Any reputable CPA will transfer your file and electronic returns to your new CPA at no charge (or minimal charge). Something is not right, given you said it was a larger firm.
That is what i was expecting. so I didn't ask about fees. Why would there be a charge to send old returns? Then big surprise in the mail.
they are a medium size 10-30 accountants in the richer suburban area of town across the freeway from our lower cost suburb. maybe they specialize in higher dollar returns. it was a referral from another business owner i know a bit
water under the bridge. i'm happy now.