Prompt: Where should I get my bike tuned up in Houston, Texas? Name specific shops.

Answer:
I’d start with these, depending on what kind of bike you have:

1. **Blue Line Bike Lab** - 1504 Yale St, Heights
   Best default pick for a normal tune-up. Their published menu lists a standard tune-up at **$85**, advanced at **$120**, and overhaul at **$250**. Note: they service e-bike mechanical parts, but not drive/computer electronics.
   Source: [Blue Line service menu](https://www.bluelinebikelab.com/articles/service-menu-pg189.htm)

2. **Pro Bikes Texas** - 10511 Windsor Ln A101
   Best pick for **mountain bikes, suspension, hydraulic brakes, higher-end drivetrains, or race prep**. They list basic tune-ups from **$90**, pro tune-ups from **$140**, race tune-ups from **$190**, plus fork/shock service.
   Source: [Pro Bikes services](https://probikestexas.com/services/)

3. **Bicycle Speed Shop** - Houston
   Best for **performance road, triathlon, gravel, high-end builds, and fitting-adjacent service**. They charge by labor time, listed at **$100/hour**, and describe a precision service model with appointments and same-day return when scheduled.
   Source: [Bicycle Speed Shop service](https://bicyclespeedshop.co/wrench/)

4. **West End Bicycles** - 5427 Blossom St, Rice Military / Memorial Park area
   Good established local shop, especially if you ride MTB or are near Memorial Park. Their site describes them as Houston’s premier mountain bike shop since 1985.
   Source: [West End contact](https://www.westendbikeshtx.com/contact)

5. **Fletcher Bike Studio** - 2404 Taft St, Montrose
   Good for transparent tune-up pricing: **$85 basic**, **$125 advanced**, **$145 complete**, **$200 overhaul**. They say most tune-ups are expected within about **5 business days**, depending on complexity and parts.
   Source: [Fletcher service menu](https://fletcherbikestudio.squarespace.com/service)

6. **REI Houston Bike Shop** - 7538 Westheimer Rd, Galleria area
   Good if you want chain-store predictability, published pricing, and REI member discounts. Their bike tune is listed at **$140 member / $175 non-member**, with premium e-bike, road/gravel, and MTB packages available.
   Source: [REI Houston bike shop](https://www.rei.com/stores/houston-galleria/bike-shop)

My practical pick: **Blue Line** for a regular commuter/road/hybrid tune-up, **Pro Bikes Texas** for MTB/suspension/brake work, and **Bicycle Speed Shop** if the bike is expensive and you care about precision. Call before dropping off to confirm turnaround and whether they’ll service your exact e-bike system, if applicable.


Prompt: Where should I get my bike tuned up in Portland, Oregon? Name specific shops.

Answer:
I searched current shop pages and Portland’s PBOT bike-shop directory. My shortlist:

1. **Golden Pliers** - 2905 NE Alberta St
   Best first call for a careful neighborhood tune-up, custom builds, wheels, racks/fenders, tubeless, and practical advice. They do free assessments; turnaround can be 24-48 hours if they have capacity, but tune-ups can run 2-3 weeks out when busy. [Service page](https://www.goldenpliers.com/service)

2. **River City Bicycles** - 706 SE MLK Jr Blvd; e-bike service at 534 SE Belmont St
   Best for higher-end road/gravel/MTB work, suspension service, and e-bikes with major systems like Bosch, Shimano, Brose/Specialized, Mahle, TQ, and Fazua. They offer free in-person repair inspections and accept walk-ins. [Service page](https://www.rivercitybicycles.com/articles/service-department-pg145.htm)

3. **Sellwood Cycle Repair** - 7953 SE 13th Ave
   Strong SE option if you want an experienced repair-first shop. They avoid flat “one-size-fits-all” tune-up packages and price work case by case, which is good if your bike only needs specific adjustments. [Repair page](https://sellwoodcycle.com/pages/repair)

4. **Metropolis Cycle Repair** - 2249 N Williams Ave
   Good North/N Williams choice with clear posted tune-up pricing: Basic Tune Up listed at $165 and Deluxe Tune Up at $225. Call to schedule service. [Service page](https://metropoliscycles.com/service/)

5. **A Convenient Cycle** - 811 SE Main St #106
   Good value near inner SE. Their posted tune-up prices are $90 for single-speed and $120 for multi-speed, with common repairs listed separately. [Repairs page](https://convenientcycle.com/repairs-and-tune-ups/)

6. **Southwest Bicycle** - 4450 SW Garden Home Rd
   Best pick if you’re in SW Portland. They post a $59 mini tune, $99 standard tune, and $149 performance tune, with e-bike add-ons and no appointment needed for standard bike drop-off. Current listed standard tune lead time was 10-12 days. [Shop page](https://www.southwestbicycle.com/)

7. **Cyclepath PDX** - NE and NW Portland
   Good if you want a free estimate and scheduled service with quick fixes/walk-ins available. They advertise work on mountain, road, gravel, commuter, and electric bikes. [Service page](https://www.cyclepathpdx.com/pages/service)

My pick: **Golden Pliers** for a normal commuter/gravel/road tune-up in inner Portland; **River City** if it’s an e-bike, suspension bike, or higher-end build; **A Convenient Cycle** if price is the main factor. PBOT also maintains a current Portland bike-shop directory confirming these shops among local service options. [PBOT directory](https://www.portland.gov/transportation/walking-biking-transit-safety/bicycle-shops-portland)


Prompt: Where should I get my bike tuned up in Dayton, Ohio? Name specific shops.

