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| Larry Muzio, HLM Office Interiors, Inc. |
| “Jesse,
We appreciate your efforts in getting our case waived. This audit has been hanging over us for the last year or so and we are relieved to have this behind us. We know your expertise is what resulted in this excellent outcome.
Thank you very much.”
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| G.I Corporate Officer Held Personally Responsible for Tax Liability |
| “Jesse, We got the paperwork from the State with all the lovely zeroes down the page! I simply cannot thank you enough for giving me my life back! Thank you for your persistence, your positive and convincing manner, and your conviction in the rightness of it all, up to the very last day and minute.
You are a WINNER and I hope you celebrated a little as well. We did.” |
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| M.M.Officer of a publishing firm |
| “ASTC saved our small publishing services business. They now keep us abreast of current state taxation law and practices as they apply to us, and check our ongoing invoicing and contracting practices on a regular basis.” |
| Zein Yountchi-Cable Car Photo and Electronics |
| “Although we arrived at your door having already been mauled at the hands of the Board of Equalization in an audit, we were reassured that we would at last have professionals to present our case and guide it through the lengthy appeals process. ASTC’s attention to detail, professional preparation, and thorough knowledge of all aspects of sales tax law led to a highly successful resolution of our case. Our only regret is that we did not come to you when first notified of the original audit. We will not make that mistake again.” |
| Ted Yates Yates Advertising |
| “I wanted to thank you again for the assistance you have provided to Yates Advertising with our sales tax questions. I was originally going to have my payroll company do the sales tax audit. However, during our pre-audit meetings, my agent didn’t have the answers I needed to clarify certain tax issues. It was most fortuitous when my personal accountant mentioned ASTC. She said she had heard very good things about ASTC and I should call you. I did, and at our first meeting I was convinced ASTC would be my best choice ... Armed with your information and day-to-day contacts with the State Board of Equalization, your company was hands-down the best prepared to handle my issues. Thanks again for everything.” |
| William Dorich Graphics Management, Inc. |
| “In today’s business world where employee incompetence is an epidemic, it is rare to write a letter of praise. Your company and the professional manner in which you defended my legal and civil rights was a godsend.” |
| K.Z. President of a marketing firm |
| “We appreciated the patience and thoroughness with which the ASTC staff explained all of the important details of our case. During the course of our audit, and afterwards, we not only learned how to spot and contest any inaccuracies or injustices, we also learned how to stay in compliance with all of the appropriate regulations and procedures so that future audits would be trouble-free ... ASTC has the experience, coupled with a helpful attitude that is quite comforting in the midst of a naturally stressful situation.” |
| D.H. Vice President of a design firm |
| “We first used ASTC after a particularly invasive audit which resulted in unfair and incorrect findings by the State Board of Equalization auditor. ASTC took over the matter and had it resolved in our favor. Since that time, whenever we are notified of an audit by the SBE, we automatically turn the matter over to ASTC and are able to continue on with our business knowing that we are being represented by the best possible team genuinely committed to protecting our rights.” |
| M.K. President of a bio-medical firm |
| “I am writing you this letter to acknowledge your work in helping my company prepare for the future in dealing with the California Sales and Use Tax code. Rarely in my professional life have I had the pleasure to work with so qualified and responsive a team of consultants.” |
| Nancy A. Gibbons Attorney at Law |
| “As a California Tax Attorney with over 20 years experience, I recognize the importance of referring the ‘right’ professional. Any sales tax audits or controversies are always referred by our office to Associated Sales Tax Consultants. My clients always get personal attention at a fair price. I highly recommend Associated Sales Tax Consultants to anyone with a sales tax issue.” |
| Fred Eastman Tower Foods |
| “I would like to take this opportunity to commend you and your firm for your promptness and professionalism in handing the tax audit that we had with the State Board of Equalization ... Your firm was able to complete our audit in our favor with a minimum of information and time from us.” |
| Ruby & Robert Wilkinson Wilkinson Lithography |
