Joseph Runkle CPA & Tax Preparation - Peoria, Illinois

mark C.

Incredibly nice guy; very patient. Joe was professional in his approach yet also friendly. He answered any question I asked him. I have no hesitation when referring others to Joe.

Urban P.

Joe has made navigating taxes as a new business owner a breeze! He is always glad to answer any questions I have, and always speaks with me directly when I have them. Other CPA’s make their secretary’s answer questions, but not Joe. Whenever I call and ask to speak with Joe, I am always put right through without issue and have answers to my questions within seconds. As a new small business owner, that means the world to me. Joe has put my mind at ease multiple times, and I am super appreciative of all his help. Rest assured if you hire Joe and his team to help, you will never have an issue with your taxes or knowing how certain things work. I look forward to many more years of doing business with him.

Maria T.

Our family and extended family has done business with Mr. Joseph Runkle for quite a few years now. He and his staff have brought a truly professional experience to the table. They have always done the best for each client. We can truly tell he enjoys his work. Thank you for your expertise! Don't look further, stop on in or give him a call and he will be ready for ya!

Florence W.

Joe was referred to us by a couple of friends who use him. It was March that we called and made an appointment to meet with Joe. My husband and I knew we were getting the information to him late, and anticipated estimating our taxes to pay them in advance and to file an extension. When we arrived to our appointment, the office looked like a tornado had struck. Files were all over the floor and all over his desk. He totally forgot about the appointment, stating that he had a doctor’s appointment, then he suddenly left, directing us to leave our documents with his receptionist. We should have turned around, left, and ran away, never to return again, but since our friends recommended him, we stayed the course. Joe called me several weeks later, asking me about a rental property that we don’t even own. My trust in his ability sank. On another occasion, he sent us our tax return, stating that it was complete and ready to be signed. When I opened the document, there were incomplete areas on many parts of the form. When I called to tell Joe this, he apologized and said that the return was not ready to be signed. Our trust lowered to the gutter at this point, but we exercised grace because we had heard that his business partner died and Joe had been in a tailspin ever since. Weeks and months went by, and eventually, Joe turned our file over to be completed by his associate, Jerry, in June or July. Jerry sent me a number of emails requesting additional information in order to complete the return. Most, but not all of the information was sent, but was was mind-boggling was that months came and went, but this business waited until June/July to request this information?! After additional email exchanges and a phone conversation with Jerry in which he was very rude and condescending in his tone, we went to the office in August, and we filed our own taxes on August 14th. This was a 6-month ordeal, and we are left to pay this business $200 for incomplete services! Never again. Two thumbs down for this business - don’t even waste your time.

John H.

Joseph Runkle is both knowledgeable and affable in the way he approaches his business. I give him 5 stars and would recommend Joe to any small business for their accounting needs.

Ashok K.

For my personal tax service in 2020, I was fortunate to find Joe Runkle to help in filing my personal taxes. My experience working with Joe has been fantastic. Joe is very professional and courteous as he takes time to understand your needs and situation and responds to any queries promptly.

If anyone is looking for a quality service at a reasonable cost. I would highly recommend Joe for your tax services.

Matthew C.

For last tax year, we decided to work with a professional vs. doing our taxes ourselves online. We found Joe through a referral and couldn’t have been happier! He was available to meet on our schedule, listened to our tax situation, provided valuable insight to help us file the most appropriate tax return, and then filed everything accurately and timely...with a very reasonable fee! He even sent me a birthday email later that year! We would recommend you consider Joseph Runkle for your tax needs!

Lucille P.

Joseph is always a pleasure to work with. Great service.