Daughenbaugh & Company PLLC

"I operate a very small s-corp that has exactly one client. I was sold by this gentleman as this business being a turnkey solution to tax preparation and bookkeeping. I had to do more work on keeping track of what they were and ultimately were not doing than I did the entire year prior as a sole proprietor, and I have to say it was certainly a learning experience. Being fair, I would indicate that I was just getting this business off the ground, and absolutely did not know what I was doing. I definitely needed some guidance, and that is where this CPA failed me. This has cost me time, stress, and money that I will never recover. There are a total of 4 government agencies my business reports to that needed filings on different levels. FICA was filed timely, but not paid on my behalf, and because I failed to notice that initially cost me in interest and penalties. One state agencies reporting and payment had not been handled at one point for several months. The CPA here would argue that the contract stipulates that I am responsible for making those payments which is true. However, that is firstly not a turnkey solution which is what I was sold when I started doing business here, and secondly I was not informed that these payments were either coming due or were past due by the CPA. Being a new business owner some guidance would have been incredibly helpful. Yet any time I reached out, I would typically either get a phone call that resulted in many questions remaining unanswered, or in some cases get snarky comments back. Secondarily, there were issues with tax handling of the prior year and additional documentation was needed. To the credit of this business, a necessary federal extension was filed timely. I was having difficulty understanding exactly what was needed at the time by having conversations with this CPA, and an equally difficult time getting the documentation that was needed from my client. So I put this CPA in touch with the with my clients CPA hoping they could clear things up. I was not party to the conversation that occurred as a result, but from what I understand it became very unprofessional. He would argue that it was not, and should not have been his job to get that documentation, and he would be correct, but that does not take away from the fact that he put my livelihood in jeopardy by making my client very upset. What did I learn? If you operate a small business, and are looking for an accountant to help you set things up or handle the books. Get a recommendation from a friend. Spend the time to find someone who will go through everything that will need to be done over the next year so you have a clear understanding of both what is required of you as the business owner, and what the accountant will do for you. Personally, I would not recommend this business for someone who is small or new to being self employed."

"He seemed knowledgeable, but was very terse and not very polite or accommodating. Just not the right fit for me. I want someone that I feel cares about me as a client, which he said he has clients lined up around the block essentially and does not need me. I am sure he is good if you have what he calls a "serious business" rather than what I was looking for help on which is side hustle consulting work in addition to my normal 9-5 job. I am sure he was just overworked, but he really needs to work on his bedside manner and the very condescending way he speaks to people over the phone."

"From the very first time I spoke with Michael Daughenbaugh over the phone, I knew an opportunity to work with him would be too good to pass up. I reached out to several tax help & bookkeeping companies, with exceptional ratings/reviews..., however, not one was able to provide me with the quality of information that was specific to MY business needs the way Mr. Daughenbaugh did. He was professional, courteous, and a wealth of useful knowledge. But what sold me the most was the fact that his services offer more than just "bookkeeping". They offer an inside look at what is being done on the back end of your accounting, a dashboard of experts and colleagues to gain insight from, ask questions and even offer help or suggestions to benefit others yourself when applicable. However, what sealed the deal for us, was the mentorship and one on one time spent with him & his team of professionals each month. Bottom line, I wouldn't reccomend anyone else for your accounting/boomkeeping/tax service needs, and I don't forsee taking my business anywhere else in the near or distant future. Thank you Michael!"

"We have been using Mr. Daughenbaugh services for a decade. He is very professional, meticulous in details, always on time and very generous in prices for Tax Services. Several years ago we moved to Texas and since then have been trying to receive a refund from our Home State. It was a downing and exhausting work. Then we have meet with Mr. Daughenbaugh and with his professional approach we were able to receive an out of state tax refund. Each time we file tax returns with Mr. Daughenbaugh's company we are really grateful for the results he's firm is able to achieve. Thank you Michael."