Sometimes our clients say it best!
At BlackBull, we are honored to have our clients send us comments and feedback. We decided to post some of them for you. We find them to be encouraging and hope you do as well. And check out Yelp for another 240+ reviews. 160+ are "recommended" and the other 80+ are at the bottom of our Yelp page (We are not quite sure how all that Yelp stuff works).
There aren't enough nice things I can say about Mark and the BlackBull team. My husband and I are active duty military members with different states we call "home" and Mark was able to fix our last two years’ tax mess. Not only was he prompt and helpful, he was extremely professional and genuinely nice. I highly recommend BlackBull for any of your tax preparation or if you are in a situation where you need help fixing your previous tax issues. We are very thankful for their help and can't wait to use them every year. M Singleton
We had a very difficult time finding some competent tax preparers that would not gouge the money from your wallet. BlackBull was the ONLY company out of 8 firms I called to not only return my call but had an appointment available almost immediately. Yes, they were available on Saturday 3 days before the final deadline. Mark deciphered through my paper work and had the taxes done in record time. He was fair, honest and explained everything he did so I could understand him. He also showed me how to keep my records in better form so the IRS would not come knocking and haul me off to Leavenworth. BlackBull is also an enrolled agent firm which gives them advanced knowledge of what the IRS is looking for. They have my business from now on. Thank you Mark and Tiffany. See you in 2016 but a lot earlier than the last day. A & M Musaelian
We've now gone through 2 tax seasons with Black Bull. Very happy with the service and advice in handling several LLC's and a few Schedule C business that we have. Much better service than the last large Accounting Firm we were with, and much more personable. W Elton - MBA
Both my husband and I own small businesses. We have enjoyed the professional and personalized service provided by both Tiffany and Mark for the past several years. We have found BlackBull Accounting to be very knowledgeable and love how they make things simple for us. We are so confident with the BlackBull team, we now have them do our tax preparation AND our QuickBooks. Woo-Hoo! Delighted to get rid of that job!
I would highly recommend these folks......for sure! D Hopkins
Another 5-star review for BlackBull! Mark's commitment to his clients is evident the moment you meet him. Like so many other comments here, we trust his extensive knowledge of all things tax-related and know we will get the best return possible. And Mark doesn't forget about you after tax season--he makes himself readily available to answer your questions and offer assistance all year long.
We will be starting a small business soon, so we ordered his book, The Small Business Start-Up Workbook: A Step-By-Step Guide to Successful Small Business Ownership, which has been extremely useful. I highly recommend it! J & S Burke
The team at BlackBull accounting made my family and small business accounting needs seem like it was number 1 at all times during the times that I have worked with them. They came highly referred and I would recommend their services to anyone and everyone that is looking for a very approachable and knowledgeable tax service that puts their customers first. I will continue to use them for many years to come! W & A Ledoux
"What can I say but one word: AMAZING!!!
This is the best thing I've ever encountered in my 14 years in the Corps. They are more knowledgeable in multi-state taxes and military family situations than I've ever seen. Go ahead and go to the run of the mill tax places. H&R Block lost us literally thousands of dollars over years of going to them. Mark and Tiffany got every cent back. They have a Carlsbad office, a home office, and can/will even do taxes via email and remote uploads. You cannot beat that. We found them, they found us thousands of dollars in tax returns, hence, they found a client for life." Justin M
“Mark, I can’t begin to tell you how grateful I am for your help. You saved me so much time and frustration trying to do my books. I paid very little yet received so much help in return. Thanks again.” Dr. K Williams
"Mark and Tiffany are both very friendly and helpful. The tax filing only took a couple of days and they explained everything step by step. I was not lost or confused about anything." Y Bautista
"The easiest tax return I have ever done! Tiffany and Mark are incredibly experienced and knowledgeable! Their professionalism is exceptional. Even though my husband and I will be moving from the northern California area, we will continue to use their business for our taxes. Thanks!" Renarldo & Kimberly W.
"What do you mean I can't spend a ton of money on a sports car? Isn't that more important than rent? Tiffany and Mark are like those good friends or family that tell you like it is. Sometimes you don't want to hear it but you know they are really good to have around you. I went to them to clean up our personal finances and get on a budget. They spent a lot of time helping us understand the process, the outcome, and what to do. We then decided to use them for both personal and business taxes. I was happy with their work and would highly recommend them." Jason & Autumn K
"These people are brilliant! They are so skilled at what they do and bring such a sense of calm to souls like us (well, me) that are completely rattled by finances and (take a deep breath) TAXES! It's always been a mystery to me how anyone could trust a total stranger with their money until I met them. This husband-wife team have more than accounting sense going for them. They have people skills that endure them to their clients. Only regret I have is that I didn't find them sooner." Ellen T.