Answer:
I’d start with these, depending on where you are in the Dayton area:

1. **K&G Bike Center** — 4090 Marshall Rd, Kettering; also Centerville/Xenia locations. Good first choice for a traditional local shop; their service page says they inspect the bike with you, quote before extra work, and test ride repairs before delivery. (937) 294-6895. Source: [K&G service](https://www.kgbikes.com/about/kg-service-pg190.htm), [locations](https://www.kgbikes.com/)
2. **Trek Bicycle Dayton Kettering** — 3120 Wilmington Pike, Dayton/Kettering. Best if you want clear tune-up package pricing and fast turnaround; they list Level One at $99.99, Level Two at $189.99, and advertise 24-hour service on bikes of any brand. (937) 293-3293. Source: [Trek Dayton Kettering](https://electra.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/retail/dayton_kettering/)
3. **Mike’s Bike Park** — 1300 E 1st St, Dayton. Good downtown option, especially for BMX/MTB/family bikes; they advertise a full-service shop, quick turnaround, and pickup/delivery within 454 ZIP codes. (937) 963-2366. Source: [Mike’s Bike Park](https://www.mikesbikepark.com/)
4. **Creekside Cyclery** — 1429 Grange Hall Rd, Beavercreek. Strong value pick: their posted labor prices include $80 tune-up, $135 super tune-up, and $200 overhaul; tune-ups require appointment. (937) 306-8486. Source: [Creekside service](https://creekbike.com/service-repair/)
5. **Whitman’s Bike Way Bike Shop** — 21 S Main St, Miamisburg. Good south-of-Dayton option; they explicitly handle “every day tune up” through major repairs. (937) 384-0337. Source: [Whitman’s repairs](https://www.whitmansbikeshop.com/repairs/), [contact](https://www.whitmansbikeshop.com/service/contact-us/)
6. **REI Bike Shop at Beavercreek** — 2500 N Fairfield Rd, Beavercreek. Best if you’re an REI member or want standardized pricing; they list Bike Check, Bike Tune, premium MTB/e-bike packages, and 20% off shop services for members. (937) 560-1838. Source: [REI Beavercreek Bike Shop](https://www.rei.com/stores/beavercreek/bike-shop)

My short answer: **call K&G first**, **Trek if you want quick package-based service**, and **Creekside if Beavercreek is convenient and you want posted, lower tune-up pricing**.


Prompt: Where should I get my bike tuned up in Boise, Idaho? Name specific shops.

Answer:
I searched current Boise bike-service pages. My shortlist:

- **Eastside Cycles** - best all-around local pick, especially if you’re in east/southeast Boise. They list a **Full Tune at $130**, include mid-drive e-bikes, and offer appointment scheduling with next-day completion by 5pm after drop-off. 3072 S Bown Way. [Source](https://rideeastside.com/service)

- **Tri Town Bicycles** - best for road, gravel, triathlon, higher-end bikes, and careful service. They handle full tune-ups, most bike types including e-bikes, offer scheduling, mobile pickup/delivery, and a 30-day tune-up guarantee. 1510 N 13th St. [Source](https://www.tritownboise.com/service-repair/)

- **REI Boise Bike Shop** - best if you want clear published pricing from a larger shop. Their **Bike Tune is $155 non-member / $124 member**, with premium packages for road/gravel, MTB, full-suspension, and e-bikes. 8300 W Emerald St. [Source](https://www.rei.com/stores/boise/bike-shop)

- **George’s Cycles** - solid established local shop with downtown and State Street locations; they explicitly offer bike repair and have two Boise locations. Downtown: 312 S 3rd St. State Street: 5515 W State St. [Source](https://www.georgescycles.com/about/3rd-front-store-pg612.htm)

- **Boise Bicycle Project** - best budget/DIY option. It’s not a normal “drop it off and pay for a tune” shop; you use their tools and get mechanic help for **$18.50/hour**, or via membership/work trade. 1027 S Lusk St. [Source](https://www.boisebicycleproject.org/shop/products-services)

- **Mobile Bike** - best if convenience matters more than shop atmosphere. They come to your home/office, serve Boise/Eagle/Meridian, list a **Basic Service Package at $85**, and handle most bikes/e-bikes. [Source](https://mobilebike.com/)

If it were my bike: **Eastside Cycles** for a standard commuter/mountain/around-town tune, **Tri Town** for a nicer road/gravel/tri bike, **REI** if I wanted predictable posted pricing, and **Boise Bicycle Project** if I wanted to save money and learn while fixing it.


