Is Your Current IT Provider
Causing You To Need Two Of These?

 

Isn’t It Time To Finally Get Rid Of This Headache?

Are you sick and tired of constant IT, phone, and computer problems interrupting your day and slowing down your team during tax season? Do you feel stuck with an unresponsive IT provider who is not delivering the service you need, but you don’t know who else you can trust to protect your client data and keep your systems running without overcharging you??

If so, I have the solution that will make  
IT-related issues less of a pain.  

My name is Eugene Hastey, CEO of CG Tech Services and author of the book Hassle Free Computer Support. For close to two decades, I have helped accounting and tax firms in the Greater Seattle Area strengthen cybersecurity and reduce IT disruptions that put client data and deadlines at risk. My team and I specialize in delivering proactive IT support and managed security services to businesses like yours with friendly, knowledgeable techs who will put you at ease and resolve your IT problems quickly and efficiently. I have been a featured speaker on cybersecurity for the Washington Society of CPAs and the Washington Society of Enrolled Agents, and my trainings have counted toward continuing education hours. We are proud to be an associate (non-CPA) member of the WSCPA. Chances are you have never heard of me or my company before, but when you finish reading this letter, you will be glad you finally have. 

Why can I make such a bold statement?

Because almost every firm owner I speak with in the Greater Seattle area will confess that their current IT support person, whether it is a friend who knows computers or a “professional” IT company, is NOT completely delivering the level of service they want. Therefore, they are forced to deal with recurring technical problems and worry that their systems are NOT secure against hackers, ransomware, costly downtime, compliance failures, and even data loss that could expose confidential client records or derail tax season deadlines. For a firm that handles sensitive financial data, that is simply unacceptable! 

I understand that the thought of switching IT providers right before tax season can feel overwhelming. That is why our process is designed to be seamless and low stress, with no to minimal disruption to your daily operations or client deadlines. We have helped many firms transition smoothly, even during their busiest times, so you do not have to wait and suffer through another tax season with unreliable support. 

Isn’t It Time To Finally Get Rid Of This Headache?

Although the notion of providing reliable, affordable, full-service computer support for accounting, bookkeeping, and tax firms in the Greater Seattle Area isn’t an amazing concept, it still surprises me how many computer technicians don’t get it right. Therefore, I understand if you’re skeptical about our claims. My guess is that you’ve been disappointed, even burned, by other IT providers in the past. That is exactly why I want to extend this offer to you now, so you can see for yourself how different it can be when your technology partner truly understands the needs of your firm. That’s why I’d like to extend the following offer to you… 

A $497 “Get-To-Know-Us” FREE Gift

As a prospective client, I’d like to offer you a free, no-obligation, no-sales-pressure Accounting Firm Ransomware Vulnerability Assessment. This assessment can be conducted 100% remotely, and we don’t need access to your computers at all. 

At the end of the assessment, you’ll know: 

•  How to address easily fixable problems with the way your team may be handling sensitive client data within your network.
•  Whether or not your systems and client data are at risk from hackers and ransomware, and where you are partially or totally exposed.
• If your data is actually being backed up in a manner that would allow you to recover it quickly in the event of an emergency or a ransomware attack. 

 We will even provide you with a report that will be proof of a third-party analysis of your network – something required right now in many cyber and crime insurance renewal forms. 

Why does this matter now?

 In 2025, accounting and tax firms in the Greater Seattle Area are facing tighter talent markets, heavier workloads, and growing pressure to improve efficiency and retain staff. In 2026, artificial intelligence is expected to accelerate these trends. Security is no longer optional—it is a business essential. 

Ransomware and data theft attacks are surging against accounting and tax firms, especially small and mid-sized practices. Industry publications like Accounting Today and the Journal of Accountancy report that firms are prime targets because of the sensitive financial and tax data you hold, and attacks often strike near tax deadlines or during busy seasons. 

 It’s easy to put this off until after the holidays and tax season but waiting only increases your risk. Cybercriminals know when firms are busiest, and attacks often strike when you are focused on client deadlines. Taking just a little bit of time now for this assessment can help you avoid costly disruptions and give you peace of mind heading into your busiest months. 

