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2380 Drew St STE 2
Clearwater, Florida 33765
Outstanding service and client dedication! This is my second time working with LaRusa, and I am once again impressed by their professionalism and exceptional quality of work. I had the privilege of working with Daniel Linderman previously and specifically requested his assistance again this year. His expertise and attention to detail were invaluable?turning what would have been a tax liability into a refund. Daniel went above and beyond, conducting thorough research, offering insightful suggestions, and ens
I had an amazing experience working with LaRusa for my taxes this year! They made the entire process so smooth and stress-free, handling everything with professionalism and attention to detail. The team was incredibly knowledgeable and answered all my questions. I truly appreciate their expertise and efficiency--I'll definitely be coming back next year! Highly recommend to anyone looking for reliable tax services.
I am incredibly grateful for the exceptional service I received from Larusa Tax. From the very beginning, their team impressed me with their thoroughness, dedication, and genuine interest in helping me with my unique situation. As a trader working with a prop firm, I had reached out to several accounting firms, but none of them were willing to take the time to understand the complexities of my case. Only Larusa Tax took the initiative to dive deep into every detail, ensuring that all of my tax matters were
Very detailed and professional, top notch and friendly! Spanish and Russian and English speaking! Highly recommend to everyone no matter if you are a business owner or an employee. They do a great job.
I have been truly impressed by the work that Elina Linderman and her efficiently trainer personnel at La Rusa do! Elina personally made sure that all my questions are answered, her staff is quick to reply, the platform is easy to use, and they provide with such an extensive response discussing all possible variables. Thank you so much!! Highly recommend!!
It is a great company with very friendly and professional people. Is doing my taxes with their help for the second year in a row. It is always a clear and understandable process. It is a questionnaire at the beginning and you can see the estimate before something is done. So, you can easily understand the final price beforehand. I love it. This year I worked with Natalia. She is very nice, she was always ready to answer all my questions and very patient. Thank you La Rusa for your service. I will definitely
I?ve been impressed by Elina?s dedication to her clients and her attention to detail in tax preparation. Over time, I?ve had the chance to work with clients who originally came from her, and it?s clear that she?s set a high bar in the industry. Seeing the thoroughness of her work firsthand has only deepened my respect for her professionalism. Elina is truly a standout in our field.
La Rusa has changed my life! Extremely professional and knowledgeable Elina and her stuff at La Rusa. They share their experience and knowledge. They are patient and friendly and considerate Highly recommend La Rusa!
It is very interesting and informative to listen to you. I am still learning to be an accountant, but I always enjoy listening to Elina, her advice, her comments. I will definitely sign up for the webinar. Because it is difficult for a Russian to understand this system, but with Elina's help it is very accessible and easy! Very competent specialists in this company!
My 2023 taxes were prepared by La Rusa team and it was smooth and so accurate work. Also I bought some courses from them for self-employed business taxes which was a real lifesaver, thank you guys! For some of people the tax/accounting service from them could be pricey, but it definitely worth it. And just FYI the company provide health insurance services for FL residents.
We have been your clients for the second year. Everything is clear, fast and to the point. A team of professionals. Thank you!
I recently completed a Tax Preparation course with La Rusa, and I couldn't be happier with my experience! The course was well-structured, with a perfect blend of theory and practical application. Elina and Marina were incredibly knowledgeable and approachable, always ready to answer questions and provide real-world examples that made the material easier to grasp. Plus, I received a certificate for the Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP), which adds great value to my professional credentials. Overall, I hig
Amazing experience. Great customer service with personal touch and commitment to the highest level of quality. I?ve been a customer of La Rusa for a while and highly recommend their services. Particularly Olha Liashenko who?s above and beyond is second to none.
Fantastic company: great service, amazing responsiveness, qualified and dedicated team. I feel confident trusting my tax return preparation to the experts of this company. And I absolutely loved working with Natalia Domanitskaia. Highly recommend!
I highly recommend Elina as a professional in her field. I have been filing my taxes with her and her team for the third year now, both corporate and personal, and I am very satisfied! Everything is designed for client convenience: secure document transmission, constant availability for consultations, and prompt resolution of any issues. Elina is always ready to explain the complex aspects of tax legislation, and offer the best solutions for your case. I especially appreciate her ability to anticipate poten
Amazing customer service! Always very polite and nice, they will make an extra mile for you. We have been with them for several years already. It is especially great when Ilona picks up the phone, she is my favorite!Such a kind and pleasant employee is a valuable find for any business that has a communication with customers. Overall, they all are great professionals, highly recommend.