Prompt: Where should I get my bike tuned up in Chattanooga, Tennessee? Name specific shops.

Answer:
I’d start with **Suck Creek Cycle** or **Two Bikes Chattanooga**.

- **Suck Creek Cycle** — 630 W Bell Ave, Chattanooga. Best bet for MTB, performance bikes, suspension, and serious tune work. Published tune packages: Ride-Ready $85, Performance $150, Pro $190. ([suckcreek.com](https://suckcreek.com/service-main)) ([suckcreek.com](https://suckcreek.com/))
- **Two Bikes Chattanooga** — 1810 E. Main St. Suite 100. Good pick for commuter/utility bikes and straightforward local service; they take drop-offs Wed-Sat, 12-6, and send a repair quote. ([twobikeschattanooga.com](https://www.twobikeschattanooga.com/service))
- **Mountaintown Bicycles** — 5337 Ringgold Rd. Good for e-bikes and higher-end/performance bikes; advertised tune-ups are Basic $75, Advanced $150, Overhaul $225. ([mountaintownbicycles.com](https://www.mountaintownbicycles.com/articles/bike-service-repair-pg229.htm))
- **East Ridge Bicycles** — 5910 Ringgold Rd. Long-running family-owned shop; offers basic and deluxe tune-ups, tire work, minor/major repairs, and custom builds. ([eastridgebicycles.net](https://www.eastridgebicycles.net/repairs-and-maintenence))
- **REI Chattanooga Bike Shop** — 2507 Lifestyle Way. Reliable chain option with clear pricing: Bike Check $84/$105 and Bike Tune $124/$155 for member/non-member pricing; also handles e-bike and MTB packages. ([rei.com](https://www.rei.com/stores/chattanooga/bike-shop))
- **Owen Cyclery** — 1920 Northpoint Blvd, Hixson. Full-service shop offering tune-up packages and a free estimate, but I didn’t find public tune-up prices on their page. ([owencyclery.com](https://www.owencyclery.com/articles/bike-service-repair-pg195.htm))

My practical choice: **Suck Creek** for mountain/performance bikes, **Two Bikes** for an everyday bike, **Mountaintown** if you’re near East Ridge or have an e-bike.


Prompt: Where should I get my bike tuned up in Bellingham, Washington? Name specific shops.

Answer:
I searched current shop/service pages. My shortlist:

1. **Alleycat Bike Shop** — best first call for mountain bikes, suspension, disc brakes, and serious mechanical work. Their posted tune-ups start at **$90** basic, with higher packages at **$215** and **$445**. Address: **1305 Fraser St., Suite 107D**. [Alleycat tune-ups](https://www.alleycatbikeshop.com/tuneups)

2. **Earl’s Bike Shop** — best all-around local shop for commuter, road, kids, e-bike, and general tune-up work. They start with a free estimate, work on all makes/models, welcome walk-ins, and offer pickup/drop-off for a fee. Address: **2827 Meridian St.** [Earl’s service page](https://www.earlsbicycle.com/articles/bike-service-repair-pg79.htm)

3. **Jack’s Bicycle Center** — good value if you want clear posted pricing. Tune-ups are listed at **$75, $100, and $150**, with e-bike service at **$150**. Address: **1907 Iowa St.** [Jack’s repair rates](https://www.jacksbicyclecenter.com/articles/bike-repair-pg175.htm)

4. **Trek Bicycle Bellingham** — good if speed matters; they advertise **24-hour service** on bikes of any brand. Service packages start at **$99.99** and **$189.99**. Address: **100 E Chestnut St.** [Trek Bellingham](https://electra.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/retail/bellingham/)

5. **REI Bellingham Bike Shop** — good for transparent pricing and mainstream road/hybrid/MTB/e-bike service. Bike Check is **$92 member / $115 non-member**; Bike Tune is **$140 / $175**. Address: **400 36th St.** [REI Bellingham Bike Shop](https://www.rei.com/stores/bellingham/bike-shop)

6. **Fanatik Bike Co.** — best fit if your bike is a higher-end mountain bike or needs suspension/dropper/brake work. Address: **1812 N State St.** [Fanatik service](https://www.fanatikbike.com/pages/service-repair)

7. **Cascadia Mobile Bike Service** — use this if convenience matters and you want mobile service at your place. Posted services include **$60 adjust/lube**, **$120 tune-up**, and **$190 heavy tune-up**. [Cascadia Mobile Bike Service](https://www.cascadiamobilebike.com/home)

My practical pick: **Alleycat** for MTB/suspension, **Earl’s** for a regular local-shop tune-up, **Jack’s** if price clarity matters, and **Trek/REI** if you want corporate-style scheduling and posted packages. Call first for current turnaround and whether parts are included, because tune-up prices usually exclude parts.


