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709 N Douglas St
El Segundo, California 90245
I have been working with John Weldon's office for years, and they have been doing a great job handling my personal and business taxes, along with providing some related advice under their purview. Everyone at his office has been friendly, and they are great and following up with me on deadlines, among other things, to keep me accounted and timely with my filings. Thank you for your hard work! It is hard to find a trusted CPA and John's firm is definitely one to trust!
CPA John Weldon and his staff helped us tremendously with our tax needs. With our mother?s passing last year, we were faced with a complex tax situation which included her personal taxes, as well as a trust involving four heirs and two properties sold in two states. John and those at his firm were professional, easy to work with and expedient. We?d highly recommend them.
John and his team have been my go-to tax preparers for 6 years. I'm a designer and illustrator and juggle investments, Schedule-C's, W-2s, and more?and have always been well-advised by John and his team. I've always felt confident I'm getting precise and knowledgeable advice, my return is being prepared with exacting detail, and I feel comfortable asking questions. I also appreciate how easy and organized the uploading process is for my documents. I've recommended John to many friends and colleagues, and a
John Weldon and his team have prepared our state and federal taxes for 8 years, and we have never had any issues. They are organized, timely, and responsive, even when we have not been as timely in getting them required materials. When we need to call John, regardless whether it is a busy tax season or not, we get a call back with personalized attention and knowledge. He has provided us great advice over the years in regards to many technical areas of tax law and deducations, and we have been pleased with h
I've had a great experience with Vicky Wang from John Weldon CPA! She has been very responsive and prompt with communication, answering all of my questions thoroughly and succinctly. My taxes were filed very quickly and I am very grateful for the comprehensive support!
John Weldon and Tina have always been great to work with and they truly care about their clients. After my father passed in 2020, I needed help with his estate taxes. They both made navigating that difficult time easier. I now use them for my personal taxes and I couldn't be happier! Thank you so much!
Have been working with Vicky Wang at this Accountant group for the last two years cor both my business and personal taxes. She has been great. She has been very quick and responsive to emails and questions. Everything is done in a timely manner. I would highly recommend
Every year doing our taxes with another preparer felt like a nightmare. My husband and I took a chance with John Weldon. It was very easy. Tina prepared our taxes. I am normally timid to ask questions but Tina was very responsive, kind and patient. Her customer service and professionalism far exceeded our expectations when nowadays that seems like a rarity. We look forward to doing business with John Weldon?s office next year!
John, Tina, and his team are the best. He runs a very smooth tax process and always takes the time to answer our questions while providing future-looking advice. He is pragmatic, realistic, and data-based. Highly recommended!
I have had the pleasure of John Weldon being our CPA for last 10 years and looking forward to his services for years to come. He knows my industry (Entertainment) more than any accountant I've dealt with in the past. He always makes the right suggestions and is always the for a solution or advise on financial decisions. I highly recommend John W. Weldon to handle your taxes and any other financial services a CPA can offer.
I have known John Weldon for over thirty years. He and his office have always been helpful and knowledgeable assisting me and my family with our taxes and financial planning. Great service!
Working with Vicky in the last year has been a great experience! She?s been informative, incredibly responsive and efficient with all of our tax filing needs. Happy to have found them!
John Weldon CPA has been our business accountant for over ten years now. They're attentive, knowledgeable, thorough, and great at addressing any of my questions, concerns, thoughts. Many thanks to John, Vicky and the whole team!
Tina and John really made my estate tax experience super easy. Very patient with me, helpful and friendly service. I was really unfamiliar with my role as an estate administrator filing taxes and they walked me through the process beautifully along with my probate attorney and staff. Thank you, Tina and John!
I have been a client with John W Weld Firm for many years. I have to file both W2 and 1099 Vicky have been an excellent CPA. Very knowledgeable, fast and efficient. Totally recommended.
Mr. John W. Weldon, PFS, CPA, MBA firm. Thank you so much for helping me out with my tax return. Everyone, at his firm was polite, and answered all my questions. Even, when I did not make appointment. Thank you so much to Alice Tran Staff Accountant for your professional services . I appreciate it very much. Thank you. Have a great day everybody. Carmen Taylor
I have worked with John Weldon and his staff for years to file my annual taxes! His office and his staff are very professional and responsive. They have made my tax filing less stressful and seamless. Thank you!
John Weldon and his staff, particularly, Vicky, are amazing! Always quick to respond and very helpful. It's important to feel confident with one's accountant... and that's exactly how I feel with John W. Weldon CPA!!
John Weldon and his team provide excellent accounting services, are super repsonsive and reliable (having used them to prepare complex returns involving real estate). I highly recommend them!