I am very pleased with the accounting services of La Rusa Tax company. Their professionalism, attentive approach to my financial matters, and promptness exceeded my expectations. They helped me with filing the declaration, provided clear explanations and recommendations. Many thanks to Natalia Domanitskaya, she answered all my questions in a timely and comprehensive manner. I recommend their services to anyone looking for a reliable accountant in the USA.
I want to thank Elina for the valuable information you share, it's ?s always so important and necessary. You are an incredible person and a true professional in your field!
Had wonderful experience with a consultation with Elina. I previously went to two other accountants and Elina was literally my last hope. She did not disappoint. She created detailed plan of action for my business with maximum tax minimization strategy. I highly recommend this business.
I'm delighted to share my experience with La Rusa. With their assistance, I felt confident in handling financial matters. La Rusa's professionalism, attention to detail, and promptness in addressing issues impressed me. Thanks Elina, Marina and Natalia , my financial processes have become more efficient and transparent. I wholeheartedly recommend La Rusa to anyone seeking a reliable partner in the accounting field.
This is a scam, not accounting services. They work with Russian-speaking people and scam them out of money. We applied to file a declaration. The declaration is very simple, the time to submit it is 10 minutes. Initially, it was said that the cost was $250, but when we created a personal account in their company, the amount increased to $1000. I didn?t respond to their message for 2 days, and they sent me the next invoice for $850. It?s unclear why they reduced the price. When I started calling other specia
I would like to express my deep gratitude to Elina. During the busy tax season, she takes the time to respond and help other tax professionals. I was faced with a situation that I could not solve on my own and turned to Elina. After 5 minutes, I received qualified help for free. In addition, I asked many additional questions, and received answers to all of them. As a tax professional, I appreciate the high standards of service that Elina and her team provide! I highly recommend La Rusa to everyone.
La Rusa has been extremely helpful when it comes to filing taxes and I am very happy with their services. Elina and the team make taxes understandable and easy for young people like me. They are wonderful and always take care of me! 10/10 recommend.
DON?T go to La Rusa for taxes! I was a client of Elina?s for years, until she become very rude and unprofessional. Once anything goes wrong, she will not assume any responsibility. She will not have your back, she won?t take responsibility for anything, she won?t guide you through any problems you may encounter, over all making her untrustworthy and unreliable! She caused me to be audited and didn?t even answer my phone calls regarding the letters I received. She provided absolutely no guidance regarding t
Thanks Larusa company and Elina personally! She is a true professional! All team is great and I really appreciate their professionalism and attention to the clients! Thank you a lot! You solved a lot of things which I didn?t know how to act! I highly recommend their service!
I do not recommend La Rusa for cooperation or consultation at all. I had to work with them and I know what I'm talking about. Having contacted them as a client who does not understand anything about taxes, and they position themselves as specialists, I received a disrespectful attitude from the employees towards me, constantly postponing my question for a week in advance. Rude and aggressive communication with their main manager, which subsequently led to a delay in paying taxes through no fault of my own!
They are the best! All staff members are very experienced and friendly. Their services? prices are very fair. I definitely recommend La Rusa.
I use La Rusa services with multiple consultations for 2 years now and some of my decisions are based on consultations BEFORE action. I never had any problem with company and sincerely think that La Rusa is my favorite and best experience finding specialist by Instagram. I had multiple consultations even before coming to US. I will continue to use their service, because I?m totally happy with professionalism and work of La Rusa and Elina herself. And to all those who says that Elina is rude, I have no idea
Thank you Elina and the team for an incredible experience.
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This company is a perfect team! They can demonstrate proficiency at an extra high level. It doesn't matter what you are asking - tax declaration, consultation or courses - they will help you with a warranty. Very polite and professional people. Extra helpful!
I had the pleasure of working with Natalia Domanitskaia from LaRusa recently, and I must say, it was an exceptional experience. Natalia's expertise in navigating complex taxation legislation was evident from the start. As someone who was tackling tax-related matters for the first time, Natalia's guidance was invaluable. One of Natalia's standout qualities is her meticulous attention to detail coupled with a strong commitment to ethical standards. She not only focuses on solving immediate issues but also id
Outstanding services by Elina and her team! I had an IRS audit and Elina fought for every dollar, although I prepared my tax return myself. Result - minimal adjustments plus Elina was able to negotiate a penalty waiver. I highly recommend this company to everyone.
