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TaxFixCPA

About us

TaxFixCPA – Expert Tax Preparation and Tax Defense For over 35 years Melvin A. (Mel) Creighton, CPA, the firm’s founder, has been serving Orange County residents with customized tax solutions for both personal and business clients. The firm was created because he recognized that taxpayers were ill equipped to deal with the aggressive and ruthless IRS. It wasn’t a fair fight. The firm’s mission is to level the playing field for taxpayers with Expert Tax Return Preparation, Audit Defense, Tax Debt Reduction, Past Due Returns, Penalty Reduction or Abatement, Release of Liens, Wage Garnishments or Bank Levies, Financial Hardship Relief, Offers in Compromise, Properly Structured Installment Agreements, Innocent Spouse Relief and more.

Business highlights

Emergency services offered
Veteran owned and operated
45 years of experience

Services we offer

Audit Defense, Expert Tax Planning and Tax Return Preparation, Financial Hardship Relief, Innocent Spouse Relief and more., Offers in Compromise, Past Due Returns, Penalty Reduction or Abatement, Properly Structured Installment Agreements, Release of Liens, Tax Debt Reduction, Tax Defense, Wage Garnishments or Bank Levies

Amenities

Emergency Services

Yes

Free Estimates

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
5.022 Reviews
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Elena S.
Dec 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Melvin was an absolutely life saver when it came to my tax mess. I came to him practically in tears. He was able to set up an immediate appointment with me to discuss my taxes from the previous year. Because of my lack of knowledge and mess of documents he was on a time crunch to get things done within days of our meeting. Not only was he able to get things done in time, he found a savings! I look forward to working with Melvin on all of my future financial needs.

Joseph L.
Nov 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
The process went extremely well! Mel was organized, knowledgeable, experienced, and efficient. In the end, the IRS made no changes to the tax return. I was beyond happy with Mel's representation and would highly recommend his services.

Joshua M.
Aug 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$220
Mel is the epitome of helpfulness and professionalism. He was able to rectify previous tax returns, painlessly take care of this years tax returns, and help me plan for tax returns the following year. He is efficient and prompt in his services, and has great insight into his field. I highly recommend working with Mel, as his time devoted to working with you is worth ever cent. I plan to continue to use him for my taxes going forward.

Julie H.
Jun 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$625
he was very responsive and thorough. it went very well.

Bud T.
Jun 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
It was very complicated due to our situation but Mel was very diligent and thorough and got the job done. We are very happy customers.

Tyler H.
Jun 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
It went better than I ever could have imagined! Mel Creighton postponed the original audit appointment, prepared all of my 2015 business expenses, organized them, met with the IRS agent on my behalf, and was able to settle on an that was a tiny fraction of what I was expecting to pay. I am seriously amazed at what a great job he did.

Susan H.
Apr 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
My husband died last year. I was a wreck, missed filing and couldn’t find any of the financial paperwork. This year Mel came to the rescue and took me under his wing. . First he calmed me down. Then gave me a form to fill out to organize my thinking and tell me what he needed. He was responsive to all my questions, no matter how dumb. He was fast. Within a week I was ready to file. Mel is a consummate professional, a really nice guy and a widow’s best friend. I wouldn’t work with anyone else.

Brian K.
Apr 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Mel is a great guy and handles IRS and CATFB flawlessly. He exceededmy expectations. Now he’s my tax guy. Thanks Mel

Ellen R.
Jan 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
I was referred TaxFixCPA by friend. She told me Mel could help me and I could trust him. I was in an awful tax situation that went back over a decade. I could not solve it myself and over the years had hired other so called "IRS Experts" to help and they basically took my money and did not do anything. Mel was VERY different. He put me at ease and said that he could help me. He did not sugarcoat anything and gave it to me straight about what he could do and could not do. Mel did exactly what he said he was going to do and followed through. He discussed with me all my options and what he thought would be best. He handled all the negotiations with the IRS and I am thrilled with what he was able to do. I would highly recommend TaxFixCPA to anyone who has back taxes or problems with the IRS and wants to deal with someone who is honest and does what he says he is going to do. TaxFixCPA also does tax returns and I am having mine done there from now on.

