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Real Estate CPA Experienced in Southern California (San Diego).

Meny Espinoza
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Hello All! 

I am an investor based out of San Diego, CA looking to build a long term relationship with a CPA who is knowledgable in California Taxes. (They don't necessarily have to be based in California) My wife and I are house hackers, we currently rent out a duplex and purchased another home. 

I'm a W2 Employee and my wife as of recent became a stay at home mom. Since she will be managing our properties, I would like to connect with a CPA to help us transition my wife as a full time investor and help us understand the tax opportunities that come with her new role. 

My goal is to take a proactive approach with taxes and meet with my CPA a few times a year to make sure we're in good hands come tax seasons. 

Thank you in advance for your referrals/comments/recommendations BP community! 

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Bill Hampton
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@Meny Espinoza

I recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation and tax planning.

You may want to consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.

I would also recommend looking for a accountant willing to work with you throughout the year. You want an accountant who can help you strategize and who is responsive when you want to know the consequences of the financial decisions you are making throughout the year.

There are over 20 real estate accountants on this site. Reach out to a few and see who you like.

You can also ask members of your local real estate investors association for real estate accountant recommendations.

Good luck.

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Katie Balatbat
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@Meny Espinoza

I know a bunch of CA CPAs, mostly centered in San Diego.  Feel free to send me a message if interested in the referrals.

*This post does not create an attorney-client or CPA-client relationship.  The information contained in this post is not to be relied upon.  Readers are advised to seek professional advice.

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Zachary Jensen
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Quote from @Meny Espinoza:

Hello All! 

I am an investor based out of San Diego, CA looking to build a long term relationship with a CPA who is knowledgable in California Taxes. (They don't necessarily have to be based in California) My wife and I are house hackers, we currently rent out a duplex and purchased another home. 

I'm a W2 Employee and my wife as of recent became a stay at home mom. Since she will be managing our properties, I would like to connect with a CPA to help us transition my wife as a full time investor and help us understand the tax opportunities that come with her new role. 

My goal is to take a proactive approach with taxes and meet with my CPA a few times a year to make sure we're in good hands come tax seasons. 

Thank you in advance for your referrals/comments/recommendations BP community! 


 Hello Meny! I am based in Calrsbad! As accountants, we cannot promote our services directly as it is against the BP rules. I would suggest heading over to the tax forum and see who is providing real value or classifieds and asking your question there 

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@Bill Hampton, Thank you for the recommendation. I definitely open to working with someone out of state as long as they're familiar with California regulations.  

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@Katie Balatbat, msg sent, thank you! 

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@Zachary Jensen I'm in Escondido, not that far from me! Sending you a msg. Thank you. 

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Zachary Jensen
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Zachary Jensen
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Quote from @Meny Espinoza:

@Zachary Jensen I'm in Escondido, not that far from me! Sending you a msg. Thank you. 


 Happy to connect! 

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Paulo B.
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 Hello Meny! I am based in Calrsbad! As accountants, we cannot promote our services directly as it is against the BP rules. I would suggest heading over to the tax forum and see who is providing real value or classifieds and asking your question there 

Hey, Zachary! Currently looking for same! I'll contact you outside of BP and hopefully sit down and connect!