Best Tax Preparation Services in Vista, CA

24 companies listed · 18 in Vista · 4 open weekends · 21 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license

Data verified October 17, 2026

Depauw Johnson Tax & Financial Services

Depauw Johnson Tax & Financial Services

(32)
  • Questions
  • Emails
  • Desk
“We honestly considered switching to a local company, because we are doing everything from several states away, but Ria did such a fabulous job, we'll be sticking with De Pauw Johnson.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1998
400 S Melrose Dr #207, Vista, CA
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Barron

Barron

(27)
  • Dmv
  • Money
  • Corporate Tax
“I paid over $800 per year to file taxes for my LLC, but they took care of the profit & loss statement, looked through tall my receipts, bank statements.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2018
1070 S Santa Fe Ave #6, Vista, CA
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Neza Tax Services

Neza Tax Services

(10)
  • Price
“I reached out to Jose in the peak of tax filing season, yet I found him to be very accommodating, super communicative and overall he did a great job quickly understanding my tax situation.”
Licensed
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2020
1120 Sycamore Ave Ste 2A, Vista, CA
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The Tax Gals

The Tax Gals

(19)
  • File
“I decided this year to compare the expected return/amount owed that an online service estimated to what a local tax preparation service comes up with.”
Se Habla Español
In Business Since 2013
550 W Vista Way #100, Vista, CA
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National Tax Relief

National Tax Relief

(1)
“I would not want to have any other Such kind and caring person and friend too!”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2012
122 Civic Center Dr STE 204, Vista, CA
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Alan M Brown, CPA

Alan M Brown, CPA

(7)
“If you're looking for someone that's easy to get along with, and that's at the top of their game as far as knowledge, organization, and overall professionalism, then Alan is the guy.”
In Business Since 2012
1261 Sunset Dr, Vista, CA
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The 24 companies listed for Vista, 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: Vista, CA

Of the 24 companies we list here, 18 are in Vista itself and 6 come from towns including Carlsbad (3, 5 mi), Oceanside (1, 5 mi) and San Marcos (1, 5 mi). 23 of the companies on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 373 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews and 21 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these companies on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (93%), responsiveness (86%) and quality (81%). 4 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. The services the companies on this page list most often on their websites are accounting & bookkeeping (2), business formation (2), business services (2), entity formation (2) and tax planning and preparation (2). 1 shows a license on its website and 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 11 websites of the companies on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 5 offer a free initial consultation; 1 is family- or locally-owned and 1 lists coupons or special offers. 2 have Spanish-speaking staff. We count these figures across the companies on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the company before you book a consultation.

Do any tax preparers listed for Vista offer a free first consultation?

5 of the 24 companies on this page state that a first consultation is free. In practice it buys a conversation about your situation and a quote for the return, not advice you can act on. Bring last year's return so the quote means something.

Big Picture Results

Big Picture Results

(7)
  • Bookkeeping
“More than just providing financial reports and Quickbook updates, Big Picture Results strives to learn about your business and help provide essential guidance and help to get your business on track and growing.”
In Business Since 2020
430 Vista Village Dr, Vista, CA
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Tax Representation Services, Michael Rude, EA

Tax Representation Services, Michael Rude, EA

(5)
  • Knowledge
“Be honest and upfront with Michael, give him all the information that you can and he will be able to help you with the best service and care that he can”
BBB Accredited
Free Initial Consultation
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2012
217 Civic Center Dr #4, Vista, CA
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R Moore, EA & Associates

R Moore, EA & Associates

(8)
  • Questions
“Not only did her fees turn out to be half as much as I expected, but she made everything super easy for me to understand, fill out and submit with almost no effort on my part.”
In Business Since 2011
1930 Watson Way #D, Vista, CA
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Starkey Brothers

Starkey Brothers

(3)
“The Starkey family has been solid and dependable financial advisors for my family and me for 20 years.”
In Business Since 1984
3186 Vista Way Ste 201, Oceanside, CA
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Melco Business & Tax Service