| “We have utilized the services of Associated Sales Tax Consultants twice in the last six years. (They) freed us from the anxiety of dealing directly with the State Board of Equalization. Our questions were addressed by one person from your office and the audit was conducted in a timely and professional manner.” |
| Pauline Rosenberg Reliable Maintenance Service |
| “Our experience with the people of your firm has been of the highest order, definitely five star all the way! We have found everyone to be courteous and astute, efficient and prompt, highly responsive and especially well-informed. Your firm made a most satisfactory settlement and conclusion of our case.” |
| P.M. Owner of a construction company |
| “We strongly recommend Associated Sales Tax Consultants to any business faced with an audit from the State Board. Not only may there be financial benefits, but also saved time and energy from the agony. In construction, sales and use tax statutes are complex and difficult to understand. It makes us somewhat relieved to know that there is someone like Associated Sales Tax Consultants that we can turn to.” |
| Leo Rodriguez Dot & Andy’s Club |
| “Thanks to you my biggest fears were overcome due to your experience.” |
| Fred Lennard Mt. Shasta Veneer, Inc. |
| “We were very pleased with the sales tax work you did for us. The thoroughness with which you handled our situation was evident by the savings to our company.” |
| Jan Salter The Ritz |
| “We would like to thank you for accepting our case during the recent audit we had by the State Board of Equalization. The fast and efficient manner in which your agency handled our account was just amazing. There is no doubt your agency saved us from a major financial crisis." |
| J.C. Officer of a literary service company |
| “The expert and personal assistance we received from Associated Sales Tax Consultants was critical to the future viability of this company. When we became embroiled with the State Board of Equalization, it was potentially a financial disaster and would negatively affect the manner in which we conducted business with our clients. Our professional consultant at Associated Sales Tax assumed immediate control of the case and rendered positive results in a very short time. Within three months our consultant resolved the entire matter to our company’s benefit. I am convinced that Associated Sales Tax was the definitive service to turn to in this matter and I would highly recommend them to anyone with a sales tax issue.” |
| G.P.H. |
| “After consulting with our CPA, and on his advice and recommendation, I contacted Associated Sales Tax Consultants, set up a meeting and contracted with them to represent my company in this (sales and use tax) matter throughout the appeals process. During the next many months their staff represented my company at all appeals hearings, prepared all necessary responses, and attended all meetings. During all of this they kept me informed, and constantly rendered timely progress reports ... I can honestly say that through their efforts, the problem has been resolved and, though I hope I never will need their services again, I would not hesitate to call them if I did.” |
| Therese Olivero Amsan, Inc. |
| “Our company was treated with respect by your professional employees in overcoming a tax assessment. They understood our problem, focused on it and settled our dispute within a matter of months to our complete satisfaction.” |
| G.A.B. President of a steel company |
| “Your professional and successful handling of our Petition for Redetermination of a sales tax audit by the State Board of Equalization is very much appreciated. The expert approach in working through the technical minefield ... certainly speaks well of your ability to restrain an obsessive government agency.” |
| Thomas A. Ainsley |
| “Some time ago I utilized the services of your organization to resolve a potential sales tax assessment issue with the California Board of Equalization. The issue was resolved in a very timely and professional manner to my complete satisfaction. My thanks to you and your organization for a job well done.” |
| Stephen R. Sprinkel Hatcher Press, Inc. |
| “ASTC ... accomplished the following on our behalf: ·Provided us with a thorough understanding of the issues involved and the ramifications for our business ·Educated some of our customers in similar fashion ·Facilitated the filing of a sales tax refund request We would not hesitate to engage the services of your organization in the future should the need arise.” |
| Thomas C. Nelson Control Manufacturing Company |
| “We found ASTC to be expert, experienced and professional, and with their capable representation our company completed a comprehensive BOE audit. Our audit resulted in a refund to us and, thanks to ASTC’s proficient guidance, we avoided an arduous negotiation for return of tax overpayments.” |
| K. Dattani, CPA |
