12235 Beach Blvd #209
Stanton, California 90680
333 City Blvd W 17th FL
Orange, California 92868
2516 W Lincoln Ave
Anaheim, California 92801
2300 E Katella Ave # 450
Anaheim, California 92806
585 S State College Blvd
Anaheim, California 92806
111 S Illinois St
Anaheim, California 92805
12510 Westminster Ave
Santa Ana, California 92706
7902 Westminster Blvd. b
Westminster, California 92683
1212 S Bristol St #11
Santa Ana, California 92704
2107 N Broadway STE 204
Santa Ana, California 92706
500 N State College Blvd
Orange, California 92868
200 N Harbor Blvd #105
Anaheim, California 92805
9191 Bolsa Ave #203
Westminster, California 92683
2400 E Katella Ave Suite 800
Anaheim, California 92806
2161 W Lincoln Ave
Anaheim, California 92801
611 N Euclid St
Anaheim, California 92801
1820 W Orangewood Ave #104a
Orange, California 92868
1227 W 1st St # C
Santa Ana, California 92703
1475 S State College Blvd Unit 118
Anaheim, California 92806
12842 Valley View St #104
Garden Grove, California 92845
10225 S Brookhurst St
Anaheim, California 92804
500 N State College Blvd Ste 1100
Orange, California 92868
12465 Lewis St Suite 204
Garden Grove, California 92840
2122 N Broadway
Santa Ana, California 92706
2095 E Ball Rd
Anaheim, California 92806
10901 Westminster Ave Suite A
Garden Grove, California 92843
12966 Euclid St # 210
Garden Grove, California 92840
1401 N Batavia St #201
Orange, California 92867
747 W Katella Ave #202
Orange, California 92867
11088 Trask Ave Ste 200-L
Garden Grove, California 92843
333 City Blvd W # 1420
Orange, California 92868
1475 S State College Blvd Unit 224
Anaheim, California 92806
1721 W Katella Ave # B
Anaheim, California 92804
1671 W Katella Ave Suite 130
Anaheim, California 92802
13872 Harbor Blvd STE 1D
Garden Grove, California 92843
1475 S State College Blvd Unit 204
Anaheim, California 92806
1111 Town and Country Rd STE 36
Orange, California 92868
12881 Knott St #221
Garden Grove, California 92841
1002 17th St ste-j
Santa Ana, California 92701
500 N State College Blvd Suite #1100
Orange, California 92868
13213 Harbor Blvd
Garden Grove, California 92843
918 W Lincoln Ave #1
Anaheim, California 92805
1820 W Orangewood Ave #104
Orange, California 92868
1105 E Katella Ave Suite 472
Anaheim, California 92805
521 S Broadway
Santa Ana, California 92701
2424 W Ball Rd SUITE X
Anaheim, California 92804
2401 E Katella Ave #270
Anaheim, California 92806
2135 W Lincoln Ave
Anaheim, California 92801
2601 W Ball Rd Suite 201
Anaheim, California 92804
2300 E Katella Ave #405
Anaheim, California 92806
1520 E Lincoln Ave Suite 5
Anaheim, California 92805
8585 Katella Ave
Stanton, California 90680
2140 W Chapman Ave # 112
Orange, California 92868
765 The City Dr S Ste 390
Orange, California 92868
1800 N Broadway STE 102
Santa Ana, California 92706
520 N Brookhurst St #108
Anaheim, California 92801
12419 Lewis St
Garden Grove, California 92840
518 S Brookhurst St Ste #4
Anaheim, California 92804
12419 Lewis St #104
Garden Grove, California 92840
903 S Bristol St
Santa Ana, California 92703
421 N Brookhurst St Suite 125 A
Anaheim, California 92801
10181 Westminster Ave # 203
Garden Grove, California 92843
9872 Chapman Ave Suite 204
Garden Grove, California 92841
723 W Chapman Ave
Orange, California 92868
9741 Bolsa Ave ste 217
Westminster, California 92683
760 N Euclid St Suite 201
Anaheim, California 92801
765 The City Dr S Ste 390
Orange, California 92868
1100 Town and Country Rd Suite 1250
Orange, California 92868
204 E 4th St C
Santa Ana, California 92701
970 S Anaheim Blvd Ste B
Anaheim, California 92805
518 S Brookhurst St Ste #4
Anaheim, California 92804
901 W Civic Center Dr STE 200
Santa Ana, California 92703
9081 Bolsa Ave STE 205
Westminster, California 92683
