CPA Recommendations in the Austin Area

[Michael Bishop]

Hello All,

I know that this topic has been discussed on a number of forums, and I've gone through the last 6 months worth and have a short list of recommendations so far. However, I'd like to get some fresh opinions/recommendations on the matter. My girlfriend and I are looking for a highly recommended CPA in the area; she is a real estate agent (we have several recommendations from her colleagues as well), and we will turn our primary residence into a rental within the year. Just looking to put a list of 5-10 CPAs together so that we can interview them and make a final decision for ourselves. Any and all input welcome!

Thanks,

Mike Bishop

[Michael Bishop]

Thanks everyone for the response. I thought I'd share my results for anyone looking for similar information in the future. My search came down to a decision between Susan Reiss and Josh Ray of Ray CPA. I ended up going with Ray CPA for two reasons; communication was easier and more natural and the variety of professionals he has on staff - CPAs, MBAs and an attorney. Below is the entire list I considered:

John Groom/http://www.askjohngoom.com - only takes certain clients

Mark Puzdrak/www.fivestoneatx.com

Josh Ray/Ray CPA - Round Rock. CPA's, MBA's and Attorney

Susan Reiss/Reiss Jung CPA - Round Rock

Michele Sweeten/Sweeten CPA - south Austin

Bruce Sieffert/http://brucemycpa.com/firm.html - south Austin

Any questions about my interviews with my top 2 (Josh Ray and Susan Reiss), PM me and I'd be happy to answer.

Happy hunting,

Mike Bishop