| This testimonial is to you and your staff for helping us and our client to deal with uncharted territory of “Tobacco Excise Tax.” The insight and relevance of logic in your organization is a refreshing change and challenge in dealing with difficult issues. |
| Michael Yost, CFO, Grant McCune Design, Inc. |
| I am taking this opportunity to again thank you and your entire staff for the unrelenting, and I might add extremely successful, efforts on our behalf in dealing with the audits of the State Board of Equalization. I look forward to decades of co-workership with ASTC and ongoing success in our dealings with the SBOE. |
| Michael Rose, Warr, Foote & Rose |
| I could not be more pleased than I an now with the outcome of the sales tax audit appeal you handled for us. With your professional representation, we not only reversed the audit, but also identified a sales tax refund where we had, indeed, over reported. We feel we received full value from our agreement to have you represent us. We would be pleased to recommend you to any other advertising agency faced with a SBE audit, and, should we ever require you services again, we’ll not hesitate to call. |
| John Nugier, Brake Machinery Sales, Inc. |
| I just wanted to take a minute to thank you for your assistance in dealing with the California State Board of Equalization over the past four years. I was fortunate to find your firm on the world wide web. Your firm did an excellent job in helping me to understand patience in dealing with the State Board of Equalization and reducing the penalties they were attempting to charge us. Thank you again for your efforts and results. We are happy with the outcome and suggest that any firm would be foolish to present themselves when Associated Sales Tax Consultants, Inc., is so capable and can achieve excellent results. |
| H. Bolton |
| If not for you and your firm, we would still be living under a cloud called the Board of Equalization; to the tune of “you owe us $141K”. After using our accountant to fight them to no avail and $14K later; we came back to Associated where you took over. You have extensive knowledge of State and Federal Tax Law and accomplished something I never thought would happen; a letter from the Board attorney agreeing with your findings and recommending dismissal of claim and penalties. Words cannot express our relief and appreciation to Associated Sales Tax Consultants. |
| Fred Eastman, Greenhouse Café |
| I would like to take this opportunity to thank you and your staff for all of you efforts and professionalism in handling my audit with the State Board of Equalization. The future of my business was at stake due to the size and complexity of the tax burden that was weighing on my shoulders, and it feels like the weight of the world has been lifted. I will always be indebted to you and your staff and would recommend your firm to anyone having an issue with the State Board. |
| Lucy Brown, President, Lucy Brown, Inc. |
| In short - I tried it on my own and I tried with Associated Sales Tax Consultants. Believe me, I’ll call them immediately if there is a next time. |
| Marshall (Tony) Valdez, President, Lumeni |
| I gladly give a hearty “thumbs up” to Associated Sales Tax Consultants for your honest, thorough and professional assistance in successfully handling our tax matter! |
| Stephen P. Nicholls. President, Mueller Nicholls, Inc. |
| I want to extend my thanks to you and your organization for helping our company through our State Board of Equalization audit this year. Your professionalism and expertise made all the difference to us; we appreciate your efforts and will certainly use your services again. Again, thank you for all of your help this year. |
| David Sanford, President, Super Printers |
| Super Printers would like to thank you for the quality of your service and efficiency towards our time of need. I will not hesitate to use Associated Sales Tax in the future, and I will be happy to recommend you to friends and business associates in need of your expertise. Again, thank you for your help. |
| Lee Burns, United Food & Commercial Workers |
| I would like to take this opportunity to thank you, your staff and organization for the outstanding work you have done on our behalf as tax consultants. We found your service to be extremely beneficial to our organization. Your staff has been most efficient and professional as it related to our tax issues. We will not hesitate to use your organization again should the need arise. |
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| P.F., CFO, Limousine Company |
| "Even though I’m a CPA, I don’t bother with doing this myself because the laws are fairly technical and they’re changing all the time. The obtaining, retaining and conveying of the records is quite significant. So it is much easier to retain someone who is based in Sacramento, who can easily go to the hearings, walk your stuff in, and quickly respond when necessary. Overall, ASTC saved us about a million dollars in potential sales tax. In the grand scheme of things, that’s pretty fantastic." |