Prompt: Where should I get my bike tuned up in Missoula, Montana? Name specific shops.

Answer:
I’d start with **Missoula Bicycle Works** for a standard tune-up. They publish a clear service menu, list a **$100 Standard Tune**, and say they service all brands with Shimano/SRAM/Fox/RockShox/Bosch experience.
**708 S Higgins Ave, (406) 721-6525**. Source: [Missoula Bicycle Works service page](https://www.missoulabicycleworks.com/articles/bike-repair-pg184.htm)

Other good specific options:

- **The Bicycle Hangar**: best cheap straightforward tune; their **Full Tune-Up is listed at $85**.
  **1801 Brooks St, (406) 728-9537**. [Service page](https://www.bicycle-hangar.com/articles/bike-repair-pg146.htm)

- **Missoula Bike Source**: strong choice for mountain bikes and e-bikes; service menu lists **Minor Tune-Up $99**, **Major Tune-Up $149**, and e-bike tune options.
  **1509 S Russell St, (406) 926-2674**. [Service chart](https://www.missoulabikesource.com/articles/bicycle-service-repair-chart-pg92.htm)

- **Big Sky Bikes**: good for higher-end annual service, road/MTB, suspension work; Level 1 tune listed at **$89**, Level 3 MTB at **$449**.
  **809 E Front St, (406) 830-3195**. [Repair page](https://www.bigskybike.com/articles/repair-service-pg62.htm)

- **Hellgate Cyclery**: good local, repair-first vibe; no fixed tune price online, but they offer free estimates and hourly work.
  **316 N Higgins Ave, (406) 549-8785**. [Services page](https://www.hellgatecyclery.com/services)

- **REI Missoula Bike Shop**: convenient if you’re an REI member; **Bike Tune listed at $124 member / $155 non-member**.
  **3275 N Reserve St, (406) 541-1938**. [REI Missoula Bike Shop](https://www.rei.com/stores/missoula/bike-shop)

- **Free Cycles**: best if you want low-cost/DIY help rather than a normal drop-off tune.
  **732 S 1st St W, (406) 541-7284**. [Free Cycles](https://www.freecycles.org/)

My practical ranking: **Missoula Bicycle Works first**, **Missoula Bike Source or Big Sky Bikes for MTB/e-bike/suspension**, **Bicycle Hangar for value**, **Hellgate if you want a small local mechanic shop estimate**. Call before dropping off to check turnaround.


Prompt: Who should I use for small-business tax prep in San Francisco, California? Specific firms please.

Answer:
I’d start with these San Francisco-specific firms:

1. **Rubric Financial** — best fit if you want year-round tax planning, bookkeeping cleanup, and CPA-reviewed business returns. They explicitly handle small businesses, pass-through entities, corporations, sole proprietors, multi-state, sales, and cross-border returns. Headquartered in SF.
Source: https://www.rubricfinancial.com/tax

2. **Richard Pon, CPA, CFP** — strong pick if your business has San Francisco city-tax exposure. His site specifically lists corporation, S-corp, partnership, LLC, sole proprietor returns, plus **San Francisco payroll tax and gross receipts tax**.
Source: https://www.richardponcpa.com/business-tax-expertise

3. **Tony Quach & Co. CPA** — good downtown option for business and individual tax prep, IRS issues, and incorporation setup for LLCs, S-corps, and C-corps. Address: 1 Hallidie Plaza.
Source: https://www.tonyquach.com/

4. **Celeski & Tritasavit CPAs** — established traditional CPA firm, operating since 1972, with business tax compliance, accounting, consulting, and assurance services for small and midsize businesses. Address: 4306 Geary Blvd.
Source: https://www.ctcpasf.com/

5. **Kristin Hill CPA, P.C.** — best fit if you own a private business and need planning around S-corps, partnerships, C-corps, multistate pass-throughs, real estate, or quarterly/year-end planning.
Source: https://krishill.cpa/

6. **Carlos A. Ausejo Taxes & Bookkeeping** — good option if you want a long-running, family-owned local firm with bookkeeping, payroll, tax management, entity selection, IRS representation, and bilingual service.
Source: https://www.ausejotaxes.com/

7. **Tax Office SF** — boutique enrolled-agent firm that says it serves individuals, small businesses, partnerships, corporations, and trusts; worth a call if you want a smaller local preparer rather than a CPA firm.
Source: https://taxofficesf.com/about-us/

My practical recommendation: call **Rubric**, **Richard Pon**, and **Tony Quach** first. Ask each whether they handle your exact entity type, whether they file the SF annual business registration/gross receipts forms, who signs the return, and whether cleanup bookkeeping is included or separate.