I have been using their services for several years now, and they've been immensely helpful with tax filing and other tax-related questions. Great rates and quick filing. I'm very unfamiliar with the process, and they've helped walk me through any questions, and I really appreciated that.
I have gone to Weldon for 2 years now and they are by the books which is exactly what I look for. They were able to answer all my questions and Mr. Weldon himself got on a call with me when I had niche questions. I recommend.
Reached out for assistance as my husband and I are newly married and looking for help doing our W4 (it?s confusing as joint filers) and then also for doing our taxes next year (I?ve always just used TurboTax as a single filer). Office refused to do their free consultation (which is understandable) but then when asked how much the service cost, they said they don?t do it for new customers. Strangest interaction I?ve ever had. Is this not the entire purpose of their job? I guess we will take our business els
Great working with Vicky. Quick, easy and efficient. Office very friendly and patient with help for computer challenged me.
We have been working with Vicky Wang at John Weldon's office for at least 5 years now. Super efficient and friendly. Always answers all questions, and has taxes for 2 businesses and personal taxes done expeditiously every year. Thank you!
I have only used Mr. Weldon for a few years. i wish I found them sooner. In this day and age I have 100% trust in him and his crew. I wouldn?t allow anybody else to do my taxes.!
I worked with John and his team for 9yrs and switched to a new CPA after the office became more and more disorganized with different parts of my taxes being handled by different people. My gut feeling was something was off with my corporate calculations but I was assured the new calculations were correct. My new accountant and I were appalled to find I had overpaid $26,000 in taxes and had missed the deadline for a corporate tax benefit due to their disorganization. Completely unacceptable for an accounting
My husband and I have needed a lot of advice and help with filing taxes, including late and very late filings. Since we own (very modest) income properties in several states, it gets complicated fast. John and his staff have always been very patient, friendly and helpful. John has also represented us to the IRS and negotiated plans for settlement and repayment to them that made a huge difference to both our finances and peace of mind. He has also offered much-appreciated assistance in our financial plannin
I had a 911 tax issue and John solved it immediately for me. Great office and very experienced tax guru. Highly recommend.
Have really enjoyed working with Vicky. Super clear communication, very responsive. On top of it! Thank you!
Weldon's team is super-responsive, helpful, and always explains things clearly. Highly recommend!
After our CPA of 2 years went MIA, my husband and I went on a deep search for new representation and between no call backs, lack of follow-up and disorganization, we discovered that it wasn't going to be as straight forward as we had hoped. That is until I contacted John Weldon's office and spoke to Cathy who was very professional and forthcoming in terms of their process which I found refreshing. In fact, Cathy provided a VERY competitive quote based on our need and CONFIRMED the fee BEFORE moving forward.
I wish I could -1. They messed up my taxes in 2016 and still battling to get them fixed eight years later. I had to hire Legal Team and pay thousands of $$$$$ to take legal actions because they will not stay liable for this mistake and I am owning IRS almost $80,000 due to their incompetence. They argue the statute of limitations. Avoid at any cost.
As a small business owner in media, I'm so grateful to have found such a great CPA firm to help us navigate our taxes and overall fiscal planning needs!
Tina was great in assisting me, assess my situation, and helped me file an extension last minute.
The firm is super responsive and answers all my questions without hesitation. Plus they're fast.
Honestly, I had put a little effort Into using TurboTax to ?save money.? After noodling around I realized that, for me, I?m more comfortable having a live professional prepare them and, with both federal AND state returns, I wasn?t cutting out that much cost. And as previously, super-easy portal for document uploads, and great customer service. It?s worth it!
We are very happy with John Weldon. I am a professional number cruncher who used to do taxes myself via TurboTax ? but could not really figure out taxes the way John does? he is not cheap , he charges a premium but the service he delivers is worth every dollar.
Weldon CPA has been doing my parents taxes for decades and now we are using them. They are thorough, patient, and do an excellent job. We get a quick completion and they ask all the questions to give us the best results. Highly recommend John Weldon.
I have had an excellent experience working with John Weldon's CPA firm over the past year. I opened my own business last year and on our first call, Mr Weldon took the time to answer all of my accounting and tax questions pertaining to my corporation. Vicky Wang and Cynthia Shao handled my personal and business tax preparation; they were both very efficient, clear communicators and very easy to work with. Highly recommend.
Vicky with John are exceptional when it comes to taxes. They made it very clear and easy for me when it comes to anything tax related. Vicky provided helpful guidance, detailed financial analysis, and thorough quality service. I recommend everyone to John & Vicky who needs their taxes done!!