I had an excellent experience with the tax services provided by La Rusa, thanks to the exceptional assistance of Katy and Daniel. Their prompt responses and attention to detail made the tax filing process much smoother than I expected, even if I submitted my tax documents very close to the official deadline during their busiest time. They were able to answer all of my questions and concerns, which was incredibly helpful. I highly recommend their services to anyone in need of tax assistance. Thank you, Katy
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I had an opportunity to work with these girls and they are magnificent and professional. Everything is clear and in time. Still following Elina (owner) always interesting information about taxes?If you are looking for a good accountant - you are in the right place!!!
Good afternoon! I used the services of Elina's company! I can say that Elina is a professional! Every little thing is important to Elina! All my questions were answered at the consultation, quickly, professionally, and to the point. Elina is doing a good job, but be prepared to pay! But absolutely - it's worth the money!
If you want your taxes and finances to be safe contact only this firm! Skilled professionals with high level of service and knowledge! Recommended??
Just had my taxes prepared here. Wow! What a service! They are extremely knowledgeable and deliver exactly was what promised. I will recommend Elina and her team to all my friends.
The dream team ?? For several years I work with La Rusa. This year Natalia Domanitskaia worked on my declaration. Everything is perfect as usual. Thank you for your position, help and support! ????
The best Tax channel ever I have followed in my life. La Rusa is professional Tax company who provides clear guidance, answered all my questions and gives high quality education ! Thank you, Elina, Marina, Mary, Ilona, Natasha? and ?Larisa? (I know you know what I mean ;) ) for high quality of knowledge and CE for tax preparation! Love you guys. My every day starts with you, not with cup of coffee ??
Elina is the best accounter, she professional knowing everything about the taxation, she helped me many times with my weird tax questions, big thanks! Highly Recommended !!!
La Rusa Tax team has been helping us for two years, they are professionals in their job and only the best experience through the process (yes, we tried others, but backed to them) Thank you!
I have been using La Rusa services three years now. I really like working with them because they go an extra mile to make sure that everything is in order. My taxes were prepared by Mary this time and it was great working with her because she paid great attention to every detail.
Thank you so much to all the amazing professionals who work in LaRusa! It has been a pleasure working with you. LaRusa is a team of highly skilled professionals who are experts in their field: Financial Planning and Accounting Excellence 100% Dedicated. GAAP Compliant! LaRusa?s team has developed courses and trainings programs for their audience, which are conducted in order to educate their clients and anyone who is interested in learning more about business, taxation, budgeting, tax planning and more! LaR
I've been following Elina on Instagram since fall 2021. You can find a lot of useful information on her social media accounts to learn more about taxes in the United States. When my family came to the US, I knew that we would be preparing our tax documents only at LaRusa, which we did, of course. Elina and her team are professionals in their area and you can easily trust them.
Elina is one of the knowledgeable people in her profession I have ever met. She is not only knowledgeable but also willing to share in her social media, I have learned a lot from just watching her! Thank you for everything you are doing for Ukraine these hard days! Thank you for all the info you are sharing in your blog for Russian speaking community!
Elina and her team doing the absolutely great job! If you need to pay taxes, open the business or help with the last Elina helps you in the best way as it possible. If you want clear, specific and the most accurate help with doing your business, filling and applying your declarations, and accounting, by contacting here you will be most satisfied with the service and quality of it. Definitely recommend!
The amount of knowledge I have received from this company doesn?t compare to any other tax professionals. I am grateful to Elina and her company for helping me understand taxation and be able to file taxes properly. I recommend this company to anyone who needs to learn about taxes and/or do taxes. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
I love well-organized people! The team is highly professional! Elina is honest, straightforward, and transparent-what I appreciated!
Elina and her team are amazing - everyone should go to them! They will answer any questions you have which include complex tax or financial issues. They will go out of their way to ensure you are happy and understand the whole picture! Whether you just want your personal taxes done,or you have a business, rental properties, etc -- this team has your answer. They are extremely friendly, upbeat, and I would highly recommend them to anyone!
First time doing my taxes through the company and I am very pleased. Thorough communication, speedy service and knowledgeable employees. Strongly recommend to everyone!
Highly recommend! Elina is very experienced and knowledgeable professional, always friendly, and she is definitely the one who really cares about her clients. Her La Rusa is the most helpful and highly qualified tax and accounting team for sure!
Very professional and knowledgeable staff. They will always explain very complicated topics in a very simple way so you as a client can easy understand what are your options. Working with La Rusa can easy safe you time and money :) Highly recommended!
