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Google reviewers rate Halbert & James Inc. 4.9 out of 5 based on 144 reviews, with the owner responding to 99% of them. Clients frequently cite the firm's punctuality, thorough attention to detail, and clear communication as key strengths for both personal and business tax preparation. Many customers appreciate the staff's knowledge, responsiveness to questions, and ability to simplify complex financial issues, while no recurring criticisms appear in the provided excerpts.
Data from Google, last updated October 26, 2026.
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144 Google reviews we collected
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We read 119 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“He is super organized, helpful, and willing to answer any question you throw at him.”
“We recommend Halbert & James to our friends all the time and couldn't recommend them more!”
“We have submitted our taxes on time, reviewed business tax needs, as well as ensured we are compliant.”
“They have such great attention to detail, and are super reliable.”
“I have met both owners and their communication could not be any better.”
“Great working with Peggy Goddard as she is calm, trustworthy, honest,”
“Peggy of Halbert & James has done my reasonably complicated taxes for years and I have no complaints.”
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Been getting my taxes done with Jeff for a few years now and absolutely nothing but great things to say! He is super organized, helpful, and willing to answer any question you throw at him. I highly recommend
Best accounting firm we have ever had. Hasani is fabulous. They have such great attention to detail, and are super reliable. They also educate you, and make you feel empowered about your taxes and finances. Thank you so much!
Jeff has been our family's CPA for years. He is patient, empathetic, and knowledgable. We have submitted our taxes on time, reviewed business tax needs, as well as ensured we are compliant. We recommend Halbert & James to our friends all the time and couldn't recommend them more!
Hasani has been a pleasure to work with. He has the obvious knowledge and experience in all aspects of tax work. He has provided excellent guidance in challenging issues related to IRS issues and has been able to help with questions where I needed an immediate answer. A true professional who exceeds expectations. Thank you!
So very professional and accommodating! We are so happy to have found this wonderful tax team!
My wife and I have used Halbert & James for our tax filings for several years now. Our experience is that they are lean and straight in their computations and filings - meaning that we are confident and secure in their flilings. We have been very happy with the work they have done for us these past few years and…
4.9 ★★★★★ 144 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
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Been getting my taxes done with Jeff for a few years now and absolutely nothing but great things to say! He is super organized, helpful, and willing to answer any question you throw at him. I highly recommend
Thanks Emily, we appreciate your kind words!
Best accounting firm we have ever had. Hasani is fabulous. They have such great attention to detail, and are super reliable. They also educate you, and make you feel empowered about your taxes and finances. Thank you so much!
Jeff has been our family's CPA for years. He is patient, empathetic, and knowledgable. We have submitted our taxes on time, reviewed business tax needs, as well as ensured we are compliant. We recommend Halbert & James to our friends all the time and couldn't recommend them more!
Thanks for being a client, we love working with you and your family!
Hasani has been a pleasure to work with. He has the obvious knowledge and experience in all aspects of tax work. He has provided excellent guidance in challenging issues related to IRS issues and has been able to help with questions where I needed an immediate answer. A true professional who exceeds expectations. Thank you!
Thanks for the kind words Heather. Our office appreciates the work we get to do for your family.
So very professional and accommodating! We are so happy to have found this wonderful tax team!
Thanks Barbara, I'm glad my team and I could assist you with your tax needs!
My wife and I have used Halbert & James for our tax filings for several years now. Our experience is that they are lean and straight in their computations and filings - meaning that we are confident and secure in their flilings. We have been very happy with the work they have done for us these past few years and their timeliness has been stellar. We are greatful to have them taking care of our tax needs. Michael and Alison Courson
Thanks Mike, we appreciate you!
Hasani James is a wealth of useful information and very helpful and timely with all our tax related issues. I highly recommend him and his company.
Thanks for the kind words Marty!
Friendly, efficient tax service. Good with business taxes.
Thanks Gregg!
Hasani James is amazing! He was super quick, efficient, and made the whole tax process completely stress-free. I usually dread doing taxes, but he made it effortless. I’m already looking forward to working with him again next year!
Thanks for the opportunity Christina and your kind words.
I am a new client and I have only just begun the process of asking Mr. James to help me with my more complicated return this year. It is a relief to turn it over to the experts. I feel very confident in Mr. James. From the first phone call to the office, everyone was very efficient, kind and knowledgeable.
Thanks Kate!
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