Melco Business & Tax Service

(5)
“Philip was an excellent partner during my tax filing - I had a very complex situation involving partial year moving, full time work, part-time contract work, personal business, incorrectly reported income from my company, and multi-state income.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2013
410 S Santa Fe Ave Suite 102, Vista, CA
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Lazos Tax

Lazos Tax

(7)
  • Questions
  • July
“Julio has a knack for explaining complicated tax issues in a very simple manner and never makes us feel rushed or pressured.”
In Business Since 1997
950 E Vista Way Ste. E, Vista, CA
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US TAX & Immigration Group

US TAX & Immigration Group

(2)
“Helps you file your taxes electronically and offers other services like renewing your ITIN number, green card renewal, bookkeeping, etc… check them out!”
In Business Since 2018
1010 E Vista Way Suite F, Vista, CA
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Reyes Center Services

Reyes Center Services

(2)
“They are very friendly and explain things to you in detail.”
502 W Vista Way, Vista, CA
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Sycamore Tax & Services

Sycamore Tax & Services

“I just recently hired my first employee and put him on payroll she advised me of what to do and made it easy for me to understand.”
In Business Since 2022
750 Sycamore Ave Suite 109, Vista, CA
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Hoover Susan

Hoover Susan

(1)
“Susan Hoover is highly knowledgeable, a person of integrity and honesty.”
In Business Since 2010
380 S Melrose Dr # 317, Vista, CA
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Golden Thurman & Associates

Golden Thurman & Associates

(1)
“Great for your taxes especially business.”
In Business Since 1978
955 Vale Terrace Dr A, Vista, CA
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Griffiths & Associates Cpa's APC

Griffiths & Associates Cpa's APC

931 Anza Ave # A, Vista, CA
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Arellano Accounting

Arellano Accounting

“Nuestra empresa de contabilidad ha estado sirviendo a las empresas de San Diego durante más de 5 años. Queremos que la comunidad Hispana tenga acceso a contabilidad de calidad, a un precio accesible. Su prosperidad, es nuestra ambición, y juntos pode...”
Family Business
Se Habla Español
In Business Since 2019
867 Arcadia Ave, Vista, CA
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Pacific Tax & Financial Group

Pacific Tax & Financial Group

(47)
  • Team
  • Tax Laws
  • Turbo Tax
“So glad we did because Darren explained everything that he was doing in detail (unlike H & R Block) and we learned a lot about our rental property and much more.”
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 2002
955 Boardwalk STE 203, San Marcos, CA
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Artists Business Management Group - San Diego

Artists Business Management Group - San Diego

(14)
  • Office
  • Team
  • Financial
“With over 20 years in business and dealing with 3 different CPA's, I commend ABMG for being our final and best Accounting and Tax Preparation team for last 8 years.”
BBB Rating: A+
Free Initial Consultation
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1983
5973 Avenida Encinas STE 200, Carlsbad, CA
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JL Wennes Certified Public Accountants

JL Wennes Certified Public Accountants

(20)
  • Small Business
“We have been very happy with the professionalism and organization, and most importantly, the excellent level of communication from everyone in the office.”
BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2012
5855 Avenida Encinas Suite 146, Carlsbad, CA
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Van Riper & Messina Cpas

Van Riper & Messina Cpas

(9)
“I have used other accountants in the past, but none even came close to the professionalism, quality, and outstanding customer service of Van Riper & Messina.”
BBB Accredited
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 1991
6096 Innovation Way, Carlsbad, CA
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EBS Business Tax Services

EBS Business Tax Services

(23)
  • Tax Law
  • Couple
  • Understanding
“I would highly recommend engaging with EBS Tax Services if you have a unique tax situation or if you want to legitimately lower your tax liability by leveraging the tax laws.”
BBB Rating: A+
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2011
Serving Vista Area
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Tax Preparation & Planning Services in Vista, CA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$292
Maximum cost
$2913
National Average
$525
Avg Per Hour Rates
$278
$350
$758
Average price range is based on 252 cost profiles
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Average Cost $525
Minimum cost $292
Maximum cost $2913
Avg Per Hour Rates $278

Average range $350 to $758 is based on 252 cost profiles.

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