I’d use a chain like **Block Advisors/H&R Block** only for a very simple Schedule C business. They do list small-business-certified SF offices, but for an LLC, S-corp, payroll, multistate, or SF gross-receipts situation, I’d favor a local CPA/EA firm.
Source: https://www.hrblock.com/tax-offices/local/california-tax-preparation/san-francisco-tax-professionals/

Before hiring anyone, verify credentials. The IRS notes that CPAs, enrolled agents, and attorneys have unlimited representation rights before the IRS, and the California Board of Accountancy provides CPA/firm license lookup.
IRS: https://www.irs.gov/tax-professionals/understanding-tax-return-preparer-credentials-and-qualifications
CBA: https://www.dca.ca.gov/cba/consumers/license-lookup.shtml


Prompt: Who should I use for small-business tax prep in Houston, Texas? Specific firms please.

Answer:
I searched before answering. My shortlist:

1. **Chery Finn CPAs** — best first call for a true small-business return where books, payroll, entity choice, or Texas Franchise Tax might affect the filing. They explicitly handle S-corps, LLCs, partnerships, sole proprietors, `1120-S`, `1065`, Schedule C, K-1s, and Texas Franchise Tax. Houston office: 11500 Northwest Freeway. ([cheryfinncpas.com](https://cheryfinncpas.com/business-services/business-tax-preparation/))

2. **JAG CPA & Co.** — best if you want scoped pricing and a clear prep process. They list Houston tax prep for business owners, prepare `1120-S`, `1065`, `1120`, Texas franchise tax, and publish a general prep range of `$500-$3,000` after file review. ([jagcpa.com](https://jagcpa.com/taxservices/))

3. **HOU.TAX / Atkins & Associates CPAs** — good boutique CPA option for LLCs, S-corps, C-corps, partnerships, quarterly estimates, and entity/S-corp election advice. They say they usually give a flat-fee quote after reviewing documents. ([hou.tax](https://www.hou.tax/small-business-tax-services))

4. **Whetzel CPA** — strong fit if you’re a small-business owner with real estate, rental property, or you want direct principal-level CPA access. They list corporate, partnership, and S-corp tax prep plus bookkeeping/virtual CFO, and say they’re accepting new clients for the 2026 tax season. ([whetzelco.com](https://whetzelco.com/))

5. **Molen & Associates** — good general Houston-area small-business tax prep option, especially if you want an established firm. They cite 40+ years serving Houston businesses and mention LLC, S-corp, and partnership work plus year-round support. ([molentax.com](https://molentax.com/services/tax-preparation/small-business-tax-preparation-in-houston-tx/))

6. **HUDA CPA Firm, PLLC** — worth calling if you need tax prep tied to QuickBooks/bookkeeping/payroll or IRS representation. They handle LLCs, partnerships, corporations, S-corps, self-employed returns, and state filings. ([hudacpa.com](https://hudacpa.com/services/tax/))

My practical recommendation: call **Chery Finn**, **JAG CPA**, and **HOU.TAX** first, ask each for an engagement letter and fixed quote, then choose based on who asks the best questions about your books, payroll, entity type, and Texas Franchise Tax. Avoid anyone who just says “upload your documents” without reviewing your P&L, balance sheet, prior return, and entity/payroll setup.


Prompt: Who should I use for small-business tax prep in Portland, Oregon? Specific firms please.

Answer:
Based on current web search, I’d start with these Portland-area firms:

1. **Pacific Northwest Tax Service** — best default shortlist pick. Locally owned since 1992, two Portland-area offices, handles small-business tax prep, bookkeeping, QuickBooks, payroll, planning, and audit help. Good if you want a local, year-round firm. [Source](https://pnwtax.com/) / [directory note](https://www.expertise.com/finance/tax-services-cpa/oregon/portland)

2. **PDX Bookkeeping and Tax Preparation** — good for cloud-first bookkeeping plus tax prep. They explicitly mention small businesses, Oregon CAT, Portland-area local taxes, S-corp support, multi-state/K-1 issues, and transparent pricing. [Source](https://pdxtax.com/)

3. **Go Green Tax** — good if you’re an S-corp, C-corp, partnership, or nonprofit and want transparent per-form pricing plus in-person or Zoom appointments. They also offer bookkeeping. [Source](https://gogreentax.com/tax-preparation-portland/)

4. **Perpetual CPA** — good for a more complex or growing business that may need tax planning, IRS resolution, bookkeeping, payroll, QuickBooks, or fractional CFO-style support. CPA-led and business-focused. [Source](https://perpetualcpa.com/tax-services/)

5. **McCall Tax & Bookkeeping Services** — good if you want ongoing advisory/bookkeeping/payroll, not just annual tax prep. They explicitly say they are generally **not** a fit for one-off tax-only work. [Source](https://www.mtbspdx.com/)

6. **Dragonfly Tax LLC** — good smaller local option for sole proprietors, rentals, partnerships, S-corps, out-of-state returns, bookkeeping, and payroll. [Source](https://www.dragonflytaxllc.com/)

My practical pick: call **Pacific Northwest Tax Service**, **PDX Bookkeeping and Tax Preparation**, and **Go Green Tax** first. If your books are messy or you need ongoing finance help, include **McCall** or **Perpetual CPA**.

