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Priority Tax Service
“Yes He's very professional hes been doing my taxes since I was 16 He's been doing taxes almost all his life he knows what hes doing I recommend Priority tax Services”
Best Tax Preparation Services in Modesto, CA
24 companies listed · all 24 in Modesto · 5 open weekends · 17 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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5 Star
- Efficient
- Information
- Honest
“I recommend Elvia Santana and everyone who works at this place is very friendly and explains the entire process step by step very well, when they are processing your Taxes.”
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Marie B Kelly & Associates
“Very professional!”
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Christine Reynolds EA
- Accountant
- Patient
- Questions
“Christine is thorough and looks for different ways to approach our yearly tax preparation in order to save us the maximum allowed reduction in our tax liability.”
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James Daniels JD CPA
“Once my business was in order, he used the losses and capital expenditures from my year 1 corporate return to ensure my W2 income was balanced and I received the biggest return possible.”
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Hawks & Associates Cpas
“My family all files with his office and have had nothing but smooth, and informative transactions for both business and personal tax services.”
The 24 companies listed for Modesto, CA prepare and file tax returns for individuals and small businesses. What each says about its services and credentials comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Modesto, CA
All 24 companies we list here are in Modesto itself. We have 48 companies in Modesto on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. 20 of the companies on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 276 reviews; 1 has 50 or more reviews and 17 are rated 4.5 or higher. 5 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. The services the companies on this page list most often on their websites are audit & assurance (2), business advisory (2), client accounting (2), estates & trusts (2) and tax services (2). 7 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 12 websites of the companies on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 3 offer payment plans and 2 offer a free initial consultation. We have a website on file for 22 of the companies on this page; 16 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 3 take bookings online. We count these figures across the companies on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the company before you book a consultation.
Are any tax preparers listed for Modesto open on Saturdays or Sundays?
5 of the 24 companies list weekend hours. Extended and weekend opening is common through the filing season and disappears afterward, so the hours shown here may not match what you find in the quiet part of the year. Call before you travel.
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Juarez Zarate & Co
“Excellent services!”
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Big Ape Tax Service
“I've been a client since 2014, before Big Ape ever came about.”
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Jessi's Tax Services
- Information
“I've had people do my taxes before in the past and it's like a different language to me and hard to understand but she's very good at helping know what's going on.”
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Lambert Marla C
“Awesome CPA”
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Jeffrey D. Bowman, CPA
“We carefully structure financial strategies using tailored solutions and strong industry knowledge to give your business a solid foundation. From business advisory and tax planning to managed accounting and financial audits, our goal is to ensure sus...”
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Ristau & Co
“We carefully structure financial strategies using tailored solutions and strong industry knowledge to give your business a solid foundation. From business advisory and tax planning to managed accounting and financial audits, our goal is to ensure sus...”
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Sargent Sargent & Bryan
“Shelly is a great gal”
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Michael S Cash, EA
“Michael researched, obtained documents and prepared amended tax returns that we were able to provide to the IRS which resulted in our tax situation being resolved favorably.”
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L. Sargent & Associates
- Mind
- Peace
“I live in Turlock and every year I make the drive to Modesto for Laurie because peace of mind of knowing she takes care of me, is very professional, makes it worth the drive!”
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Arthur Burk
“She can be a handful and make it hard to attend appointments.”
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APS Tax and Accounting Services
“One best place for Tex and accounting services in town.”
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Bells Tax Service
“I've been going to Linda for almost 15 years, she's amazing.”
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Shirleys Bookkeeping & Tax Services
“I have been go to Shirley's Booking for over 5 years.”
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Gordin & Associates
“In the beginning he did a great job for me, but as my business grew I felt like he wasn't giving it the time needed in order to ensure I received the maximum tax advantages possible.”
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Montes Business Services
“Please, feel free to browse our website to see the services we offer as well as the many helpful resources we provide. When you are ready to learn more about what we can do for you, we encourage you to”
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Michael R. Baudler, Certified Public Accountant
“Mike is a great guy with a good staff easy to work with easy to get into see him”
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Rea & Associates
“To contribute to the overall financial health of your business, you need to understand asset management and the concepts of capitalizing and depreciat... about What you need to know about capitalization and depreciation of business assets➞”
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Browning Garry CPA Tax Preparation
“They prepared all our late returns and helped get us back in good standing with the state.”
Tax Preparation & Planning Services in Modesto, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$306
Maximum cost
$3054
National Average
$550
Avg Per Hour Rates
$291
$367
$794
Average price range is based on 478 cost profiles
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