| Richard Clark, Open Range Ventures, LLC |
| We consulted a local tax attorney who advised us of how to set up the sale and where to put the new jet in order to minimize the California sales and use tax. We proceeded as he advised and several months into the process realized that his strategy was not working. We were assessed almost $260,000.00 sales tax along with additional penalties of approximately $50,000.00. We called ASTC very late in the game to try and save the day. ASTC presented our case again before the tax board, and this time we prevailed. ASTC won the case and our future business. We recently completed the purchase of our fourth turbine aircraft through ASTC, with tax savings among these aircraft approaching the $1,000,000.00 mark |
| Fred Weibel, Weibel Family Wine Group |
| "Our corporation purchased a Piper Malibu Jetprop in March 2005 and we immediately engaged the services of Associated Sales Tax Consultants Incorporated, to guide us through the process of eliminating the sales tax on our purchase. They were very helpful in monitoring our in state and out of state usage of the aircraft, documentation of our out of state business use and filing of all paper work with the State Board of Equalization. We had a successful out come that resulted in a saving after all fees of $55,000.00. If you are contemplating the purchase of an aircraft and can use it for out of state business at least 50% of the time during the first 6 months of ownership, we highly recommend the use of their services." |
| Dr. Merv Shenson |
| We did our homework and prepared all the documentation related to our yacht’s purchase in Canada, saved all our receipts, and had copies of the boat’s log. When we were contacted by the State Board of Equalization, we sent them an explanatory letter with all the appropriate copies of the above items. Without an explanation the Board denied our claim for exemption and sent us a tax bill for $22,000.00. We contacted your firm, and retained you to help our situation. Within two months we received from the Board a new notice of determination stating that our tax bill was $0. I would certainly recommend ASTC to anyone who is planning to purchase a yacht and wants to ensure obtaining the proper tax exemption from the Board of Equalization. |
| Jim Irwin, Aircraft Spruce & Specialty |
| I want to let you know that we are very pleased with the efficient, professional handling of our account over the past year since our acquisition of the aircraft. Thank you very much for providing us with excellent representation through your Transaction Analysis Program. I would highly recommend the program to anyone making an aircraft acquisition. Best wishes to you and your staff for continued success. |
| Eugene J. Micek, CEO Flightline Aviation, Inc. |
| In my opinion, Associated Sales Tax Consultants is a well run professional organization. I appreciated the service their firm provided me and wish them further success in the operation of their business. |
| Leo A. Hanly, Santa Ynez Valley Construction Co. |
| We are extremely pleased with the results of the effort expended upon this project by your staff. There is no doubt in our minds that we would have been unsuccessful in obtaining the positive results by ourselves. We would not hesitate to recommend your firm and it’s services to anyone seeking the same end result. Thank you for your diligent and professional attention to our project. |
| Norman Green, Irsfeld, Irsfeld & Younger, LLP |
| Your analysis and advice were accurate, complete and clear. Further, the completely successful results indicate that you dealt as effectively with the State Board of Equalization as you did with our client and with me. Indeed, our client has now sold the aircraft, and referred the buyer to you for advice and assistance. We certainly would consult you again in connection with any aircraft or boat purchase and sale transaction. |
| Kenneth C. Karas |
| I wanted to thank you for your advice and representation with respect to the sales tax potentially owed with respect to my Conquest. You were knowledgeable, courteous and, most of all, effective in obtaining an exemption from sales or use tax for my aircraft with minimum involvement on my part. Thank you again for your excellent service |
| Chuck Kissner, Kissner & Associates, LLC |
| As a repeat customer, we highly recommend ASTC not only for those going through the process the first time, but as a regular part of any aircraft purchase in which there are potential sales tax consequences. |
| Lewis Figone, President Mallard Air |
| With regards to our transaction with your firm, please be advised , we are very pleased with all aspects of our association with you and your firm and would never consider anyone else for aircraft consultants. |