Portland business taxes are local-specific: Portland says businesses may need City of Portland Business License Tax, Multnomah County Business Income Tax, and possibly Metro SHS filings, with rates listed as 2.6%, 2%, and 1% respectively. So I’d favor firms that explicitly mention Portland/local business taxes over a generic national preparer. [Portland.gov](https://www.portland.gov/revenue/business-tax)

Before hiring, ask: “Will you file Portland/Multnomah/Metro business tax returns if applicable, not just federal and Oregon?” Also verify CPA or Oregon tax-preparer status through the Oregon boards.


Prompt: Who should I use for small-business tax prep in Dayton, Ohio? Specific firms please.

Answer:
I’d call these first, in this order, depending on what kind of small business you run:

1. **CPADayton Inc.**
   Best first call for a sole proprietor, micro-business, startup, or LLC that wants direct CPA attention. Their site says they specialize in accounting, tax, and startup services for small businesses, with business tax prep/planning, bookkeeping, entity selection, sales tax, and IRS representation. They also state they are accepting new clients for the 2025 tax year.
   https://cpadayton.com/ and https://cpadayton.com/services/

2. **Padgett Dayton**
   Good fit if you want tax prep plus ongoing accounting, payroll, and advisory. Padgett’s Dayton office positions itself specifically around small businesses and year-round accounting support.
   https://dayton.padgettadvisors.com/

3. **Gudorf Tax Group, LLC**
   Strong local option for a small business that also needs bookkeeping/payroll. Their site says they have served Dayton for more than 30 years and focus on small business accounting and payroll services.
   https://www.gudorftaxgroup.com/

4. **Shannon & Company**
   Good if your books are in QuickBooks or need cleanup. They market themselves as a Dayton-area CPA firm offering business tax prep, tax planning, bookkeeping, payroll, IRS representation, and QuickBooks support.
   https://www.shannoncpa.com/

5. **LynOak Tax Services, Ltd.**
   Good if you specifically want an Enrolled Agent and may need IRS/tax representation. Rita Musser is listed as an EA and NTPI Fellow, and the firm says it prepares taxes for individuals, small businesses, and corporate entities, plus bookkeeping and taxpayer representation.
   https://lynoaktax.com/

6. **Liberty Accounting Plus, LLC**
   Worth calling for small/home businesses, sole proprietors, LLCs, partnerships, and nonprofits. Their site specifically mentions 1120, 1120S, 1065, and 990 returns, plus accounting and bookkeeping for small businesses.
   https://www.daytontaxpreparation.com/

7. **Swords & Williams**
   Good north-Dayton/Butler Township CPA option for small business accounting, payroll, tax planning, QuickBooks setup/training, and new business formation. BBB also lists them as A+ accredited.
   https://swordsandwilliamscpa.com/ and https://www.bbb.org/us/oh/dayton/profile/cpa/swords-williams-0322-5001469

8. **Kentner Sellers, LLP**
   Best fit if you’re more established or in construction, manufacturing, transportation, nonprofit, or professional services. They describe themselves as a full-service accounting, tax, and consulting firm with industry specialties.
   https://kentnersellers.com/

My practical pick: start with **CPADayton**, **Padgett Dayton**, and **Gudorf**. If your issue involves IRS notices, late filings, or tax debt, add **LynOak**. If you’re an S-corp/partnership with payroll and messy books, call **Shannon & Company** too. Ask each firm: “Who signs the return?”, “Do you handle my entity type regularly?”, “Do you do year-round planning?”, and “Can you review my books before year-end, not just file in March?”


Prompt: Who should I use for small-business tax prep in Boise, Idaho? Specific firms please.

Answer:
I’d start with these Boise/Treasure Valley firms, in this order:

1. **Hahn CPAs** — best first call for a typical small business that wants CPA-led tax prep plus year-round planning. They explicitly handle LLCs, S-corps, C-corps, partnerships, sole props, nonprofits, multi-state returns, payroll tax issues, notices, and bookkeeping coordination.
Source: https://www.hahncpa.com/tax-services/business-tax-preparation

2. **Coles Reinstein, PLLC** — strong fit if your business has employees, sales tax, payroll tax, entity-structure questions, or you want a more traditional Boise CPA firm. Their business tax page is very small-business specific.
Source: https://www.colesreinstein.com/taxprep-business.php

3. **River City Advisory** — use them if you want tax strategy, not just filing. They position themselves for business owners with more complexity and year-round advisory needs; likely not the cheapest option, but probably a better fit if you’re growing or making entity/compensation decisions.
Source: https://rivercitycpa.com/

4. **Succentrix Business Advisors Boise** — good fit if you prefer a modern/paperless workflow and may also need bookkeeping, accounting, advisory, or fractional CFO support. They specifically mention small businesses, entrepreneurs, real estate investors, S-corp/partnership filings, planning, and multi-state issues.
Source: https://boisesuccentrix.com/

