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34034 W 8 Mile Rd #102
Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335
I have been with Wisley & Williams since I started my first real estate business in 1984. I have never had an issue with this firm and have always enjoyed the personalized professional experience provided by Mark and his staff. I owned 78 rental properties ranging from residential homes, condos, and apartment buildings. It has been quite an experience growing my business with Mark. I am not one to leave reviews but after all the help you guys provided me with I just want to say thank you. You have a great t
I found Wisley & Williams while searching the web for an accountant to file my 1040 return. I moved to Michigan, so I had income from multiple states. I liked the professional service treatment and they are not a one man show. I worked with both Ian and Mark and was very pleased with the results. I was able to get a sit down appointment and then came back to pick up my tax return about 5-7 days later. They also offer financial services, which is nice because it's an all in one firm. Pricing was fair. I paid
I own a substantial amount of residential and commercial real estate in Oakland and Wayne county. I was audited in 2013 and we needed a higher level of professional tax, legal, financial services than Cpa firm we've used for 17 years. We found Wisley and Williams online and I will be honest we put a lot of trust and faith into Mark and his team for a firm we had never heard of. We trusted reviews we read and asked around. This firm is not the cheapest in the area but you will get your monies worth. My partn
I found Wisley and Williams online while searching for a CPA firm to handle the estate of a family member. They're a local firm with two offices in the Farmington Hills area which was very convenient for me. In addition to needing a trust return filed Mark and his staff were also capable of providing me with some excellent tax consulting advise on how to get my business back on the right path. The fees were a bit on the pricey side (hence not a 5 star rating) but the professionalism and output to what was
Great personal service! Fair prices, quality work, my dad has had Wisley & Williams do his accounting and payroll since he started his company in 93'. I have been with them 13 years and would never consider changing. I used to buy turbo tax every year and do it myself but for the same price they will do it for you and you know it's done correctly. I drop it off and the next day it's ready. Sometimes if I've got some time I'll just schedule an appointment and Mark does it for me right there on the spot. No c
I used Wisley & Williams to do my taxes this year, as a new client I was very impressed by the professional staff. While doing my tax return consultation, Mark also offer me financial advice as well. I had a larger return this year to file and was charged less than I was last year. The experience was so good I even had my mom go to see Mark as well. Thanks Mark!!!!
My wife and I, since 2009, had our taxes prepared at H&R Block. We are getting closer to retirement, we felt the need for a higher level of professional tax service. Our tax return was becoming more complicated and after searching online and reading many reviews, we felt Wisley and Williams would be ideal for our situation. Recently, we had our taxes prepared by Mark and his staff and found the level of service met our expectations. Not only was Mark thorough with his work but provided the personal level of
Great firm small business clients. They do are monthly accounting and text planning for our S-Corp. I found the business online and went off the reviews and now 2 years later I am very pleased with the service. They also do my entire family's individual returns. They're fees are not cheap but the level of personal service you get us worth the money. I would recommend Wilsey & Williams to any small business owner, trust, estate tax, individual tax etc. Thanks Mark for all your hard work.
I live in Novi and have had the same CPA for 19 years. He is older and I felt it was important to establish a new relationship with a younger firm now then be forced to find someone if he retires or something happens to him. I wanted to be able to look around and not rush. I found Wisley & Williams on Angies List and went to them for my tax return and I also have a family trust return. They have a staff of 10-12 which is something else I liked rather than just a 1 man show. They offer a multitude of service
I used this company to get my 2018 taxes done. I removed 2 stars because my taxes were completed incorrectly, and removed another star for the price of $450, which I was charged after being there for approximately 90 minutes (I was a first time customer). I was informed by Wisley & Williams that I needed to pay quarterly taxes in 2019, but this was incorrect (I?m a full time employee and receive a W2, which I told them). I paid the quarterly taxes that Wisley & Williams told me to but when I connected to a
I have been with Wisley & Williams since 2004 for many reasons, when I first began conducting business with them it was due to their very fair fee structure. After sitting with them the first year I actually felt comfortable with a tax service team (really I did). Although they are highly trained professionals, they are fully capable of listening to me and my individual situations. They are always very thorough with my business and personal accounting situation's. I would highly recommend Wisley & Williams
Mark Merski from Wisley & Williams has been doing our taxes for the last 5 years. Mark is always very professional, knowledgeable and thorough. He?ll be sure to get you the best possible refund and his rates are extremely reasonable.
I've been using Mark for a number of years. I am thankful to have him to handle the tax and accounting for my business, which isn't always straight forward. . I always seem to have complicated business tax scenarios, but he simplifies it all for me and helps alleviate a ton of stress. I no longer am doing the do-it-yourself tax route and trust Mark to take care of all my personal and business taxes. His team not only helped me with my taxes but was able to steer me in the right direction with their team of
Mark has helped me get setup as a self-employed carpenter. When I first came to him 4 years ago he met with me explained the process, walked me through it and informed me of what I needed to do to be an above board taxpaying citizen. His knowledge is invaluable. I am extremely pleased with his services; his fees are reasonable and would recommend him to all self-employed business owners as well as anyone seeking tax advice. Mark thank you for all you have done!
Wisely & Williams has been handling my accounting needs for the last 20 years. Most recently, I have been working with Mark Merski. I have every confidence in Marks knowledge and judgement. I recommend him to everyone I know who is looking for an competent accountant.
