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Lisa M. Kretz
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hopkins, Minnesota 55305
Based in Hopkins, Minnesota, Lisa M. Kretz provides accounting services to entrepreneurs and startups in a variety of business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With over 20 years of experience in the field, Kretz specializes in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting, helping clients navigate financial complexities and ensure compliance with tax regulations. Her services include bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, as well as general accounting and advisory services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.
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Travis A. Kokal
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hopkins, Minnesota 55343
Travis A. Kokal is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Hopkins, Minnesota, with a career spanning over 15 years. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, catering to the needs of family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs and startups. Kokal's professional expertise also extends to tax planning and consulting, as well as individual and business tax return preparation, offering personalized solutions to his clients' accounting and tax-related concerns. As a seasoned accounting professional, he is well-versed in navigating the complexities of tax laws and regulations.
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Trent P. Kramer
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hopkins, Minnesota 55305
Trent P. Kramer is a certified public accountant based in Hopkins, Minnesota, with over 15 years of experience in the field. He specializes in providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services to a diverse range of clients, including entrepreneurs and startups, as well as various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Notably, Kramer offers comprehensive retirement account tax reporting and IRS representation services, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations.
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Marie A. Sorensen
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hopkins, Minnesota 55343
Based in Hopkins, Minnesota, Marie A. Sorensen is a licensed CPA with over 15 years of experience in tax planning, consulting, and individual and business tax return preparation. Her area of specialization includes basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services, catering to family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs and startups. With a background in serving complex tax needs, Marie also provides tax preparation services for individuals and businesses, ensuring accurate and timely compliance with tax laws and regulations.
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Francis J. Phelan
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hopkins, Minnesota 55343
With over 15 years of experience in public accounting, Francis J. Phelan provides bookkeeping and financial statement compilation services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as individuals and families in Hopkins, Minnesota. As a certified public accountant, Phelan specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and tax compliance, assisting clients in meeting their financial goals and navigating complex tax regulations. Phelan's expertise in general accounting and advisory services enables him to offer guidance on financial management, budgeting, and financial planning, helping clients make informed decisions about their financial futures.
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Kevin J. Weir
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hopkins, Minnesota 55305
Based in Hopkins, Minnesota, Kevin J. Weir provides accounting services to small and medium-sized businesses in the region. With over 15 years of experience in general accounting and advisory, Mr. Weir offers expertise in financial planning for individuals, families, and small businesses. His practice, which includes tax reporting for retirement accounts, caters primarily to small and medium-sized businesses, assisting them navigate financial complexities and make informed decisions.
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Sara L. Kaufman
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hopkins, Minnesota 55305
Sara L. Kaufman is a certified public accountant based in Hopkins, Minnesota, with over a decade of experience in providing general accounting and advisory services to entrepreneurs and startups. Specializing in basic accounting services, business tax services, and tax compliance, Kaufman works with a variety of business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Her work includes payroll processing and compliance, ensuring that clients meet their tax obligations and stay up-to-date with changing regulations.
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Kayla J. Axtman
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hopkins, Minnesota 55305
Practicing as a certified public accountant in Hopkins, Minnesota, Kayla J. Axtman has over 10 years of experience in accounting and taxation. Her expertise lies in providing bookkeeping and financial statement compilation services to small businesses and entrepreneurs, as well as offering basic accounting services and tax compliance guidance. Serving clients in various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, Kayla Axtman assists with IRS representation and helps ensure tax compliance for her clients.
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Brock M. Welch
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hopkins, Minnesota 55343
Brock M. Welch is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience serving clients in Hopkins, Minnesota. His expertise spans basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services, catering to family-owned enterprises and small to medium-sized businesses. Welch provides specialized support for payroll processing and compliance, ensuring timely and accurate payments, as well as sales tax compliance services to help businesses meet regulatory requirements.
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Douglas R. Wyckoff
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hopkins, Minnesota 55343
Douglas R. Wyckoff is a certified public accountant with 15 years of experience based in Hopkins, Minnesota. He specializes in providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and tax compliance, serving a variety of business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Wyckoff's services include bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, as well as individual and business tax return preparation.

Minnesota's robust CPA market serves a diverse economy with numerous Fortune 500 headquarters and strong financial services sector. The Minnesota State Board of Accountancy requires 150 semester hours for licensure. CPAs must complete 120 hours of continuing professional education every three years, including 8 hours of ethics and minimum technical hour requirements.

Key Tax Considerations: Minnesota has graduated individual income tax up to 9.85% (among the highest in the nation) and a flat 9.8% corporate rate. CPAs commonly handle complex state tax compliance, sales tax, and estate tax (Minnesota is one of few states with its own). The high tax rates create strong demand for tax planning and residency strategies, particularly for snowbirds. Cross-border issues with Wisconsin and North Dakota are common for businesses and individuals.

Industry Specializations: Healthcare systems and medical devices, financial services and insurance, food processing and agriculture, retail headquarters, technology, manufacturing, and professional services are primary focus areas. Minneapolis-St. Paul CPAs often serve Fortune 500 corporate headquarters, while Greater Minnesota focuses on agriculture, healthcare, and regional businesses.

For CPA Professionals: The Minnesota Society of CPAs provides excellent resources and networking. The Twin Cities dominate the market with sophisticated corporate and high-net-worth client base, creating strong competition but abundant opportunities. Rochester (Mayo Clinic), Duluth, St. Cloud, and Mankato offer secondary markets with lower cost of living. The state provides strong quality of life, excellent education, and diverse practice opportunities, though high taxes and cold winters are considerations for practitioners and clients alike.