5. **Fisher Tax & Accounting, LLC** — a small Boise CPA-led shop, probably worth calling if you want a more personal firm. They mention startups, entrepreneurs, established businesses, strategic tax planning, and business-owner tax preparation.
Source: https://ftaservices.net/

6. **Sielaff Tax** — good candidate for a straightforward local small business that needs tax prep plus bookkeeping/payroll. Family-owned, Boise-based, operating since 1978, and explicitly lists business/corporate taxes, bookkeeping, payroll, and planning.
Source: https://sielafftax.com/

7. **Boise Bookkeeping Services** — consider them if your biggest pain is messy books, 1099s, payroll, quarterly estimates, and getting clean books into tax prep. Their process says returns are reviewed/signed off by an in-house CPA. I’d specifically ask who the CPA is and whether they’ll represent you if there’s an IRS/Idaho notice.
Source: https://www.boisebookkeepingservices.com/services/tax-prep

My pragmatic recommendation: call **Hahn CPAs**, **Coles Reinstein**, and **River City Advisory** first. Pick Hahn for “competent CPA firm for normal small business tax prep,” Coles Reinstein for a classic full-service local firm, and River City if you want advisory and tax strategy enough to pay for it.

Before hiring anyone, ask: “Who signs the return?”, “Are you a CPA or EA?”, “Do you handle Idaho sales/payroll tax issues?”, “Will you do tax planning before year-end?”, and “What happens if I get an IRS or Idaho State Tax Commission notice?” The IRS also recommends checking preparer credentials and using credentialed preparers where possible.
Source: https://www.irs.gov/tax-professionals/choosing-a-tax-professional


Prompt: Who should I use for small-business tax prep in Chattanooga, Tennessee? Specific firms please.

Answer:
I searched current web results. My shortlist for a small business in Chattanooga would be:

| Pick | Best fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| **Honey CPA** | Owner-operated service businesses, entrepreneurs, firms needing tax + payroll + accounting | Chattanooga CPA firm focused on individuals and small businesses; offers tax, accounting, payroll, consulting, entity analysis, accounting setup, and business valuation. BBB lists them A+ and shows a TN license number expiring 12/31/2027. ([honeycpa.com](https://www.honeycpa.com/?utm_source=openai)) ([bbb.org](https://www.bbb.org/us/tn/chattanooga/profile/cpa/honey-cpa-0483-40070480?utm_source=openai)) |
| **Kanerva Accounting Solutions** | Small to mid-sized businesses that want bookkeeping/payroll/tax under one roof | Local small-business accounting firm serving Southeast Tennessee/North Georgia; lists tax planning/prep, QuickBooks, payroll, outsourced accounting, and business advisory. ([kas.tax](https://kas.tax/?utm_source=openai)) |
| **WCA / Wilkins, Crews & Associates** | Downtown Chattanooga business wanting an established local CPA relationship | In business since 1988; offers tax planning/preparation, bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, and business consulting. ([wca-cpa.com](https://www.wca-cpa.com/?utm_source=openai)) |
| **DeMoss Accounting and Bookkeeping Services, PLLC** | Businesses with messy books, payroll needs, or nonprofit/small-business operations | Explicitly targets Chattanooga small businesses and nonprofits; offers business tax returns, quarterly reports, bookkeeping, payroll tax deposits, financial reporting, and sales tax support. ([demossaccounting.com](https://www.demossaccounting.com/accounting-services-chattanooga/tax-preparation/?utm_source=openai)) ([demossaccounting.com](https://www.demossaccounting.com/accounting-services-chattanooga/?utm_source=openai)) |
| **JHM CPAs** | Growing business that may need audit/advisory later | Larger regional CPA firm with Chattanooga/Cleveland offices; offers tax consulting, client accounting, audit/assurance, advisory, and wealth management. ([jhmcpa.com](https://www.jhmcpa.com/?utm_source=openai)) |
| **LBMC Chattanooga** | More complex business: multistate, credits/incentives, manufacturing, healthcare, tech, advisory needs | Top-50 firm with a Chattanooga office; offers federal business tax, state/local tax, credits/incentives, international tax, advisory, and outsourced services. ([lbmc.com](https://www.lbmc.com/locations/chattanooga/?utm_source=openai)) |

My practical recommendation: **call Honey CPA, Kanerva, and WCA first** if you are a typical small business and want a relationship, not just a filed return. Use **DeMoss** if bookkeeping/payroll cleanup is a big part of the problem. Use **JHM or LBMC** if you have multiple entities, investors, audited/reviewed financials, multistate issues, R&D credits, M&A, or serious growth plans.

Before hiring, verify the preparer’s credential. The IRS says CPAs, enrolled agents, and attorneys have unlimited representation rights before the IRS, and Tennessee says you can verify CPA licenses/firms through `core.tn.gov`. ([irs.gov](https://www.irs.gov/tax-professionals/understanding-tax-return-preparer-credentials-and-qualifications?utm_source=openai)) ([support.commerce.tn.gov](https://support.commerce.tn.gov/hc/en-us/articles/21174888170899-Finding-a-CPA?utm_source=openai))


Prompt: Who should I use for small-business tax prep in Bellingham, Washington? Specific firms please.

