateri
(Translated by Google) Service is very fast (Original) Serv?cio es muy r?pido
(Translated by Google) I like the money transfer service (Original) Me gusta el servicio de env?os de dinero
(Translated by Google) I like Cathy's service (Original) Me gusta el servicio de cathy
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.