Mark has done my taxes for the past four years and the experience has been great. While I dislike paying taxes, he is responsive and always gets them done on time. I would highly recommend W&W to anyone seeking a tax professional.
I have always done my own return on turbo tax. I have a couple rental properties and a stock account. I didn?t think it was worth paying someone to do. I found this company on google. I just walked in to Wisley & Williams and asked them to review my return only because of all Trumps new tax law changes that have occurred in the last year. I spoke to Mark who said he would review the return. I thought they might find something small. I guess I was wrong. They found deductions I missed, a large credit that i
Mark is amazing, very professional, personable, honest, and knowledgeable. Customer service is remarkable and rates are very reasonable. Highly recommended! Forget about any of the others, save yourself the time, headache, and hassle. Wisley & Williams are the best and with them taking care of your personal or business finances you can rest assured the work will be completed in a timely manner and will exceed your expectations! Truly a pleasure, Thank You Mark!
My wife and I moved to the Oakland county area 9 months ago. A friend of my wife owns a couple small businesses? that Wisley & Williams services for accounting. She recommended them to us. For 6 we've used a large firm out of state to prepare our trust and 1040 returns. Wanted someone closer, a person to actually meet with. We setup an appointment with Mark. We met with him a month ago. This past Tuesday we picked up the returns. Mark reviewed everything. It?s the 1st time someone has taken the time to do
Not only did Mark supersede my expectations but he also went above and beyond to make sure his work was completed in a timely manner. I would recommend Wisley & Williams to anybody looking for a CPA. Forget about the painstaking memories of your current CPA. IT'S TIME TO JUMP SHIP TO WISLEY WILLIAMS!! Words can't express how thankful I am for choosing this CPA firm. Mark has made my business grow and is truly the definition of "great business".
I have worked with Mark at Wisley & Williams since 2009. His level of service and attention to detail is first class. His efforts have saved me both time and money and for that I say thank you. I have and will continue to recommend Mark and his team for accounting services.
I've been working with Mark for the last several years, and it has always been a terrific experience. He is consistently very responsive on getting back to me regarding any questions or concerns that I ask him, even during the busiest times of the year. Keep up the great work Mark! It is very exciting to see your firm continue to advance, and I will always highly recommend you to my friends and colleagues!
Mark was a tremendous help and very responsive. I was looking for local accounts to help me file amendments for 4 years of my personal mess ups and Mark was able to help me through the process quickly and found significant deductions which i had previously missed. He also helped me through the things to think about in the future. I called one day, emailed him my docs and was done in the same week. 2017 marks my second year with him and i will be using him going foward
Looking to get a lot of tax work done, I searched for a place that would not only have enough experience but also the skills to get my tax documents in order for it to be as least painful as possible. Being a complete tax newb, and tired of disappointment from places like H&R block, and not feeling up to the task of doing it myself with TurboTax; I stopped by Horizon Advisers to see what all the reviews were about. He put everything in perspective and simplicity for me to understand in a way that no other C
Mark has been instrumental in the growth of our small business. It has been such a pleasure to work with them. Their customer service is hands down what separates them from the others. They take great pride in their service. I can't say enough good things about them. Keep up the good work!
I have dealt with several different CPA'S in my lifetime. I have been with these guys for 4 years now. Throughout the year, I have questions that need to be answered regarding my business. My calls are always returned in a timely manner and these guys are on point with every bit of advice that was given to me. I have learned and saved a lot of money since they have handled my accounting. Very friendly and professional .My friends and family have already made the switch, I highly recommend you do the same
We had a very positive experience with Mark who has done our business taxes for the last five years. He is very responsive and a pleasure to work with.
Mark really knows what he is talking about and has helped me out so many times. He gets things done in a timely manner and makes sure I am taken care of every time we talk or meet. I would recommend him to any person or business looking for an excellent accountant.
I was looking for a firm that combined both investment services with tax consulting and advice. After speaking with Mark and his partner I realized that Wisley & Williams had exactly what I was looking for. Combining both these services is extremely beneficial to me.
I have used this company since 1996, first with Terrance and then Mark they are the best. Now they have a partnership with Horizon Advisers and providide full service wealth management and tax accounting service that I have been very happy with.
Mark and the whole Wisley & Williams staff are great to work with, you can tell they really care about you and your needs more than making an extra buck. Great, honest, hard-working guys.
Everyone at Wisley & Williams has been great for me and my business. I can always trust Mark to maximize the value of my money.
Fantastic customer service! Great job communicating to me the unknown language of tax forms. Very well organized. Made the process much more tolerable and less stressful.
The past few years i've had nothing but exceptional service from this company. I highly recommend them to anyone of who'm needs support with their taxes. They came heighly recommended to me and I have not been dissapointed since the first day, they have been nothing but excellent!
They've been doing my taxes for about 15 years and I wouldn't have it any other way. They are really like family now. Thank you Thank you for all the wonderful help.
Had my taxes done super quick! They were great! Very friendly and would definitely recommend to everyone.
The price for the quality of work is great helps keep my small business running smooth i would highly recommend Wisley&thwilliams anks, Joe
I have been with this firm for at least 8 years and have had all my questions answered. I started with Terry and for past 4 years it has been a pleasure dealing with Mark and Terry.
Professional service, they handled my business finances and personal finances since 1987. It's done right.
The overall experience was great! I would recommend them to everyone.
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.