Last updated September 20, 2026 · ranked from 435 Google reviews · How we rank
This guide to the best tax preparation in Royal Oak, MI brings together entries with Google ratings ranging from 4.6 to 5.0 stars. Block Advisors has a 4.7 rating from 85 reviews, while ATS Advisors, A CPA Firm holds a 4.8 from 43. The two H&R Block entries each have a 4.6 rating, with 207 and 79 reviews respectively. Hilltop Wealth and Tax Solutions, Definity Tax, Accounting and Consulting, and Grifo & Company, PLLC each hold 5.0 ratings, based on 14, six and one review respectively. Comparing the scores alongside their review counts provides a concrete starting point for choosing among these entries.
Top picks at a glance
1Block AdvisorsBlock Advisors prepares small-business taxes in Royal Oak, MI, with onsite meetings and remote document uploads available.
2ATS Advisors, A CPA FirmATS Advisors handles tax and accounting needs in Royal Oak, MI; reviewers praise clear communication and quick processing.
4.7(85)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 85 reviews (Google rating)
Tax preparation service
Closed today
A focus on small-business taxes helps Block Advisors earn rank 3, backed by a 4.7 Google rating from 85 reviews. The office at 29484 Woodward Ave in Royal Oak, MI handles tax preparation for sole proprietorships, partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations, alongside bookkeeping, payroll, and year-round tax planning. Reviewers praise professionalism and expertise, with one describing decades of returning for tax preparation. Clients can meet onsite or request Digital Drop-Off to upload documents remotely.
Small-business tax preparation
Year-round tax planning
Remote document uploads
“Make sure that you ask how much they charge prior to booking. FYI - They charge $400 for a self-employed filer. Joann did take a very brief moment to look something up for me. So, that was nice. But this was after she took a glance at …”
4.8(43)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 43 reviews (Google rating)
Tax preparation service
Closed today
Clear communication and efficient tax work help ATS Advisors, A CPA Firm earn the No. 4 spot in Royal Oak, MI. Its Google listing has a 4.8 rating from 43 reviews, with positive excerpts describing help navigating family taxes, quick processing after document drop-off, and a professional manner. One reviewer reports difficulty making contact while waiting for filing. The office at 2310 E 11 Mile Rd handles tax and broader accounting needs, recommends appointments, and offers free on-site parking and a wheelchair-accessible entrance.
Tax and accounting
Free on-site parking
Appointments recommended
“I found ATS by word of mouth after a bad experience with my former CPA. They are exceedingly communicative and efficient. Kady has been a tremendous partner in helping my family navigate our taxes and also helping us navigate taxes for o…”
4.6(207)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 207 reviews (Google rating)
Tax preparation service · Madison Heights · 2.2 mi
Patient explanations and long-standing client relationships help H&R Block earn rank 5 in this Royal Oak, MI guide. The office at 170 W 12 Mile Rd in Madison Heights holds a 4.6 Google rating from 207 reviews. Reviewers describe preparers who explain tax details clearly, ask useful questions, and earn repeat visits over many years. Services cover individuals, families, and small businesses, with walk-ins, appointments, document drop-off, and Digital Drop-Off available. One reviewer reported late appointments and needing multiple visits to file.
Patient tax explanations
Digital Drop-Off available
Online appointment scheduling
“My tax preparer, Nancy, is great! She was very patient and mades sure I understood everything. She knows the tax codes well and made me comfortable in what can easily be an anxious procedure.”
4.6(79)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 79 reviews (Google rating)
Tax preparation service
Flexible ways to submit paperwork help H&R Block at 847 S Main St earn rank 6 in Royal Oak, MI. Individuals, families, and small businesses can get help preparing and filing returns, asking tax questions, and identifying credits and deductions. Clients can walk in, book an appointment online, or use Digital Drop-Off from home. The office holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 79 reviews, with positive excerpts noting thorough help and the convenience of bringing paperwork and asking questions in person.