Absolutely unprofessional! Every time I tried to contact the company, different people kept respond me. One of them her son Daniel, who couldn?t read and had hard time in understand how many W2 forms I sent to them. Finally the owner said she would be doing my tax preparation. She took $175 upfront and stopped responding, she was never returning my calls or responding to my emails. Finally I found another CPA and asked Elina how much I had to pay her. She did not respond as well, as did not send the receipt
Absolutely unprofessional! I never received my service but received debt from collection! Initially they mixed up me with somebody else and stopped responding to my emails and call phones. I tried to reach them out by email phone calls but they never returning my calls back or responding my email. They didn?t send receipt or agreement. Moreover when they recognized they never responded to me , they did my taxes return incorrectly. Due to they stop responding I was running late to file my tax return. Theref
Thank you Lena for doing our taxes for the year of 2020! We were pleased to work with you and will definitely come back next year. In the past me and my husband were receiving tax services from different tax companies. After we found out about La Rusa and Elina we were amazed of the knowledge and experience that they have. We were provided with the best experience ever! I wish we found them at the beginning of our ?tax journey?. Separate thank you to Elina for private consultation and guiding us in the ri
Lina and Team are always my go to people for my small business tax needs. They are worth their weight in gold and are the best of the best. I send everyone to them- and tell them it is a must for every business owner to have a member of the la Rusa team on your side.
I only trust @larusa and it?s associates to prepare tax returns for my family! They will do the work as it should be done by law! Thank you!!
Elina and her team have been absolutely great! La Rusa handles everything for my company: payroll, bookkeeping, taxes, etc. They don't just crunch numbers, they look out for my best interests. Very frequently I get calls with reminders and even recommendations on how to save money for my business. They helped me implement new system for employees reimbursement, they advised me on a better system to store receipts. I am very greatful for their hard work. I know they got my back and are looking out for my b
I strongly recommend avoiding this place. The owner Elina is extremely rude, unprofessional, and very unresponsive once you actually pay her money. The only responses that you will find from her are not even related to taxes, if you want to go see for yourself just scroll through her social media. Also, many review here appear to be fake, if you scroll down and look at all of the 1 and 2 star reviews they have 10-20 upvotes, meaning that a lot of people share the same sentiment. As opposed to 5-star review
Very experienced and friendly staff. Elina and her team were very accommodating to my busy schedule scheduling late appointment for me. I got lots of valuable information about corporate and personal tax return issues I had. I was originally referred to them by a friend who has been using their services for over 12 years. I was glad I came in for a consultation. Somehow Elina has a way of making accounting and tax return preparation to be fun. Looking forward to working with them for years to come.
Very knowledgeable specialists. Always ready to delve into the issue and help figure it out. They constantly update their knowledge and stay abreast of all tax changes, which I believe is very important and sets them apart favorably.
Amazing! Emailed my documents in the morning, in about an hour I received a call from a very nice receptionist telling me that everything is done! Never had to lift a finger. Direct deposit in my account in just 10 days! Can't be better than that. Very affordable and highly recommended for tax preparation! Thank you La Rusa and the team.
Elina is the best accountant that I?ve ever known. She is very professional, knowledgeable and she has huge Wikipedia in her head, she?s always ready to answer all of your questions and give you explanations about your situation. I highly recommend her services and her company! She?s very good at what she does. Good luck ??
Elina has been my trusted adviser for several years now.? I found her on my friend's referral and was very happy that I did. She is very bright and always keeps up with ever changing tax code. She has been able to answer any of complicated questions I had for her.? She is also always willing to do research, if necessary.? I haven't had any problems with IRS or any of my vendors since hiring her to handle my company books, payroll, and my taxes.
I was surprised! It?s a very nice place, very warm employees, polite and so important is that they were very attentive to me and my taxes, Elina found 5 mistakes of my previous one accountant and fixed it, thank you very much for that. Marina told that if IRS would find these mistakes I?ll get the red flag and a huge fine. Guys, thank you very much again and I will recommend you to all my friends!
After seven years in US , I was changing accountants almost every year . Finally , at LaRusa , I got very clear and simple explanations on my tax questions, that I expected from previous ones, and profesionally done tax return . Looks like will stay here . Thank you Katy , Daniel , Elina !!! Highly recomended !
Great quick work!! Many years use LaRusa service and highly recommended!!
Great service from La Rusa's team. I'm so glad that my friends recommended them. My books were such a mess and they got me up to speed, filed my taxes on time, and put me on payroll. Elina personally calls me to remind me when next payroll is due and I need this kind of attention because I am not extremely organized person. It's good to know that I have La Rusa to support me with my business.