12893 Harbor Blvd C-4
Garden Grove, California 92840
900 W 17th St Suite E
Santa Ana, California 92706
Second Floor, 116 E 4th St Suite F
Santa Ana, California 92701
333 City Blvd W # 1700
Orange, California 92868
12112 Brookhurst St #8
Garden Grove, California 92840
1475 S State College Blvd Suite 112B
Anaheim, California 92806
780 N Euclid St SUITE 103
Anaheim, California 92801
10098 Westminster Ave
Garden Grove, California 92843
283 N Rampart St STE B
Orange, California 92868
12419 Lewis St Ste 104
Garden Grove, California 92840
1440 S State College Blvd Suite 4L
Anaheim, California 92806
301 N Rampart St STE D
Orange, California 92868
7777 Center Ave Unit 120
Huntington Beach, California 92647
1720 W Ball Rd #4b
Anaheim, California 92804
12881 Knott St #222
Garden Grove, California 92841
500 N State College Blvd Ste 1100
Orange, California 92868
333 City Blvd W
Orange, California 92868
9938 Bolsa Ave #210
Westminster, California 92683
16052 Beach Blvd Suite 166
Huntington Beach, California 92647
110 E 4th St #206
Santa Ana, California 92701
12419 Lewis St Ste 104
Garden Grove, California 92840
8942 Garden Grove Blvd #207
Garden Grove, California 92844
2677 N Main St # 1000
Santa Ana, California 92705
11501 Brookhurst St Suite 204
Garden Grove, California 92840
333 City Blvd W Suite 370
Orange, California 92868
2050 W Chapman Ave #216
Orange, California 92868
12419 Lewis St #104
Garden Grove, California 92840
12395 Lewis St Suite 203
Garden Grove, California 92840
607 S Harbor Blvd B
Anaheim, California 92805
333 City Blvd W # 300
Orange, California 92868
12842 Valley View St #104
Garden Grove, California 92845
770 The City Dr S
Orange, California 92868
1100 Town and Country Rd Suite 1250
Orange, California 92868
14341 Beach Blvd
Westminster, California 92683
9192 Garden Grove Blvd ste b
Garden Grove, California 92844
3701 W McFadden Ave # O
Santa Ana, California 92704
1045 W Katella Ave Suite 250
Orange, California 92867
12900A Garden Grove Blvd Ste 254
Garden Grove, California 92843
1811 W Katella Ave
Anaheim, California 92804
1475 S State College Blvd Unit 106
Anaheim, California 92806
800 N Harbor Blvd
Anaheim, California 92805
2203 E Lincoln Ave
Anaheim, California 92806
300 S Harbor Blvd #808
Anaheim, California 92805
1111 Town and Country Rd
Orange, California 92868
1100 Town and Country Rd Suite 1250
Orange, California 92868
2677 N Main St #930
Santa Ana, California 92705
1205 N Broadway
Santa Ana, California 92701
2021 N Main St
Santa Ana, California 92706
520 N Brookhurst St # 200
Anaheim, California 92801
3114 201 E Center St Suite 112
Anaheim, California 92805
105 E Ball Rd
Anaheim, California 92805
8942 Garden Grove Blvd
Garden Grove, California 92844
1100 Town and Country Rd Suite 1250
Orange, California 92868
1835 W Orangewood Ave #210
Orange, California 92868
14482 Beach Blvd # M
Westminster, California 92683
830 S Main St SUITE 212
Santa Ana, California 92701
City Tower, 333 City Blvd W # 1700
Orange, California 92868
12419 Lewis St #202
Garden Grove, California 92840
12419 Lewis St Ste 104
Garden Grove, California 92840
333 City Blvd W # 2050
Orange, California 92868
1540 S Lewis St
Anaheim, California 92805
1915 W Orangewood Ave Suite 102
Orange, California 92868
700 E 1st St Unit 130
Santa Ana, California 92701
333 City Blvd W 17th Floor
Orange, California 92868
770 The City Dr S Suite 2100
Orange, California 92868
2677 N Main St # 1000
Santa Ana, California 92705
500 N State College Blvd Suite #1100
Orange, California 92868
1834 W Lincoln Ave suite r
Anaheim, California 92801
121 N State College Blvd #11-A
Anaheim, California 92806
12881 Knott St #221
Garden Grove, California 92841
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.