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205 Chester Ave
Bakersfield, California 93301
Quick response time via phone, was given an immediate appointment to come in within an hour to avoid any delays. Immediately greeted and welcomed into the place of business. As I sat I felt so relaxed seeing so many beautiful plants, there was helpful information on display of the services they provide at Mi Casita, Liz, was incredibly great she reviewed and gave me an estimate in prompt time. Best place to do your income taxes, I was gifted a T-Shirt of the business and concert tickets for an upcoming eve
Mi Casita is hands down the best location to do your Taxes this year! It was very welcoming and staff is super friendly. Didn't have a long wait time! Was in & out in less than an hour. I was satisfied with my return which is the most important thing. Tell your friends & family and get them Tax returns done right ?
Hands Down the Best Service! They are very attentive and answer any questions. The whole staff is amazing!! Liz, Rosa, Blanch Maria are awesome !! ?? recommend getting your taxes here !!
I had to find a new tax preparer and found this place through a Google search. I had an appointment with Rosa and will return next year. She was professional yet personable. She explained everything clearly in a way I understood and had me review all the information she filled out to make sure there were no errors. Although i didnt have direct interaction with the other staff they had a friendly demeanor and I would recommend this office!??
Have been preparing my taxes with Rosa for past five years after having her recommended by other friends. She is very thorough in her job explaining each item to make sure I understand it and made sure I got the best possible tax return. Later on, I went back for notary services, as well as sending money to my family in Mexico. The women there are fully knowledgeable, patient, and quick with their services. 10/10 recommend, will be going back for future services.
I have been doing my taxes with mi casita for the last couple of years and absolutely love their great customer service.! Patricia Guerrero has done mine the last two years and is very effective and friendly. I appreciate all her help so much.!! Highly recommend ??
My experience at mi casita taxes was amazing! Initially went in to do my taxes Liz was super helpful and informative. She answered and explained in detail every question I had and got me what I believe to be the best possible refund I could possibly have. While there I learned they had notary service. If you need anything notarized I definitely recommend this place! Tory was wonderful and helped get all my paperwork signed in order and sent off to their destination! 10/10 I'll be back for sure!
I'd like to recommend Mi Casita Taxes for all your tax needs as well as for sending money to your home country or even notary services. All the ladies there are very knowledgeable, patient and their customer service is just outstanding!! Highly recommend Rosa and Liz.
I am very grateful for mi casita.! Patricia Guerrero did my taxes these last few years and I was very satisfied with her dedication to making me feel comfortable knowing exactly what she was doing and allowing me to ask any questions.Thank you so much.!! Definitely should go with them.!
Easy appointment on line. I was in and out in half an hour. Patricia Guerrero was a great help in preparing my Taxes. I've been going w them since 2013, Thanks Mi Casita Taxes! ??
Always happy to know when I go to Mi Casita Taxes, everyone is professional, knowledgeable on different services like car insurances, divorce as well as notary service. I am grateful to have such professionals in my corner at all times. Thank you!
My wife and I have been doing our taxes for over five years here. We love the hospitality we receive EVERYTIME. Great staff that knows what their doing and get it done quickly. Irreplaceable .
Highly recommend this place for your taxes i been coming here for years it was recommended by a friend. Only down side you do wait a bit but i would be worried if i wouldnt lol thank you Liz and Patty and all staff for always being friendly and professional
Excellent service, quick and reliable. I would recommend 100% Mi Casita Taxes in Bakersfield, CA. They were very helpful and i got my taxes in a week.
I be doing my taxes for 3 years so far with Mac and she was nice now she left and that place is no bueno , they didn't respect my appointment at 4 I was 3:55 and the appointment for 3:30 was waiting so Liz was so rude she mentioned in front of my face if we can wait or reschedule after 10 , come on we pay for that
Loved my experience here at Mi Casita Taxes. Definitely recommending it . Thank you patty and all the girls who work there for your assistance ?? it's appreciated
First time getting my taxes done and they helped me out a lot and you can tell they are honest and not after extra money prices where great! Thank u so much!
Had been doing my taxes here for a couple of years until this year that i found out i could have been getting way more money back. Please go somewhere else where they have knowledge about the different forms you bring to them. I had to pay again because of their mistakes.
First year doing my taxes here and I loved it ! Really fast and friendly service. Definitely recommend this place ??
Awesome service! Very friendly. I recommend them to do your taxes.
This is the best place I ever did my taxes. Great qoutes and great people. Thanks ladies.
My first and last time doing business here it's crowded workers are rude and they do not honor the appointment time had me waiting for 40 min
Customer service oriented. Will continue coming here. Keep up the great work!
Highly recommend this place the staff is great , very good service
I recommended this place 100%, professional and reliable staff.
Really good service and really helpful with there services
They will get it done best services ever.
I recommend Mac. She is very friendly and helpfull.
First time there very friendly girls wkng. ????
Great gals and music while wtng
Awesome customer service.
Great service, thanks!
Very professional service,
$$230 that's stupid, to expensive
(Translated by Google) The staff is very friendly, efficient and professional. It is a very calm environment, they attended to us very quickly without any difficulties. Super recommended to do your taxes!!! Excellent service!!! ????? (Original) El personal es muy amable, eficaz y profesional. Es un ambiente muy tranquilo, nos atendieron muy r?pido sin dificultades. Super recomendado para hacer tus taxes!!! Excelente servicio!!! ?????
