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February 2024 by Amie Neumaier
I have worked with Meicher CPA's for 5 years now. In the last three years our invoices have nearly doubled year over year - with no proper explanation or rational behind the erroneous hours charged to us. Questioning the time actually spent on our account, has been met with vague and work around responses. Beyond the substantial increase in billing, no different or better results were achieved to even minutely rationalize the extreme invoices. Even a year ago, we started to question how effectively our taxes were being handled, had a meeting with them and choose to give them one more year as a chance. We are greatly disappointed in that decision and wish we had cut cords with them a year ago - to now receive again no better outcome, but an invoice from them that literally doubled again from the prior year. There is a clear lack of transparency and ethics in their billing and time management processes. As a small business owner, who rarely writes reviews, as I understand the impact - I did first address my concerns directly with the CPA we were working with, to again the concerns were completely avoided. I would not recommend Meicher, CPA to any small business owner.
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November 2023 by Daniel Piazza
I have worked with Dave Meicher at Meicher CPA's for years. For both my personal and business needs. He is detailed, responsive, and just does a great job. I would recommend him and the entire firm to anyone.
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September 2023 by Stacy Tierman
Potential Clients Beware: This review is in regard to working with one of the partners. I cannot speak on any other partners.In October 2022, I inquired about an initial consultation regarding small business taxes and whether Meicher CPA would be a good fit. I was set up for a Zoom call with a CPA. While setting up the consult, it was never disclosed to me this would cost anything. I even had to contact the assistant to make sure the meeting was set as I never heard anything back after telling them a date that worked for me.The Zoom meeting lasted approximately 30 minutes where I asked about their process regarding small business and personal tax prep and what they would need from me. I also had a couple of simple emails after the meeting. Ultimately, I ended up moving and going with a more local CPA. Considering I never signed on as a client, nor were charges ever disclosed, I never gave it a second thought.In September 2023, (yes, nearly a YEAR later), I received a bill for $380 for the Zoom call and emails. The invoice detailed some of the charges as "new client setup". This was supposed to be an initial consultation to see if we would be a good fit! I have had several initial consults with other accountants and was NEVER charged. I called the CPA and asked about the bill and told them it was never mentioned that I would be charged. They got snarky and said they are upfront about charges and expect their clients to pay fees in good faith. They then went on to say they would just have to write it off and that they "guess it was just the cost of doing business". I told the CPA thank you and they hung up on me before I had the chance to say anything else.Half an hour later, the CPA emailed me stating they believed $203 would be satisfactory to put the matter behind us. Obviously, no one would be okay with that after being told it would be written off. I reiterated what they told me over the phone and they replied back that I caught them in the middle of a project. I told them I wanted to see what documents I signed stating I was signing on as a client, where I agreed I would be charged for the consult, and a recording of the Zoom call and emails where I was told I would be charged.The CPA instead relayed the matter to their attorney. Their attorney asked me what I felt the CPA's time was worth and to pay that. I told his attorney I didn’t feel I should pay anything but ultimately, I settled to pay him $100 to end this.As a small business owner myself, I understand the value of time however, it needs to be made clear when SETTING UP a consultation that it will be charged, and perhaps don’t send an invoice a year later. If I charged every potential client for every email I spent time answering their questions so they felt comfortable in knowing they were working with the right person, I'd be rich! I still have yet to see where I signed on as a client or anything stating I agreed to the charges. Looking back, I shouldn't have agreed to pay anything until I had the documentation I requested.It’s also ridiculous that they charged more for an initial consult than what my current accountant charges to do my tax prep and filing. This could have been a simple matter had I been made aware of the charges upfront, and had they not had an attitude with me and changed their mind after telling me they would write it off. And if I was provided proof where I was told about the charges and signed on as a client.Judging by other reviews on BBB and Yelp, miscommunication seems to be common with their firm, which is scary when dealing with your taxes and finances.Though I’d recommend many other accountants in the area, if you do end up working with Meicher CPAs, take caution when working with their firm and make sure you get everything upfront and in writing. As long as you understand EVERY single contact and simple question will be charged, this may be the firm for you. But if you feel your accountant should be an ally in wanting to help your business instead of nickel and diming you, I'd highly reco
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August 2023 by Huit Schwelna
David has lost our business so much money. He has promised a tax planning meeting every year but fails to provide any information that is helpful. When our business decided to partner with Meicher CPA I was excited because I heard nothing but good news about Gordie. However, due to David not entirely understanding some tax strategies, we are unfortunately looking for a new firm.
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March 2023 by Mitch Eveland
Meicher’s has been instrumental in helping to grow my business for the past 15 years. They have assisted with several major projects. In addition, they stay on top of all of my day to day inquires and tax planning. Number 1 in my book!
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November 2022 by David Dargenio
Always very responsive and easy to work with. Recommend not only for your personal taxes but also for your business too
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November 2022 by Mel O
I had to file a very complex Offer-in-Compromise with the IRS, and was assured this was something Meicher could handle. They made several big mistakes that led to the entire process dragging out, including missing a major expense that needed to be explained. Because it was not, I had to go back to Meicher a year into the OIC process and request more an amended return (for which I was charged about $800) in March of 2022. I signed this amended return and sent it in, but Meicher didn't tell me they usually send amended returns like this one directly to the IRS. They also didn't send it automatically. Five months later, the IRS still hadn't processed the mailed copy, and delayed my OIC further. \nWhen I asked Meicher, they just said they never advise clients to send paper copies (??). When I asked why they hadn't sent it in, they said they were still waiting for my \
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May 2022 by Tim Amundson
Awesome CPA firm. Extremely knowledgeable, thorough and friendly.
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April 2022 by Michele Tammi
Hands down the best! David Meicher never disappoints. Very knowledgeable with tax laws.David is very friendly and easy to work with. I will never go anywhere else.
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March 2022 by Omar M
Since I started with this company I have been working with Tony and I don’t have to say anything but the best. He is always very responsive, 10 pm 11 pm or 6 am. He always answer my questions even if I asked twice the same thing I’ll definitely recommend this company and I’ll keep working with Tony the rest of my life so don’t fire him!
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November 2021 by Shania Olson
We first contacted David Meicher about a month ago. We scheduled a meeting to ask questions etc. and we couldn't be happier! David was fun, very informative, and over all just great to work with! I can't wait to continue working with him at Meicher CPAs.
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July 2021 by Santiago Antar
I’ve called them to set an appointment because I needed information and they gave the info by phone. They were great ! I hope we can do business in the future.
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May 2021 by jake smith
We have been using Meicher CPAs for 8 years now. David knows the tax laws like the back of his hand. When we first met david it had felt like we had grown up together. When it comes to paying your taxes, he makes it seem like a good time.
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May 2020 by Brad Preeshl
My company has recently transitioned from a different CPA firm to Meicher, and we are extremely satisfied with their expertise, attentiveness, great attitude, etc. Everyone from the front desk to the Meicher family themselves are always very friendly, welcoming, and helpful. We are so glad we switched to Meicher, and are just a little upset we didn't do it earlier!
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May 2020 by Jeff Cayley
I've been working with Meicher for three years now. I am based in Pennsylvania and my business has locations throughout the country. Holly and Cindy there have been incredible to work with. Their knowledge, responsiveness and work are extraordinary. Could not be happier.