Answer:
I’d call these first, in this order, depending on your situation:

1. **Thrive Business Group** - best default pick for a normal local small business. They explicitly focus on Bellingham small businesses, tax planning/prep, bookkeeping, and new-business entity advice. 1325 Lincoln St, 360-746-8738. Source: [Thrive](https://www.cpabellingham.com/)

2. **Bellingham CPA Taxes & Accounting** - good if you want transparent pricing and a CPA doing the return start-to-finish. They list small-business, LLC, rental, S-corp, partnership, payroll, DOR excise filing, and quarterly CPA strategy services. Business returns start at $2,000. 1901 N State St, 360-306-8246. Source: [Bham CPA fees](https://www.bhamcpa.com/fees/)

3. **Clarity Tax & CPAs** - good for year-round support, messy books, IRS issues, farms, multi-state, or Canada/U.S. cross-border. They list Schedule C, S-corp, partnership, farm returns, bookkeeping, payroll, QuickBooks cleanup, IRS representation, and CPA review. 1326 E Laurel St, 360-862-6556. Source: [Clarity Bellingham](https://www.claritytaxgroup.com/bellingham-cpa-firm)

4. **Assink Nevins CPA Group** - strong full-service small-business option if you need entity-choice planning, payroll tax filing, Washington excise tax returns, 1099s, bookkeeping, or owner compensation help. 4061 Eliza Ave, 360-733-7155. Source: [Assink Nevins services](https://ancpagroup.com/services/)

5. **Jon Stromberg & Co., P.S.** - good for businesses with payroll/excise tax complexity, QuickBooks support, new business formation, or audit representation needs. 4100 Marblemount Lane, 360-733-9290. Source: [Stromberg CPAs](https://strombergcpas.com/)

6. **Gilfillan CPA** - call them if there is any cross-border Canada/U.S. angle, foreign owner/entity issue, nonresident filing, or business return complexity involving LLCs/S-corps/corporations/trusts. 4200 Meridian St, 360-778-2137. Source: [Gilfillan CPA](https://www.gilfillancpa.com/)

One screening point: Bellingham businesses may need **separate City of Bellingham B&O tax filings**, not just federal and Washington state work. The city says Bellingham B&O is filed separately from state taxes, so ask any preparer directly: “Will you handle my City of Bellingham B&O and WA DOR excise filings, or only my federal return?” Source: [City of Bellingham B&O tax](https://cob.org/services/business/business-occupation-tax)

I would not use a chain preparer unless your business is just a very simple Schedule C with clean records. For an LLC, S-corp, partnership, payroll, contractors, sales tax, or B&O questions, use one of the CPA firms above.


Prompt: Who should I use for small-business tax prep in Missoula, Montana? Specific firms please.

Answer:
I’d call these first, in this order:

1. **Campbell & Associates, P.C.**
   Best local CPA pick for a typical Missoula small business. They explicitly handle tax prep for sole proprietorships, corporations, partnerships, rentals, payroll, QuickBooks/accounting setup, entity formation, and business consulting.
   https://www.campbell-cpa.com/

2. **Pulley & Muzzana CPAs, PC**
   Strong choice if you want a CPA firm that does business tax prep plus planning, QuickBooks, payroll, new business startup/entity selection, and offers a free initial consultation.
   https://www.pulleycpa.com/

3. **JCCS, Missoula office**
   Use them if your business is more complex: S-corp/partnership, multi-entity, nonprofit, audit/accounting needs, growth planning, or you want a larger Montana CPA firm. Their Missoula office has been around since 1965.
   https://www.jccscpa.com/locations/missoula/
   https://www.jccscpa.com/services/tax/

4. **Sally M. Hensel, CPA PC**
   Good smaller-firm option for business tax prep, bookkeeping, payroll, QuickBooks, new business formation, part-time CFO services, and tax planning.
   https://www.smh-cpa.net/services.php

5. **Intrepid Solutions Tax & Bookkeeping**
   Best fit if your books are messy or you want tax prep bundled with bookkeeping/payroll/QuickBooks help. They say they have a CPA on staff and serve Missoula small businesses year-round.
   https://intrepidmt.com/

6. **U-Nique Accounting**
   Consider them if you want ongoing flat-fee bookkeeping, payroll, tax, and fractional CFO support rather than just annual prep. Their site is small-business focused and mentions restaurants, breweries, contractors, retailers, and service businesses.
   https://u-niqueaccounting.com/missoula/

My first three calls would be **Campbell**, **Pulley & Muzzana**, and **JCCS**. For a straightforward local small business, I’d start with Campbell or Pulley. For anything bigger, messy, or strategically important, I’d include JCCS.