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Xel Advisors logoHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%93+54.6Reliability 26%96+25Value 15%99+15.1Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 95Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.95SCORE

Xel Advisors

Salem, OR · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #12Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 50 tax services · 4.9★ from 55 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other tax services (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and craft & service; weakest: satisfaction.

SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Xel Advisors is better than 93% of tax services.A
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ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Xel Advisors is better than 96% of tax services.A
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Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Xel Advisors is better than 99% of tax services.A
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Xel Advisors is better than 99% of tax services.A
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MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Xel Advisors is better than 100% of tax services.A
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Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Xel Advisors is better than —% of tax services.–
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Customers hired Xel Advisors for 8 kinds of job.

Xel Advisors for income tax return preparation

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.11
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.—
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 90/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Income tax return preparation”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#4 / 18
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 11 Google reviews tagged “Income tax return preparation”

nathanLocal Guide · 31 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

I've had a great experience with Xel Advisors in Salem. Miguel (my tax guy) does an excellent job keeping me in the loop. He's communicative, explains things clearly, and I never have to wonder where things stand. They're amending all my prior years' taxes, and it's saving me a lot of money, which I really…

Great priceBusiness tax return preparationTax problem consultingIncome tax return filing
Juana2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

I'm absolutely thrilled with the service provided by Gagandeep and his team! Their expertise and attention to detail have been invaluable to my business, and I've seen significant savings and improvements in our financial processes. They're always responsive, knowledgeable, and dedicated to helping me achieve my…

Great priceBusiness tax return preparationBusiness consultingTax problem consulting
Marina1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

I would highly recommend Xel advisors for any of your tax and payroll needs. The entire team is excellent and quick to respond to any questions or need. Gagandeep is very knowledgable and professional. They make filing taxes so easy for business and personal!

Great priceBusiness tax return preparationPayroll accountingIncome tax return filing
Anne8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

I've only been using Xel Advisors for my tax preparation and advice for two years, but they've been as honest as the day is long, as well as competent and prompt.

Income tax return filingIncome tax return preparationTax planning
Olga6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Highly recommend Xel Advisors! We’ve worked with Gagan for multiple years now (Businees/Personal), and he’s always been quick to answer questions and has always provided professional and knowledgeable service.

Reasonable priceBusiness tax return preparationIncome tax return filingIncome tax return preparation
harminder2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

I’m so grateful for the excellent work. Always professional, detail-oriented, and reliable. They make bookkeeping stress-free and ensure everything is accurate and organized. Highly recommend their services to anyone looking for dependable financial support.

Great priceIRS audit representationBusiness tax return preparationBusiness consulting
Cindy1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Always very prompt and thorough when preparing our taxes. We highly recommend Xel Advisors.

Reasonable priceIncome tax return filingIncome tax return preparation
DanielLocal Guide · 11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

READ FULLY: It’s been great working with Gagandeep and the team. They have saved me lots of time and money. However once we did have a miscommunication about buying a car and costed me but I understand where the mistake happened and it was more on my part. Overall I do recommend them if you want a good and local CPA and for payroll services also.

Business tax return preparationTax problem consultingPayroll accounting
TerrenceLocal Guide · 28 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Best CPA in salem by far! Very knowledgeable and was able to advise on taxes to reduce my taxable amount! Highly recommend!

Great priceTax problem consultingNew business tax consultingIncome tax return filing
GeoffreyLocal Guide · 31 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Outstanding service. Friendly, knowledgeable, and all around wonderful to work with. Highly recommend this team.

Reasonable priceBusiness tax return preparationIncome tax return filingIncome tax return preparation
Gurvinder5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Great priceIRS audit representationBusiness tax return preparationBusiness consulting

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Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Great price 56%Reasonable 39%Overpriced 6%Not sure 0%

Jobs customers hired them for

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Income tax return filing13—
Income tax return preparation11—
Tax problem consulting8—
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New business tax consulting6—
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