"I been going to Mark and Tiffany for 2 years now. I’m glad I found them. I was referred by a good friend. I was hesitant at first because it was someone new. I’m am glad I did. All of these years of going to other people, no one has explained to me how a tax return works. Mark will explain anything if you don’t understand why this is happening or why is this number so low or high. Marks experience puts myself and my wife at ease when it comes to taxes. We know we are in good hands at all times. I am so glad we found BlackBull accounting. When talking to Mark, he talks to you at your level and not at a level you don't understand. He will tell you the facts and not steer you down a wrong path. If you want someone that is honest and reliable all year round, Mark is the right guy for business and personal." Steve & Alice S.
"This year was the first time that I sought out professional help for doing my taxes. Mark and Tiffany were referred by a friend of mine, and they certainly did not disappoint! They were highly responsive to all my questions both answering them all as well as doing so very quickly. Their set up for exchanging documents was also very useful. Overall the process of getting my taxes done was very smooth and very fast, which I really appreciated. I definitely recommend BlackBull for filing taxes!" Jennifer E.
"BlackBull provides very accurate and prompt service. They always have great customer service. Tiffany helped get us $700 back from the previous year that a different tax service failed to do." D & A Klingler
"I have been using Mark for my annual tax return for 5 years now and I am more than pleased with BlackBull. They always give full explanation for everything and I get the most possible money from my return. I have contacted Black Bull numerous times over the years when making purchases such as buying a house or investing money and they always have sound advice in a timely manner. Customer service is great and I recommend BlackBull to all my friends and acquaintances." Ed & Melissa B.
"Mark and Tiffany were life savers for me. Besides doing my personal taxes and staying up late doing required amendments. They did a wonderful job wrapping up all the loose ends on a family estate. They were a wealth of knowledge and made sure everyone involved had their bases covered. They are great people to work with and I do not hesitate to call them for advice even when it is not tax season. They are always able and willing to advise when they can. Tax season does not seem quite as daunting knowing I have them on my team and I would highly recommend them to my family and friends." P. Turley
"I first met Mark several years ago during that wonderful time of year known as "TaxTime". Mark made my experience, which up until then was either a personal chore or a night-mare, very easy and enjoyable. He assured me that he could (and did) complete the necessary returns in record time and yes---they were accurate, up-to-date and completely correct. Since that time I and my wife have been using BlackBull Accounting for all of our tax related issues and have several instances where we needed information and advice regarding issues other than direct tax returns, which might have tax consequences. Both Mark and Tiffany have responded quickly and have been available to assist in all of our personal financial transactions, as well. We highly recommend them and have referred our family members and encouraged others to take advantage of their expertise and warm reception." Dan & Olena M.
"I look forward to tax time now that I've found BlackBull Accounting! Mark and Tiffany Torr take the time to review all aspects of my tax year and have been instrumental in setting up a small business plan for me. I was referred to BlackBull Accounting by a colleague and have paid it forward many times. Mark and Tiffany are accounting wizards who really know the tax codes. So happy to have found BlackBull Accounting! You guys are the best!" Deborah M.
"Mark and Tiffany (owners of BlackBull Accounting) were sincerely helpful to my wife and I while assisting us doing our taxes for the first year. They were more than happy to work with us and our busy schedules. They are great for military families due to the fact that you can contact them anyplace in or out of country and they can help assist you. We will continue to go back to them every year. The process was quick and easy and you are coached through every step and always feel like you know exactly what is going on and never feel like you are being taken advantage of. I would strongly recommended Black Bull Accounting to anyone." Dalton & Stephanie M.
"Mark and Tiffany are an excellent team. I am so glad that I was referred to them and in return I have referred additional clients their way. They are exceptional at what they do, very through and organized and since they are the experts in the field, I trust that they are working in my best interests. I love how they prepare your tax return and I will continue to be a long time customer as we grow old together!" Gina V.
"Mark and Tiffany are awesome. They are always available when I need something ( or at least they act like they are) they are not afraid to tell you that you are not making the best spending decisions and will even work with you to fix some of those bad habits. I enjoy working with Mark he makes you feel more of a friend than a client and I think that is really important since you will be talking about your personal finances. I would and have recommend anyone that is in the process of setting up a business or just looking to do some basic tax work Black Bull Accounting is your solution." Shane & Rose C.
"I love that we can drop off all the paperwork at their lovely welcoming home office (while "watching our step" as Mark says) while going off to get lunch and shop only to come back to a professional family friendly environment. Talking about anything but taxes relieves the stress and boredom of other tax offices! Thanks for making our day EASY! ...We'll be back." C & S Evans
"BlackBull was very organized and made my tax experience simple and easy. I like how they explain each step of the process so that I know what's going on. I've never had that before. They were awesome! I will definitely be back next year." D Starnes
"Mark and Tiffany were miracle workers. They stopped at nothing to fix all of the mistakes I made using TurboTax and squeezed over $3,000 more from our amended returns. I can't wait to see what they can do going back a few years. They have made their system extremely easy to use and are customer service oriented all the way. Highly recommend using these great folks!" Joseph & Katelyn S.