| Mr. Allen Tabrizi, Tabrizi Incorporated |
| It seems as much as you learn in life you couldn’t possibly learn it all. Therefore, all intelligent and successful people hire the right person for the right job. I’m still trying to figure out my excuse for not having hired you in the first place. Thank you for turning a potential expensive mistake on my part, into one that went away in just a few weeks. You are truly champions of your field. |
| Gavin Cook |
| I would like to start off by saying that I appreciate the quick and timely resolution to my California Sales Tax matter. Your description on the process was clear and any questions that I had were quickly answered. For those in need of your services, I will certainly be recommending that they contact you. |
| Nadia Roberts, Flight Research, Inc. |
| They took care of all of the paperwork and the transactions between the “taxman” and myself. They were extremely efficient and kept the information strictly confidential. I was very impressed and would not hesitate to call upon them again before I get involved in any other transaction. That little voice was right and they truly are my “Knight in Shining Armor! |
| Mary Alexander and Gregory Fretz, Gregory Fretz Skysport |
| The staff at Associated Sales Tax Consultants Incorporated helped us focus on the issues and gather the necessary facts and documentation that was needed. Throughout the process they explained all our questions and were always quick to answer our phone calls and email messages. Our case was handled in a timely manner; it took about six months from the time we first contacted them until we received the final letter from California. Associated Sales Tax Consultants did their best for us and I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone. We would like to take this opportunity to convey a heartfelt thank you to everyone at ASTC for your efforts on our behalf. You saved us a lot of money! |
| S.S., President, A Film Company |
| Please let this letter serve as a personal recommendation for you and your company regarding the professional help and guidance you provided with the purchase of my Siai Marchetti. |
| L.B., Hall, Inc. |
| As you know with this writing, we have had our second experience as a result of two aircraft purchases using your Transaction Analysis Program. I am delighted to tell you that both have been rewarding. The guidance and assistance provided by you and your staff in all areas, including record keeping, were exemplary. I would not hesitate to recommend your organization to any prospective aircraft buyer. |
| Jim Allen, Cartwright Aerial Surveys, Inc. |
| Thanks so much for your efforts in getting this done successfully. This is the 3rd aircraft and 4th time we have turned to ASTC for help with the state taxing agencies, and so far, you are batting a 1000, 4 for 4, Outstanding! You can be sure that we will turn to you again in the future as the need arises. |
| Bret Mosher |
| I am writing this letter in appreciation of your professionalism and hard work. You successfully represented me in the unfair claim by the State of California to collect taxes on my airplane for out of state use. We prevailed in our proof of that. I would recommend your services and will do so to any entity in need of proficient representation in similar matters. Thank you for your help. |
| Paul F. Dumas, Dumas Enterprises |
| I found Associated Sales Tax Consultants to be highly professional and knowledgeable in their field of expertise, and the results were exactly what they said they could do. Basically, they made the purchase transaction of my Jet Ranger a painless process for us, and they performed flawlessly. They told us what they could do, we signed up, and they delivered. The bottom line is that I saved a ton of money...legally. I would encourage anyone thinking of a large purchase, be it an aircraft, yacht, or even construction equipment, to investigate and use the services offered by Associated Sales Tax Consultants. I plan on continuing to utilize ASTC for all of my future aviation purchases! |
| Chris Ronson, CEO, EverGreen Glass, Inc. |
| The fact that the Board reviewed your filing and granted the exemption so quickly speaks for itself. Your filing was obviously done in a professional and procedurally correct manner as the approval came in two weeks. I thank you for your excellent service and commend you and your staff for your professionalism and knowledge of the tax system. I certainly would not hesitate to recommend your services to anyone in need of them. I just wish some of the other companies I do business with were as good as yours. |
| Ken Hutchinson |
| I would like to thank your company for the successful efforts in resolving the use tax issues concerning my aircraft. You may be assured that I will highly recommend your company to anyone with a sales/use tax issue |
| Marvin May |