Curious? Let’s Schedule A Brief
10-Minute Call To Discuss

The next step is simple: Call my office at 206-593-3414 and reference this letter to schedule a brief 10 to 15-minute initial consultation. You may also complete the form at the top of this page to schedule directly on my calendar.

On this call, we can discuss your unique situation, any concerns you have and of course, answer any questions you have about us. If you feel comfortable moving ahead, we’ll schedule a convenient time for our team to evaluate the health of your firm’s data security. 

Fresh eyes see things that others cannot – so, at a minimum, our Accounting Firm Ransomware Vulnerability Assessment is a completely cost-free way to get a credible third-party validation of the security of your IT systems. There are no costs and no expectations. We are here to earn your trust and demonstrate a far better way to get the IT services and support your accounting or bookkeeping firm needs.  

 I will be following up over the next few weeks to make sure you received this letter and to see if you would like to schedule this free Accounting Firm Ransomware Vulnerability Assessment for your business. If not, please just let us know! 

Awaiting your response, 

Eugene Hastey
President & CEO
CG Tech Services, Inc.
Author, Hassle Free Computer Support

 P.S. Why risk it? Our free Accounting Firm Ransomware Vulnerability Assessment comes with zero strings attached, no expectations, and no obligations on your part. If nothing else, it will be a good third-party validation of how well your systems are currently performing. 

 P.P.S. Don’t think it’s a good time to switch IT providers? We offer a fast and “easy to switch as 1, 2, 3” process thanks to our proprietary Management Box.  

Step 1: Our MBox allows us to rapidly on board and document your network.  

Step 2: We update the security of your systems and deploy reliable backups.  

Step 3: Our team learns how you work in the background and will notify you of anything urgent that shouldn’t wait until the end of tax deadlines, and which improvements could wait until later. 

 

How Does Your Current IT Provider Stack Up?

Take this quiz to find out!

How can you tell if you are receiving poor or substandard service? How do you know if your IT company or computer person is doing everything possible to secure your network and prevent expensive disasters?  If your IT provider does NOT score a “yes” on every point, you could be paying for substandard support and putting your client data and your firm’s reputation at risk! 

• Do they answer their phones LIVE and respond to emergencies promptly (within 60 minutes)?
• Do they help you create and maintain a Written Information Security Plan (WISP) to be FTC and GLBA compliant and provide firm-wide proof of encryption and multi-factor authentication, as required by IRS Publication 4557?
• Do they upgrade your systems OUTSIDE of tax season and tax extension deadlines so that your technology is operating smoothly when you need it most?
• Do they help you understand and comply with the FTC Safeguards Rule, including what is required for firms with fewer or more than 5,000 records?
• Are they easy to reach and highly responsive when you need them for non-emergencies?
• Do they proactively monitor, patch, and update your computer network’s critical security settings daily? Weekly? At all? 
• Do they offer proof that they are backing up ALL your data?
• Do they have a documented process for breach notification that meets current FTC requirements for incidents affecting 500 or more clients?
• Do they proactively meet with you outside of tax season to report what they’ve been doing, review projects, and offer new ways to improve your network’s performance instead of waiting until you have a problem during tax season to make recommendations?
• Do they provide detailed invoices that clearly explain what you are paying for?
• Do they help you complete cyber insurance applications by providing proof of multi-factor authentication, endpoint detection and response, secure backups, encryption, employee training, and incident response planning?
• Do they explain what they are doing and answer your questions in terms that you can understand, NOT in “geek speak”?
• Do they help you manage and secure remote access, BYOD devices, seasonal staff, and contractors, especially during peak filing periods to prevent data sprawl and elevated risk?
• Have they proactively discussed cybersecurity with you and made recommendations for better protecting your network from ransomware?
• Have they provided you complete network documentation, or do they hold the “keys to the kingdom” refusing to give you your admin passwords?
• Do they offer any guarantees on their services?
• Do they arrive on time and dress professionally?
• Do you look forward to seeing and working with them, or do you cringe every time you have to make that call?

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