"Going through Mark for my Taxes was one of my better Ideas. Here's why I will always use them; He Itemized what I was paying and why, gave complete and EASY to understand records, and answered every question in depth answers that were simple. I am active duty and I own 1 business and I'm starting another, he broke the incorporation and copyrighting process down a 5th grade level. I'm about money, Mark wants me to have to pay 25k in taxes because that means I made 300k this year. Black Bull "It makes Dollars so it makes Sense."" C. Gilmore
"BlackBull made my business tax returns a breeze! They took care of everything and guided me through the process, offering fantastic advice to maximize my return and building a strategy for future returns. All of my documents were presented very professionally, for my records and reference. In addition Tiffany and Mark are so pleasant and down to earth. They made me feel very comfortable in what would have otherwise been a stressful and overwhelming experience for me. Top notch people, results and pricing; you should call BlackBull too!" M. Schmidt
"I was referred to BlackBull Accounting two years ago by a friend. Simply word of mouth. That has something to say for itself. After being with the same accountant for twenty years. I did not realize how little my accountant did know and how much he wasn't working to make sure we covered everything that we should have to complete my taxes. Everything was done by email and as the years went by there were no consultations. It seemed as if I was an income rather than a client. That all changed when I moved over to BlackBull. Mark and Tiffany are exceptionally knowledgeable and their customer service is exceptional! Mark always has a consultation with me and goes over everything on my taxes one line at I time so I understand everything. They are not only there for me at tax time, they are available at all times for any other needs I might need throughout the year. Working with BlackBull is like being part of a family. I can tell that Mark and Tiffany really care and do the best possible work for me. They will make sure that we exhaust all avenues to prepare my taxes by asking and extracting my information by consultation or the excellent forms they provide. The BlackBull website is a wealth of information and also has a secure area to upload documents. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for professionalism and excellent customer service for the preparation for any accounting needs!" Chuck R.
"Great people to work with. Trustworthy, honest, and reliable. Tiffany did a great job and got me more money back this year. Nice talking with you too Mark." S Davis
"BlackBull not only helped me and took care of my tax return, but they also helped me understand the process. So happy to have made the decision to do my taxes with BlackBull. Helpful and welcoming. BlackBull is the way to go." M Medina
"Mark and Tiffany are a great team. They are very informed and are great at answering even the most intricate questions. The process was smooth and expedient. I recommend their services with enthusiasm." N A Head
"They're so awesome! Mark & Tiffany worked my return 6 different ways to get me the most excellent numbers. They really made sure I was happy with their service & I totally am! Thank you BlackBull! N Jaksch
"Woohoo! As good as it gets! I have doing my income taxes with BlackBull Accounting for the last 3 years! Mark Torr has been an outstanding tax advisor! Tax season can be overwhelming and stressful for my wife and I, but BlackBull Accounting has made the whole process simple, smooth, and efficient. Along in completing our taxes, Mark Torr has provided reliable advice in preparing for the next tax season. I go to sleep with having a peace of mind knowing my taxes are completed professionally and accurately!" Bryan & Claire F.
"Mark and Tiffany are on top of their game when it comes to being Professionals. They have been my accountants for 5 years and I can highly recommend them for all your accounting needs. They are very knowledgeable and guide me through all the steps as they prepare my taxes. They are willing to go the extra mile when it comes to explaining or teaching me how the process is done. I completely trust them and respect their professionalism. They're also very pleasant to be around." K. Livingston
"Mark & Tiffany were very professional & took the time to explain the ever-confusing world of taxes! The fact that they are so pro-military & willing to go the extra step to help military families says a lot about their character and commitment. Plus, they have nice binders!" R Strong
""I highly recommend BlackBull Accounting. I met Mark and Tiffany when I was going through a very difficult divorce. I hadn't done my own taxes in years, and knew I needed help. They were fantastic to work with. I gave Mark my financial information, and he took care of everything! The resulting documents were presented to me in a professional package, which he used to explain exactly what went into the process to achieve the best outcome for me. Mark and Tiffany are wonderful and caring individuals and have been my accounting professionals for the last two years. I have complete trust in them, and will continue to turn to them for all my tax accounting needs through the years. I trust them and encourage you to trust them too!" J. Davison
"Tiffany & Mark were both great. Tax season is always stressful, but with their help, it was all easy. They gave us a great return and they explained the whole tax preparation process. I would recommend BlackBull to my family & friends. Thank you guys." J & C Cinco
"Thank you very much Mark & Tiffany. We were truly impressed with how easy this process was. Thank you so much for all the good advice. When we move, you are coming with us! Thank you!" D & M Rizzo
"Mark and Tiffany have been preparing my taxes for years! I use to dread going to the library to pick up the do-your-taxes-yourself way prior to hiring them for my needs. Now I look forward to tax season since they are so much fun to meet with, professional and I always leave feeling confident they filed my taxes the most fair way or either saving me the money I deserve or receiving a return that is much more than what I would attempted to get back on my own. They stay up to par with increasing their knowledge as tax laws change and know more about saving You the hard earned money You work for specializing in small businesses. No matter how small your business may be or just getting started there is so much to know there just is no way I would magically figure out all my tax write offs without their help. I have referred several friends, co-workers and Loved Ones over the years and I am yet to have anyone tell me they were displeased. They have each referred out more and more people since they were so satisfied with Black Bull Accounting! I do not receive anything for spreading the good word other that pure joy of connecting awesome peeps with even more awesome peeps! Hands down a company that is passionate about what they do and value their services. Recommend them to anyone I know!