| The detailed guidance that you and your staff provided was essential in obtaining the exemption. I was especially impressed by the very timely responses I received to any and all of my questions. I would recommend your services without hesitation to any prospective purchasers of vehicles. |
| Robert Stevens |
| Dear Sea Magazine, As both a boater and aviator, I was attracted to an ad appearing in Sea, featuring a photo of a business jet emblazoned with the name “Sales Tax One.” I saved the ad, and months later during the early stages of an aircraft purchase, I called the advertiser, Associated Sales Tax Consultants. They were excellent to work with in every aspect. They followed up on each detail to make sure our purchase would qualify for an exemption, and today I received a letter from the California State Board of Equalization confirming it was granted - a savings of over $20,000.00. Thanks for a great magazine, and for continuing to promote services such as Associated Sales Tax Consultants. |
| John Helstowski, President, ECX Corporation |
| I was impressed with the professionalism of Associated Sales Tax Consultants interacting with the California State Board of Equalization resulting in an exemption of California Use Tax, for my boat (yacht). And the whole process was completed in 12 weeks! |
| Graham Farrar |
| "Fantastic Job!" |
| James Allen, SR. |
| "ASTC has demonstrated knowledge, diligence and professionalism in overseeing our transactions, offering sound advice, imposing essential discipline in the paperwork and taking care of all the mysterious details of getting through the exemption process successfully". |
| Michael and Dora Bales |
| "While I had no doubt of the outcome with the State Board of Equalization concerning the purchase of my new vessel I must admit I was very happy to receive your letter stating that all outstanding issues have been resolved and my case is closed. I would like to compliment your company for its outstanding service in the overall handling of this matter from start to finish. All phone calls were answered in a very professional manner by a "real person" not a machine. Overall, my experience with Associated Sales Tax Consultants was very positive. I would highly recommend your company to anyone who is thinking about a purchase of a vessel, aircraft or recreational vehicle." |
| J.D., CFO, Tech Company |
| "...ASTC does outstanding services for us!" |
| Olga Klein |
| "Associated Sales Tax Consultant’s, Inc. has done a great job for me." |
| Dr. Van Steed |
| "This professional and experienced group of sales tax experts saved me $13,860.00 in tax liability and $9,124.50 in interest, for a total tax savings of $22,984.50. I sincerely appreciate the professional and experienced consultants I hired to fulfill my tax liability needs." |
| Lawrence Bushkin |
| "I am writing to express my appreciation for work your firm performed in obtaining my California sales tax exemption for my recent purchase of a motor yacht. I do appreciate the opportunity to work with you, and would certainly do so again in the event of another similar purchase." |
| Morten and Lois Jensen |
| We called our tax advisor and he put us in touch with Associated Sales Tax Consultants, Inc. Thank God for that call. These people are very professional and know the inner workings of the State Board of Equalization. We were elated to recently receive word that we have been granted the sales tax exemption from the Board of Equalization. We highly recommend to anyone attempting to gain a sales tax exemption to consult these fine professional people at Associated Sales Tax Consultants, Inc. |
| Mr. and Mrs. Auten |
| "Excellent, helpful service." |
| Steven R. Magidson |
| "From the initial consultation call through the entire process, we found ASTC to be professional, thorough, responsive, and friendly at all times. They explained the process clearly at the beginning and worked with us every step of the way to ensure a positive outcome. The bottom line is that ASTC helped us to save tens of thousands of dollars in tax. Given the situation to use such services in the future, I would not hesitate to use ASTC again." |
| Kevin and Carrie Price |
| "If it wasn’t for the excellent reputation of Associated Sales Tax Consultants we would not have won our case. We would highly recommend your company. Thank you." |
| Chuck and Martha Becker |
| You and your staff have been most helpful in guiding us through this. It has been absolutely painless. Thank you again for all your help and attention. |
| Graham Bryan |
| I learned a lot from the process and will hopefully be able to use my experiences in future situations. I would like to thank the staff of ASTC for their patience and cooperation as there were some road-blocks that occurred along the way. I would recommend your service to anyone. Thank you for your time and help in getting this situation resolved and for the pleasant experience. |
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