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Mark O. Todd
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Sunderland, Maryland 20689
Based in Sunderland, Maryland, Mark O. Todd brings over 15 years of experience in accounting and taxation to his clients. He specializes in providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as individuals and families. Mr. Todd's expertise encompasses tax planning and consulting, general accounting and advisory services, ensuring that clients meet their financial obligations and take advantage of available tax credits and deductions. With a focus on personalized service and attention to detail, Mr. Todd helps his clients navigate complex tax laws and financial regulations to achieve their financial goals.
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Bryan K. Dowell
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Sunderland, Maryland 20689

Maryland's sophisticated CPA market serves a wealthy state with strong government contracting, biotechnology, and financial services sectors. The Maryland Board of Public Accountancy requires 150 semester hours for licensure. CPAs must complete 120 hours of continuing professional education every three years, including 6 hours of ethics and minimum technical requirements in accounting subjects.

Key Tax Considerations: Maryland has graduated individual income tax up to 5.75% (plus local county taxes) and an 8.25% corporate rate. CPAs commonly handle complex multi-state taxation due to proximity to D.C., Virginia, and Pennsylvania, state and local tax compliance, and high-income tax planning. The concentration of federal employees creates specialized needs for federal retirement benefits, Thrift Savings Plan distributions, and security clearance-related business structures.

Industry Specializations: Federal government contracting (especially defense and cybersecurity), biotechnology and life sciences, financial services, healthcare systems, higher education, real estate, and professional services are key practice areas. CPAs often specialize in government contractor accounting systems (DCAA compliance), biotech startup funding and equity, and serving high-net-worth individuals in affluent suburbs.

For CPA Professionals: The Maryland Association of CPAs provides extensive resources across the state. Major markets include Baltimore (financial services, healthcare), suburban Washington D.C. areas (government contracting, high earners), and the I-270 biotech corridor. Competition is strong in metro areas but sophisticated client needs create opportunities for specialized expertise. High cost of living in D.C. suburbs is offset by strong compensation and proximity to major federal contracting opportunities.