I was looking for a tax preparer that I could count on at different times throughout the year not just at tax time! What I like the most about the team is they are always available to give me advice and take time to get my taxes done right. I think what sets them apart from other firms is they get to know you and your ever-changing tax situations. Vicky and Cathy have always done a great job on my taxes, in fact, I recently hired the firm for a special project and as usual they did a great job. I highly rec
Tina, Vicky, and John have been a pleasure to work with over the years. They are very communicative and on top of things. My returns are always done on a timely basis with quality of service!
John and his team are great to work with. I have been with them for over 15 years and they are very easy to work with.
Highly recommend! After 35+ years our accountant retired. We were so fortunate to have been referred to a most thorough and knowledgable tax accountant office staffed with kind and thoughtful professionals. We are completely satisfied with the services provided by John W. Weldon, CPA and his accommodating staff. We highly recommend their services. Both John and Cathy were so helpful and responsive to all of our questions, responding in a very timely fashion. Good luck to all who need the expertise John We
Very reliable firm, have worked with them for 3 years now. Fair price, responsive via emails and pretty efficient on timelines. Highly recommend them
I've been working with John over a year now and he is great. Knowledgeable, professional, kind, easy to understand. He's filed my taxes and I've done a tax planning session with him. It was worth the fee because it will help me save thousands on my tax payments.
Quick replies, easy communication, fast and easy process for something do daunting for a new business owner.
We have been working with Cynthia the past 2 years. She is meticulous but not overburdening, she responds promptly and gets to the point. Very professional. John Weldon firm provides excellent service!
My mother and I find John Weldon to be extremely helpful and patient in preparing our taxes. His staff is friendly and ready to assist you in any way possible. John and his staff are very professional. We have been with them for years and have been very happy.
We have been using this firm for our Medical Practice for a couple of years now, and they have been great. Tina is our accountant and she has been wonderful. Vicky has also been taking care of some of our Corporation tax filings and she has also done a great job.
We've been very happy with our experience working with John Weldon CPA & staff. Our contact Cynthia is responsive to our questions and needs, and we feel confident that our tax preparation is in good hands.
I've used John for both my personal taxes and my corporate taxes for several years now. I have always been satisfied with the quality of service. He even went out of his way one year to let me know I was paying my management company far more then the average. His attention to detail and level of care makes him and his team an excellent choice.
I've been a customer of John Weldon for over 20 years. John and has team handle our personal income taxes, as well as our Corporation and payroll taxes. I feel confident that the information they give me helps me better manage my business and maximize our allowable expenses to help save money. They are very professional, thorough and responsive. I would highly recommend them for tax filings, consultations, investments, retirement accounts, and more.
We've been using John Weldon for a lot of years, and have always had a good experience. I fully trust they do a great job, are patient and very thorough, and honestly don't know what I would do without them. Totally worth it!
It was a great experience working with Cathy and Cynthia at John W. Weldon CPA. I needed my taxes done for my two businesses and my personal. I was aready late and unprepared. Cynthia was very patient with me and worked with me every step of the way. I really appreciate that. Thank you
We have used John Weldon for tax preparation for over 5 years and are very happy with his work. It is a pleasure working with John and his office staff. He turns our pile of 1099s, receipts and other documents into into correct Federal and California tax returns in less than an hour. He always looks at every possible way to file and picks the best. Richard and Susan Silvera
John and staff are quick and helpful. They assist me in solving problems and prepare my taxes with great attention to detail. I feel confident knowing my taxes have been prepared properly. Thanks, John and Cynthia!
The employees are very kind and willing to answer any questions you have. In the past, I have worked with accountants who were unfortunately stern, cantankerous, and appeared to charge more. Tax preparation is stressful enough - it's good to have an accounting company that's knowledgeable and competent, but above all, pleasant and helpful. I always mention John Weldon to friends and family because there appear to be many accountants in this town that are careless, unreliable or unpleasant. I've worked with
Have been doing my taxes with John for over a decade. Happy with the service - John and his staff have been able to accomodate my schedule and have always been able to answer questions quickly, provide advice when needed and get the taxes done on time.
Made thousands of dollar mistake on my tax return that I noticed. When questioned, they insisted it was correct. Only after asking again for them to review, they noticed it was a mistake. Filed my tax extension without my knowledge or consent. Shady business, do not use.
John is the ultimate tax professional. He takes a sincere interest in seeing you get the best tax outcome for you. John's rates are reasonable for the level of tax expertise he brings to the table. I have been using John for seven years and will use him again this year as well. I really have not found a better tax preparer than John and I wish him great success.
