Fiesta Auto Insurance & Tax Service
★★★★★ (468 reviews)1439 Freedom Blvd, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 768-0390
Website: fiestainsurance.com/stores/fiesta-insurance-and-tax-watsonville-california-ca002
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Saturday":["10 AM–4 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–7 PM"]}
Freeway Insurance
★★★★★ (350 reviews)1441 Main St Ste 103, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 287-6764
Website: locations.freeway.com/freeway-insurance-watsonville-ca-95076?utm_medium=directory&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=WATS_Watsonville_CA
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Saturday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Sunday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Thursday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–7 PM"]}
H&R Block
★★★★★ (86 reviews)1842 Main St, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 722-0862
Website: www.hrblock.com/tax-office-near-me/california/watsonville/3590/?otppartnerid=9308&campaignid=pw_mcm_9308_9762&utm_medium=local
Hours: {}
Universal Agency Insurance and Tax Service Inc
★★★★★ (62 reviews)1426 Freedom Blvd STE 101, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 319-4500
Website: universalagencyinsurance.com
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–6 PM"]}
Crestview Tax and Financial Services
★★★★★ (37 reviews)61 Crestview Dr, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 724-5442
Website: crestviewtaxandfinancial.com
Hours: {"Friday":["11 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["11 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["11 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["11 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["11 AM–5 PM"]}
Golden City Tax Service III
★★★★★ (28 reviews)40 Brennan St, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 768-8316
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Saturday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–7 PM"]}
Torrentera Tax Service Inc
★★★★☆ (23 reviews)504 Main St, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 763-9637
Website: www.torrenterataxsolutions.com
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–6 PM"]}
TAX DOCTORS INC
★★★★½ (17 reviews)35 Brennan St ste a, Watsonville, CA 95076
(877) 717-2956
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–4 PM"],"Monday":["10 AM–4 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10 AM–4 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–4 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–4 PM"]}
Freitas Tax Service
★★★★☆ (19 reviews)707 E Lake Ave, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 722-2884
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Monday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Sunday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Thursday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–6 PM"]}
Dorantes Tax & Accounting
★★★★☆ (19 reviews)8 W 5th St, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 761-5338
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["9 AM–2 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–6 PM"]}
Esmeralda's Tax & Business Center
★★★★☆ (18 reviews)28 2nd St #103, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-1040
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–4 PM"],"Monday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–5 PM"]}
Evan J. Benevento, CPA
★★★★★ (10 reviews)561 Auto Center Dr Suite 100A, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 920-5273
Website: evanjcpa.com
Hours: {"Friday":["Closed"],"Monday":["Closed"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–12 PM"],"Tuesday":["Closed"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–12 PM"]}
Monserrat Tax & Business Center
★★★★½ (11 reviews)45 Alta Vista Ave, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 763-2685
Website: www.monserrattax.com
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
Jim Moore's Tax Service
★★★★☆ (11 reviews)30 Alexander St, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 288-0832
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–3 PM"],"Monday":["9:30 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–5 PM"]}
Castro Bookkeeping & Tax Services
★★★★★ (5 reviews)518 Main St, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 722-5297
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["9 AM–2 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–6 PM"]}
La Placita Travel
★★★★★ (5 reviews)5 E Beach St, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 761-4585
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–7:30 PM"],"Monday":["10 AM–7:30 PM"],"Saturday":["10 AM–7:30 PM"],"Sunday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Thursday":["10 AM–7:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–7:30 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–7:30 PM"]}
Freedom Tax Service
★★★★★ (4 reviews)23 E Beach St Suite 103, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 768-1040
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Tus Amigos Insurance & Tax Services
★★★★★ (4 reviews)124 Pennsylvania Dr, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 580-8300
Website: www.tusamigosinsurance.com
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Monday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Sunday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Thursday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–6 PM"]}
Prysol Credit Repair Team
★★★★★ (4 reviews)1160 Freedom Blvd 1st floor, Watsonville, CA 95076
(209) 774-7404
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–8 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–8 PM"],"Saturday":["9 AM–8 PM"],"Sunday":["9 AM–8 PM"],"Thursday":["9 AM–8 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–8 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–8 PM"]}
Watsonville Tax Services
★★★★★ (3 reviews)406 Main St #318, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 763-3658
Hours: {"Friday":["10:30 AM–8 PM"],"Monday":["10:30 AM–8 PM"],"Saturday":["10:30 AM–8 PM"],"Sunday":["10:30 AM–8 PM"],"Thursday":["10:30 AM–8 PM"],"Tuesday":["10:30 AM–8 PM"],"Wednesday":["10:30 AM–8 PM"]}
Franky's Tax Services
★★★★★ (3 reviews)1150 Main St #5, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 261-4628
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–7:30 PM"],"Monday":["10 AM–7:30 PM"],"Saturday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Sunday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Thursday":["10 AM–7:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–7:30 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–7:30 PM"]}
Shary Carvalho Tax Services
★★★★★ (3 reviews)240 Westgate Dr # 109, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 322-4010
Website: sharytax.com
Hours: {}
Project SCOUT free tax preparation
★★★★★ (3 reviews)114 E 5th St, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 724-2606
Website: seniorscouncil.org/project-scout
Hours: {"Friday":["Closed"],"Monday":["Closed"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–2 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–2 PM"],"Wednesday":["12–4 PM"]}
RAMIREZ TAX SERVICE
★★★½☆ (3 reviews)540 Main St, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 761-1397
Hours: {"Friday":["10:30 AM–6 PM"],"Monday":["10:30 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["10:30 AM–4 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10:30 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["10:30 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["10:30 AM–6 PM"]}
On Point Solutions
★★★★★ (2 reviews)320 E Lake Ave, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 277-9220
Website: on-pointsolutions.net
Hours: {"Friday":["Open 24 hours"],"Monday":["Open 24 hours"],"Saturday":["Open 24 hours"],"Sunday":["Open 24 hours"],"Thursday":["Open 24 hours"],"Tuesday":["Open 24 hours"],"Wednesday":["Open 24 hours"]}
The Quiroz Law Office
★★★★★ (2 reviews)521 Main St Suite E, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 761-3328
Hours: {"Friday":["11 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["11 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["11 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["11 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["11 AM–5 PM"]}
Jacob Young Financial
★★★★★ (2 reviews)17 Aspen Way, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 722-3625
Website: www.jacobyoungfinancial.com
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–4 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
Hutchinson & Bloodgood LLP
★★★★★ (1 reviews)579 Auto Center Dr, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 724-2441
Website: hb.cpa
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
SPM Income Tax Services
★★½☆☆ (2 reviews)749 Freedom Blvd, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 768-1349
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Monday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–6 PM"]}
Uyematsu Alan K CPA
★★★★★ (1 reviews)1004 E Lake Ave, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 724-1319
Hours: {}
Toro Taxes
★★★★★ (1 reviews)1493 Main St Suite F, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 222-5485
Website: torotaxes.com
Hours: {}
Abrego Tax Service Inc.