Masakazu K.
May 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,400
Mel was great to work with. He is very knowledgeable, patient and understanding. Was a little apprehensive at first but was put at ease knowing that we were in good hands.

Lynda B.
May 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
One of the best professional experiences ever! Mr. Creighton is a man of integrity and as well as an expert in the field of income taxes. He is also very easy to work with and I highly recommend him!

Michael F.
Apr 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Very good. We are still working with them. They are very good. One person. No, it was immediate to see the tax person. The cost is based on one's taxes. That is one thing we are not going to reveal.

Jessica K.
Mar 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
From the moment of our first call, Mel was friendly and helpful, spending time with us and ensuring our needs could be met. He and his staff were patient and understanding, even though we had made some rookie mistakes. Mel kept us regularly updated, was very efficient with questions to us to complete our taxes, and friendly every phone call. When he handed off paperwork and taxes to be mailed by us (as some states require, he was able to electronically file for the other), it was all neat and ready to go right into the mail box, with clear instructions. Knowing we might encounter some concerns later (due to how taxes had been filed incorrectly for the business in the past) Mel was clear that we could contact him with concerns should they arise. We could not have asked for better! Amazing service, I would absolutely recommend!

William O.
Dec 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
I’m really excited to recommend Mel Creighton at TaxFixCPA. Not only did he do a great job on my tax returns but even got me a refund of a penalty that I had already paid from a return that someone else had prepared.

Ronald G.
Dec 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000
Excellent! Mr. Creighton is the very competent and knowledgable.

Mark R.
Oct 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
The agreement Mel made for me with the IRS couldn’t not have gone more smoothly.  He collected all my information, put it all in IRS language and negotiated a solution for me.  Once I submitted all the paperwork I just sat back and waited for the good news.  Very happy.

Deborah P.
Oct 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
The agreement Mel made for me with the IRS couldn’t not have gone more smoothly.  He collected all my information, put it all in IRS language and negotiated a solution for me.  Once I submitted all the paperwork I just sat back and waited for the good news.  Very happy.

Sheryl Z.
Oct 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
I was referred to Mel because I was actually loosing sleep over my tax situation. From our initial consultation I immediately felt that I was in the BEST hands. His professionalism was top notch. The knowledge and experience he provides is amazing. Aside from all that his calm tone and constant reassurance that he can handle these stressful events was so nice. My sleep improved and just like he told me everything worked out. I would highly recommend his services and I will be using him this tax season.

Jacques D.
Oct 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,900
Mel was very professional and timely in his work.
He exceeded all my expectations in his performance.
I would highly recommend him to anyone with unresolved tax issues.

Scott B.
Oct 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
I couldn’t be happier with the outcome and the service.  Mr. Creighton negotiated with the IRS on my behalf to reduce the amount of penalty I owed and to set up a payment plan that was easy for me to pay. I didn’t even have to talk to the IRS agents.  It’s a relief to get this behind me.

Dennis I.
Jun 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,700

A mutual friend recommended Mel Creighton. I was anxious to get my problem resolved and was afraid it would take more time than I had. .Mel went right work and received great results. My other concern was cost, and was delighted that the cost was so reasonable considering all the work. I would recommend you call Mel if you have any tax problem.

Dennis Iden, Laguna Woods,CA

  


Peter K.
Jun 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
The work went well. His price was competitive. He did have to modify my request as I left out some key items.

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FAQ

TaxFixCPA is currently rated 5.0 overall out of 5.

TaxFixCPA accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard

Yes, TaxFixCPA offers free project estimates.

No, TaxFixCPA does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, TaxFixCPA does not offer a senior discount.

Yes, TaxFixCPA offers emergency services.

No, TaxFixCPA does not offer warranties.