Have had them file taxes for me and my business for 2 years now, always quick, efficient, and willing to provide detailed information. Cathy is always able to answer any questions I have, even during the year after filing taxes. Highly recommend! Cathy makes filing taxes quick and painless
Last year was first time I met John W. Weldon CPA. The person who had been doing my tax work had passed away and I asked a friend recommend someone for me. My friend enthusiastically recommended John. I met with him to discuss my 2013 Tax return. I found him friendly, intelligent, and very knowledgeable. His firm has forms for clients to fill in to enable him to do the return. Being 89 years old at the time I had developed what for me a simpler form. I submitted my form to him, along with some commun
Cathy did a fantastic job. Our tax situation was getting out of hand and I reached out only a few weeks before the tax deadline. Saved us a lot of money and time with a reasonable quote and she told me exactly what paperwork or information to send over the course of a few weeks. Will be returning.
John Weldon and his team have been nothing short of fantastic in their service for both myself and my wife over the past few years. They are incredibly professional, responsive, detail oriented, and go above and beyond in their efforts. You won't find a better CPA group. Many thanks!
John Weldon is simply the best in the business. I personally and professionally recommend him. A+. I came to him distraught and in need of help, guidance and compassion. I cannot thank him enough. His wisdom and knowledge helped me go from a very bad situation to everything becoming better than I ever dreamed!
Very easy to work with. They explained my taxes and did a great job filing for me. I felt very comfortable with them. They finished quickly and accurately.
John Weldon along with Tina are the best CPA?s in the country. I?ve been with them 15+ years and have had extreme success with accounting thanks to their guidance and help. Craig D.
John Weldon is very knowledgeable about taxes which is extremely important to me as a real estate broker. I am more than satisfied with his professionalism and attention to details. He also has a wonderful team that works for him.
We have been using John Weldon for 3 years now. He and his staff are by far the most helpful, pleasant and professional you will find. John even responded to our needs on his days off just so we would get our answers to our questions promptly. HIGHLY RECOMMEND
I have worked with various firms around the United States, and I can enthusiastically offer that the professionalism and expertise displayed by everyone at John W. Weldon is one-of-a-kind!! During my first encounter, I shared a conversation with Cathy. She displayed an in-depth knowledge of tax strategy, legal compliance, and overall financial acumen that is rare. If you want a true partner, you should strongly consider John W. Weldon!
I used to hate getting my taxes done but now that I go to John Weldon I don't mind at all. John puts you at ease and does all the work for you. I had a very late document come in a day after having my appointment and I brought it into the office. It was taken care of for no extra cost. I highly recommend John Weldon.
Fantastic accounting services. A truly fabulous CPA and staff, the very best
John Weldon and the people that work with him are really great to work with. Accounting is not my favorite thing to do and they make it very matter of fact and low stress. And do a great job for a fair price. I recommend this firm to friends, family, and you.
Thank you John and staff. I needed you most after my Dad's passing and wasn't sure about taxes on inheritance. I've been with you now for 5 years, and you've helped us with the tax hurdles that I personally don't understand for the life of me. You have such a kind and knowledgeable team, and I'm happy you're so close by and I can call anytime with questions. Thanks again!
I was referred to John by a very close friend 3 years ago. He helps me with my business and personal taxes. John and his staff are very knowledgeable, competent, personable and curteous. I am very happy about my decision to switch to his firm.
Very Knowledgeable CPA especially in this massive change in our tax laws. He is kind and he and his people are especially patient and friendly I look forward to work with John in this momentous change in our taxes. We still need a great guide to help us through the mire.
I've been using John Weldon now for 5 years and I find John and Vicky and Andrew even from the first few years makes me feel more than confident about my tax filings. I know I saved as much money possible using the John Weldon CPA firm in Santa Monica California Michael S
Always great service - Tina took great care of me this year in preparing my taxes. She patiently answered my questions, dutifully checked my documentation, and helped me through every step of the process. Thank you!
John Weldon has been my accountant for over 25 years. I have always had complete trust in him and I've never been disappointed. Even during the current covid-19 crisis they have been exemplary. I'm very grateful
Fast to respond, knowledgeable and very easy to deal with.
John, Tina and team provide excellence tax filing services. They take the time to review all of my documents and answer any questions. I highly recommend them!
John has been preparing my taxes for several years. I've worked with many CPAs over the years both personally and professionally for my business needs and John is by far the best. I would recommend his services to anyone.
I have used John for 20 plus years and will continue to do so. The service John provides is worth its weight in gold, I have never had any problems whatsoever. I highly recommend John and his team.
John Weldon was professional, and knowledgeable about my particular situation. The office staff was friendly and courteous. I would not hesitate to recommend John to friends and family.
I went to John when our old family retainer and CPA passed away. Over the past couple of years John and his staff have provided excellent timely service. I have been very pleased with work and council.
John and team have helped my family with taxes for the past few years and it has been an easy, smooth, and quick experience each time. Much appreciated and thank you!
Appreciate your professional service and prompt response. Thank you for your assistance.
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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.