★★★★★ (1 reviews)64 Penny Ln, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 228-1004
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5:30 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5:30 PM"],"Saturday":["8 AM–12 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5:30 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5:30 PM"]}
Tovar-Nevarez Bookkeeping
★★★★★ (1 reviews)363 E Lake Ave, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-8488
Hours: {}
Watsonville Finance Department
★★★★☆ (1 reviews)250 Main St, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 768-3462
Website: www.watsonville.gov/169/Finance
Hours: {}
Wheeler Accountants LLP
★☆☆☆☆ (1 reviews)17 Aspen Way, Watsonville, CA 95076
(408) 252-1800
Website: www.wheelercpa.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"]}
M&A Accounting & Tax Services Inc.
749 Freedom Blvd, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 768-1349
Website: www.melchorandassociates.com
Hours: {"Friday":["Closed"],"Monday":["Closed"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–5 PM"]}
C+J Lumicao Tax Company
76 Vista Pointe Dr, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 228-1776
Hours: {"Friday":["Open 24 hours"],"Monday":["Open 24 hours"],"Saturday":["Open 24 hours"],"Sunday":["Open 24 hours"],"Thursday":["Open 24 hours"],"Tuesday":["Open 24 hours"],"Wednesday":["Open 24 hours"]}
Hacienda Tax Services
116 Martinelli St, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 761-3000
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["10:30 AM–2 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–5 PM"]}
CSI Services
1422 Freedom Blvd, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-2900
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Monday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Saturday":["10 AM–4 PM"],"Sunday":["12–4 PM"],"Thursday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–7 PM"]}
Semingson Karen CPA
3085, Aspen Way #17, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 724-2441
Website: www.hbllp.com
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–5 PM"]}
Karen Aliotti Bookkeeping Services
275 Kearney Ext # 205, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 724-1133
Hours: {}
Chappell Ken CPA
579 Auto Center Dr, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 724-2441
Website: hbllp.com/partner-profile-kenneth-chappell
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Notary Services (Gonzalez & Associates Insurance)
1046 E Lake Ave, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-8882
Website: www.gonzins.com
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["10 AM–2 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–6 PM"]}
Douglas C. Wisler Accountancy Corp
444 Airport Blvd # 208, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-9000
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–12 PM","1:30–5 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–12 PM","1:30–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–12 PM","1:30–4:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–12 PM","1:30–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–12 PM","1:30–5 PM"]}
S K Bookkeeping
563 Auto Center Dr Ste 202, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 722-3020
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–4 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–4 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–4 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–4 PM"],"Wednesday":["Closed"]}
Moras Income Tax & Bookkeeping
Watsonville, CA 95076
Hours: {}
California Business Services
760 E Lake Ave #2, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-0568
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–3 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
About Tax Preparers in Watsonville, CA
Finding a qualified tax preparer in Watsonville can make a significant difference for residents and business owners alike. Watsonville’s economy is anchored by agriculture, fresh food processing, and a growing number of small retail and service businesses. Many local workers are seasonal employees or independent contractors, which can create complex tax situations involving multiple income streams, self-employment taxes, and deductions for farm-related expenses.
A local tax preparer understands these specific economic realities. They can help you navigate issues like agricultural tax credits, business expense tracking for small farms, or the unique rules for gig economy workers. Whether you are a strawberry grower, a restaurant owner, or a remote employee, professional guidance ensures you claim every eligible deduction while staying compliant with state and federal laws.
If you are searching for a tax preparer in Watsonville, BeforeTaxUSA.com can help you find local professionals who know the community. Look for preparers with experience in your industry and verify their credentials. A good preparer will ask detailed questions about your income and expenses, helping you file with confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifications should a tax preparer have?
At minimum, a paid tax preparer must have an IRS-issued PTIN. Look for additional credentials like Enrolled Agent (EA) status, CPA license, or completion of the IRS Annual Filing Season Program. These indicate higher levels of training and accountability.
How much does tax preparation cost?
Simple individual returns (W-2 income only) typically cost $100-$300. Returns with itemized deductions, self-employment income, or rental properties can cost $300-$800 or more. Always ask for a fee estimate upfront before committing.
What documents do I need to bring to my tax preparer?
Bring all W-2s, 1099 forms, records of deductible expenses, last year's tax return, Social Security numbers for all family members, bank account information for direct deposit, and any IRS correspondence you have received.
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