Digital Drop-Off available
Online appointment booking
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
“It's always the best. I don't have to register for their website, I can just bring my paperwork. If I'm missing something I can make phone calls or send emails while I'm there. It's always great being able to ask questions and to know wh…”
5.0(14)· Google5.0 out of 5 from 14 reviews (Google rating)
Tax preparation service
Tax preparation sits alongside retirement planning at Hilltop Wealth and Tax Solutions, which earns the No. 8 spot for its range of related services and 5-star Google rating across 14 reviews. The office at 333 W 7th St, Suite 250, in Royal Oak, MI offers tax planning, accounting, and bookkeeping as well as wealth management and legacy planning. Reviewers praise the firm's financial guidance and responsiveness. Onsite services, free street parking, and a wheelchair-accessible entrance add practical conveniences.
Tax planning available
Accounting and bookkeeping
Free street parking
“Great opportunity to connect with the right people to get your retirement plan where it needs to be. They make you feel important and work with you to get your portfolio to your comfort level. It's your money and you need to be happy. Th…”
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5.0(6)· Google5.0 out of 5 from 6 reviews (Google rating)
Tax preparation service
Closed today
Patient explanations and steady communication help earn Definity Tax, Accounting and Consulting the No. 9 spot. This CPA practice at 811 N Main St #301 in Royal Oak, MI handles tax preparation and accounting for individuals and businesses, with a stated focus on year-round support. Reviewers describe clear explanations, reduced tax-season stress and repeat visits, including one client who had used the practice for three years. Its 5-star Google rating comes from six reviews. Online appointments and onsite services offer two ways to meet.
Year-round support
Online appointments available
Personal and business taxes
“Arman saved us a lot of time, money, and head ache and he has a great calming energy to him! Will likely use him again next year. Thank you, Arman!”
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5.0(1)· Google5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews (Google rating)
Tax preparation service
Closed today
A review describing more than 10 years with Grifo & Company, PLLC supports its No. 10 position among tax preparation options in Royal Oak, MI. The reviewer recommends the firm for guidance on business matters, personal returns and audits. Its Google rating is 5 out of 5, based on that single review. Located at 26622 Woodward Ave, Suite 115, the office is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking.
Long-term client recommendation
Weekday office hours
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
“Need a trusted CPA? Get strategic guidance for your business, your personal returns and/or when dealing with an audit. I have been using Grifo & Company for over 10 years and if you are exploring CPA options, give them a call. Recommend.”
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How we ranked this list
Each tax preparer is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Royal Oak category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Tax Preparation in Royal Oak, MI: common questions
Which offices in Royal Oak, MI handle small-business or self-employment taxes?
Block Advisors at 29484 Woodward Ave serves entrepreneurs, small-business owners, and self-employed individuals. It works with sole proprietorships, partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations, and also offers bookkeeping, payroll, and year-round tax planning. H&R Block at 847 S Main St also serves small businesses. In Madison Heights, First Priority Tax Solutions explicitly includes self-employment income and small-business tax services.
Can I work with a tax preparer remotely?
H&R Block at 847 S Main St in Royal Oak, MI and all other H&R Block offices in this guide offer Digital Drop-Off, as does Block Advisors. Call the office to request the service; a tax professional then emails a document-upload link. First Priority Tax Solutions in Madison Heights offers virtual and in-person appointments.
Which tax offices offer Saturday appointments or evening hours?
In Madison Heights, First Priority Tax Solutions lists Saturday hours of noon–4 p.m., EDS TAX & ACCOUNTING lists 9 a.m.–2 p.m., and Dream Team Tax Pros lists 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Dream Team also lists weekday hours of 10 a.m.–7 p.m. First Priority and EDS require appointments.
Do I need an appointment for tax preparation in Royal Oak, MI?
H&R Block at 847 S Main St accepts walk-ins and document drop-offs, though appointments are recommended. Block Advisors on Woodward Ave and ATS Advisors on E 11 Mile Rd also recommend appointments. For nearby alternatives, First Priority Tax Solutions and EDS TAX & ACCOUNTING in Madison Heights require appointments.
Which tax offices in Royal Oak, MI have accessible facilities and parking?
ATS Advisors, Block Advisors, and Hilltop Wealth and Tax Solutions each list a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, and restroom. ATS also lists free on-site parking, while Hilltop lists free street parking. H&R Block at 847 S Main St lists a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking.
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