“Life happens. You do your best, however, one day you find yourself in financial problems with the IRS. You can’t sleep, can’t feel the warmth of the sun on a sunny day, and you can’t answer the what, why, and how questions. Thank goodness my ex-husband referred me to Michelle Nelson of Nelson & Associates in Elk Grove. Michelle LISTENED to my story without interruption, without making me feel like an idiot and without judgment. I can honestly write that after my initial conversation with Michelle I actually did not have that familiar fear that had been all consuming. Fast forward a couple of months, although not out of the woods yet, I am beginning to feel the sun and my IRS hole does not feel as deep. Michelle is an excellent communicator and extraordinarily responsive. Any question or concern that I have, Michelle emails or texts me, if not immediately, within the hour. Michelle has taken my IRS problem and in a sense has made it hers. Thank you Michelle and team. Regardless of your financial need, do not hesitate, do not think twice – contact Nelson & Associates. Because life happens.”

“I am pleased to write a letter of recommendation for Michelle Nelson, CPA who I have known professionally for over 17 years. We were introduced when Michelle presented her proposal to conduct the annual audit examination for our organization, Rural Community Assistance Corporation. Michelle is a purist when it comes to auditing with traditional and tried auditing methods, while utilizing current technology. Each year that she conducted the audit exam, we expected an “element of surprise,” which was her trademark. This creative approach ensured that we needed to be and do our best in all aspects of the record keeping and transaction accounting that were somehow covered in their testing. Her work has always been thorough and timely. Her counsel has been prudent, practical and invaluable. She has always been available to answer questions and respond to our requests.”

“I’ve had an LLC / S-Corp for years and although I’m very good at what I do, I don’t have a numbers brain, and I really didn’t have time to understand all the necessary compliance for moving my LLC to California. When I moved to Sacramento, I was looking for an accountant who was really firing on all cylinders. I use technology constantly for my business, and I needed an accountant who does, too. As soon as I met Michelle, I could tell that she has the kind of energy I’m looking for and I didn’t even interview anyone else. She helped me navigate the initial California compliance for moving my LLC, and she gave me really solid advice over the years for handling payroll, employee benefits and more.

Every year for the past 3 years, she has helped me file my taxes and deal with estimated payments for my business and personal returns. One of my favorite things about Michelle is how quickly she responds to my questions over email and video conference — and how even though I’m usually super confused, she understands and sees the big picture! Getting her feedback periodically allows me to understand how much money I can safely take out of my business throughout the year — and invest in my current home construction project.”

“We have been working with Michelle Nelson and her staff for our Auditing needs. Nelson and Associates offers high quality services, friendly customer services and timely preparation of all our audits and returns. We can say that we have always been satisfied by their work. As a Non-Profit that must have a Governmental Audit annual, Nelson and Associates has always paid attention to detail, and produces high quality work. Nelson and Associates works with their clients throughout the audit process, making the process as easy and streamlined as possible.”

“I have relied on Michelle Nelson and her staff since forming my first business 16 years ago. The assistance and counsel I have received has gone beyond tax preparation and included tax and business strategies as well as assistance during the sale of a business. While my firm does complex fraud investigations, we partner with Nelson & Associates when the case requires familiarity with more complex accounting principles. This has been of great help to us and the combined forces has resulted in great results for our clients.”