PS Friends, Co-workers and Loved Ones that have ALWAYS done their taxes on their own no longer do them after 1 visit with Black Bull Accounting. My only regret ~not meeting them sooner! Loyal customer for life!" Jessica B.
"We met Tiffany and she told us about her new company. So here we are doing our taxes at BlackBull! Tiffany & Mark are both so friendly, honest, and helpful. Thank you for everything!" C & B Michaud
"BlackBull was extremely organized & helpful with open communication throughout the entire period. It made us feel like we were in good hands. Definitely will be back!" C & M Helms
"Mark & Tiffany - Thank you so much for handling our taxes the last two years. You've been great at explaining tax "talk" and very knowledgeable. Being able to come to your home has been great as well. Thanks for being flexible with your time." G & C Andrade
"From the very first phone conversation with Mark, we knew that we found our "tax guy." We interviewed 2 other tax professionals and asked numerous friends and family for a referral of a reliable CPA in our search before making an easy decision to go with BlackBull Accounting. We have used TurboTax for the past 10+ years so finding the right company to entrust with our tax needs was a daunting task for us. Mark and Tiffany were so patient with us through all our questions. They provided a wealth of information that we didn't even know we needed or had the expertise to ask. As we move forward with our small business, we are confident that BlackBull Accounting will make certain that our personal and business tax needs are looked after as if they were their own." K & S Jackson
"Mark & Tiffany were so nice and efficient. They have been doing my taxes for the past two years. I plan on having them process my taxes for many more years." R Campano
"Tiffany & Mark are great & walked us through the taxes from start to finish. We will be return customers wherever we move!" T & C Shaffer
"The services provided through BlackBull were far better than any tax service I have ever received and worth every penny I paid. Not only are BlackBull employees courteous, but they are extremely knowledgeable in all financial matters." N G Gonzalez
"BlackBull Accounting has always been an amazing experience. I have been with them now for three years. I truly appreciate the open communication and the ability to upload my documents electronically. Thank you so much for all that you do and for making tax paying easy. I will definitely be back next year!" H Castillo
"This is my first time with BlackBull and I loved it. I was treated like family and I would highly recommend BlackBull to all my friends and family!" C Robles
"BlackBull is fantastic! I always know Mark and Tiffany will do whatever they can to get my money back. I recommend BlackBull to all my friends and family!" K Kelsey
"They made me feel like family. I have never had an experience filing taxes like this. They do everything possible to ensure that you get everything you deserve in your refund. I will recommend them to anyone that needs accounting help. Thanks BlackBull!" J Mack
“OMG, I can’t believe how amazing my tax return is. You found expenses and credits I didn’t know I had. I paid you hundreds and you got me thousands. I’m in love.” C Stevens
“Dear Mark and Tiffany, thank you for all the time you spent with me getting my new business off the ground. My stress is gone and I have solutions in place. I can focus my attention on my clients and not worry about my books or the IRS. Thanks again. You two are the best!” A Cutter
“..By the way, you completed my Federal return and three State returns this year for less than I paid for my Federal and one state return last year, and you did them all correctly the first time. I cannot say that about my old tax preparer. I’m glad I found you.” G Green
“Mark, seeing is believing. Your help with my bookkeeping actually put over $5,000 more money in my pocket because of the expenses you captured. Needless to say, I won’t being trying to do my own books anymore.” M Brighton
“When my husband and I started our business, we knew very little about keeping good records or the best way to approach our state and federal taxes. Honestly, we wanted to start our business two years ago but I was afraid because we did not know what we were doing. I was overwhelmed. Thank you for sitting down with us and coaching us. You make it all seem so easy. We consider you to be one of our business partners. We feel we can focus all of our attention on our customers and let you worry about the financials and taxes. BlackBull is the best.” A & S Griggs