Extremely knowledgeable and professional team. True experts in accounting and taxation. I was fortunate to work together on projects. Elina and her team were incredibly helpful and informative. I would highly recommend La Rusa, the most reliable and qualified tax practitioners in Central Florida.
Professionals of the La Rusa company are the best !!! We use the services of the company for several years. The team and Ellina work quickly, competently and clearly! These are real professionals! I and my husband recommend it.
Just had my taxes prepared by La Rusa and was very pleasantly surprised to get a refund, and a nice one at that. The staff is highly qualified, professional, and very friendly. They make tax time a pleasure. I would highly recommend La Rusa for even the simplest of tax returns because their fees are very reasonable and they are extremely efficient. Now if only the IRS could work as fast. :-)
Elina and her team were recommended to me by my friends who are their clients as well. I follow Elina on Instagram and she seems to stay up to date with all the new laws and changes in tax codes. Also, Elina donates to Ukraine and hire Ukrainians, which is very important for me personally. Now, when I hire a professional I expect them to work for the benefit of the client and consequently for the company?s benefit as well. I expect them to be proficient in their field and ask a client questions, not another
Extremely professional and knowledgeable Elina and her stuff at La Rusa. They've been doing my family taxes and all bookkeeping for over 4 years and I'm very pleased with the results. Highly recommend!
That's just awesome, I work with this office for a long time, so helpful, so caring... I so appreciate their job. Today, they helped me to sign up for health insurance, thanks! And it's a tax season at the conor... I'll be right back @La Rusa ????
Elina and her team are incredible tax professionals! I got a lot of information not only on how to file taxes, but many tips on how to make my next return even more efficient. Elina is very responsive, and answers all questions herself!
I've been using La Rusa for over 10 years. They provide fast friendly service at a good price. The staff is very knowledgeable and courteous. The new office is at a convenient location and plenty of parking is available.
I would not recommend this place to anyone who is preparing anything anything beyond a simple 1040EZ form, in which case you should honestly use a tax software and save yourself a lot of money. Because anything more complicated will result in confusion and lack of clear response and guidance from the staff. The staff, which by the way is only comprised of slavic-origin employees who barely speak English. The owner herself, Elina, barely does taxes anymore. She focuses most of her time making instagram and
Great job, team of professionals. I'm very glad that I found you. Thanks Elina and your team. You are the best in the USA Toda raba.
The best most knowledgeable tax and accounting team in Tampa Bay area. I have been working very closely with them and they helped me with the most amazing advises that saved me and my company very significant amount of money. The owner, Elina Linderman, responds to calls even on weekends and holidays. I recommend them as highly professional and I am giving them the best review possible, 5++++ stars.
If I had an option to give 0 stars to this business I would definitely do. This is a company is a joke with extremely unprofessional staff. On each tax returns work different people and they do not aware of each other who did what and they are not able to put even a note for an other employee how many w2 does the customer have for example or what matter was asked to pay attention at and they are going over and over the same things which makes you feel that now they will ruin everything with the IRS for y
we had a consultation with Marina today, we are happy that we turned to her. Answered all our questions, thank you! Elina, you have a super company! Sincerely, Lyudmyla Kozlova
Because of a number of communication problems, I did not get a service that I could recommend. After many attempts to figure it out, we were redirected to a senior specialist. (It was also difficult to contact, every time I called Specialist was busy and promised to call back, but I haven?t received any). With a senior specialist discussed questions which left and turns out that we potentially lost $3600. No suggestions was offered. I didn't hear enough confidence in the conversations and specialists were
It is so good to know that someone always has my back! Super professional, friendly, knowledgeable, such a pleasure to deal with. I don't worry about my income taxes or Obamacare at all because I know La Rusa has the most knowledgeable team. Thanks a lot!
La Rusa has provided outstanding services and they are trust worthy as well. I am extremely satisfied with La Rusa. Elina and her staff are very friendly and always willing to answer all the questions. Thank You so much for your help !!!
La Rusa's team is the best! I have been using Elina's services for over 10 yea now After I moved from Florida, she continued doing my personal taxes (including various states) as I simply cannot imagine trusting anyone else. La Rusa's call back time is outstanding and Elina has called me herself multiple times from her personal cell phone after work hours to resolve issues that came up. I love how she takes care of us. All emails with tax returns are always secured with extra password protection which i
This is the best accounting service I've ever met. The same I can say about insurance field. For La Rusa's team , the client is always first, and his/her case is very important/ They work with everyone individually, solving the client's task as effectively as possible. I strongly recommend La Rusa and Elina Linderman to everyone!
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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.
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