(Translated by Google) I send money to Mexico and the girls are always very friendly. They have many services available and are very reliable. It also has excellent notary services. I recommend them, if they can't help you, they always guide you to someone who can. (Original) Hago mis env?os de dinero para M?xico y las muchachas siempre son bien amables. Tienen muchos servicios disponibles y son muy confiables. Tambi?n tiene excelente servicios de notaria. Se los recomiendo si no les pueden ayudar siempre
(Translated by Google) Excellent service from Miss Erica, she helped me a lot with my taxes and was always very kind :), highly recommended. (Original) Excelente atenci?n de la se?orita ?rica, me ayud? mucho con mis taxes y siempre muy amable :) , s?per recomendada.
(Translated by Google) I love doing my taxes in this place because the girls at my house have good service. They do their job very quickly and try to help you as much as they can. If you are looking for a friendly environment, I recommend you go. (Original) Me encanta hacer mis impuestos en este lugar por que tienen un buen servicio las muchachas de mi casita. Hacen su trabajo muy r?pido y tratan de ayudarte lo m?s que puedan. Si buscan un ambiente amigable les recomiendo que vallan.
(Translated by Google) Excellent service!! Very fast and good prices! I did my taxes there and I liked how they explained the process to me. 100% recommended!! (Original) Excelente servicio!! Muy r?pido y buenos precios! Hice mis impuestos ah? y me gusto como me explicaron el proceso. 100% recomendado!!
(Translated by Google) Excellent service, I have been a customer for 12 years with Mrs. Rosa, highly recommended if you are looking for clear, fast and easy information. (Original) Excelente servicio, he sido cliente por 12 a?os con la se?ora Rosa, muy recomendado si buscas informaci?n clara, r?pida y f?cil.
(Translated by Google) I recommend it ?? 100% very good service and excellent tax preparers, they explain everything very well and clarify all your doubts, I recommend it to everyone but especially to #Mar?a Recinos (Original) Lo recomiendo ?? x ciento muy buen servicio y excelentes preparadores de impuestos explican todo muy bien y claran todas tus dudas recomiendo a todos pero en especial a #Mar?a Recinos
(Translated by Google) They don't work, they give you an appointment and they don't even serve you, they serve the people they know and they still leave it last, I don't recommend it at all. (Original) No sirven te dan cita y ni siquiera t atienden van atendiendo a las personas que eyos conosen y aun? lo dejan de ?ltima no lo recomiendo para nada
(Translated by Google) Very bad experience, they left me in debt with almost 10,000 dollars with the IRS. (Original) Muy mala experiencia ma dejaron endeudado con casi 10000 d?lares con el irs
(Translated by Google) Thank you very much Maria for your help Thank you Maria for your help (Original) Muchas gracias Maria por su ayuda Thank you Maria for your help
(Translated by Google) Excellent service! Very well recommending!! (Original) Excelente servicio! Muy bien recomendando!!
(Translated by Google) The best service in all of Bakersfield ???????????? (Original) El mejor servicio en todo bakersfield ????????????
(Translated by Google) Very good place (Original) Muy bien lugar
(Translated by Google) They are friendly. (Original) Son amables.
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Use online directories like the AICPA, CPAverify, or state CPA societies. Search platforms like Yelp or Google for local CPAs with reviews. Ask for referrals from business associates, friends, or financial advisors. Local chambers of commerce can also provide recommendations.
A CPA is a licensed professional who has passed the CPA exam and met state requirements for education and experience. An accountant may lack this certification and could have varying levels of expertise. For complex tasks like tax audits or financial reporting, a CPA is typically more qualified.
Ask about their experience with your specific financial needs, such as tax preparation, small business accounting, or estate planning. Review their website or LinkedIn for case studies or client testimonials. Inquire about their client base to ensure they handle similar financial situations.
Yes, reviews provide insight into a CPA’s reliability, communication, and performance. Check platforms like Google, Yelp, or the Better Business Bureau for client feedback. Look for patterns in reviews, but verify their authenticity, as some may be biased or outdated.
Visit your state’s Board of Accountancy website or use CPAverify.org to check a CPA’s license status. Confirm their license is active and check for any disciplinary actions or complaints. This ensures they’re in good standing and meet professional standards.
Ask about their experience with your financial needs, fee structure, availability, and communication style. Inquire how they handle tax filings, audits, or financial planning. Ask for references or examples of similar work to assess their expertise and fit.
Fees vary based on location, services, and complexity. Basic tax preparation may cost $150-$500, while business accounting or audits can range from $1,000 to $10,000+. Request a detailed fee structure upfront and compare quotes from multiple CPAs.
Yes, many CPAs offer remote services through secure online platforms for document sharing and virtual consultations. Ensure they use encrypted tools for data security. Remote CPAs can be effective if they understand your local tax laws or business regulations.
During consultations, evaluate their ability to explain complex financial concepts clearly. Ask sample questions about taxes or financial strategies and note their responsiveness and clarity. Good communication ensures you understand their advice and fosters a productive relationship.
Beware of CPAs who guarantee specific tax refunds, lack a valid license, or have disciplinary actions on record. Avoid those with poor communication, vague fee structures, or negative reviews highlighting unethical behavior. Always verify their credentials independently.
Large firms offer more resources and specialized teams but may charge higher fees. Solo practitioners often provide personalized service and lower costs but may have limited availability. Choose based on your needs, budget, and preference for personalized attention.
For individuals, annual meetings for tax preparation may suffice. Businesses may need quarterly or monthly check-ins for bookkeeping, tax planning, or financial reporting. Discuss your needs upfront to establish a meeting schedule that aligns with your financial goals.
Yes, many CPAs handle both, but confirm their expertise in both areas. Ask about their experience managing personal taxes and business accounting simultaneously. Ensure they can balance both without compromising attention to your specific financial needs.
Discuss concerns directly with your CPA to resolve issues. If unresolved, check your contract for termination terms. Seek a new CPA by researching reviews, credentials, and referrals. Request your financial records to ensure a smooth transition to a new professional.