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Thomas M. Ferry
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Prairie Lea, Texas 78661
Based in Prairie Lea, Texas, Thomas M. Ferry is a certified public accountant (CPA) with over 15 years of experience. He specializes in providing basic accounting services, business tax services, and financial planning to family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs and startups. Additionally, he offers sales tax compliance and general accounting and advisory services to help businesses navigate complex financial regulations.
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Stephen R. Palisi-Reynolds
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Prairie Lea, Texas 78661
Based in Prairie Lea, Texas, Stephen R. Palisi-Reynolds has over 15 years of experience as a certified public accountant, serving individuals and families as well as small businesses and various corporate structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. He provides general accounting and advisory services, focusing on tax compliance and basic accounting needs, such as tax return preparation for both individuals and businesses, and general bookkeeping and financial record-keeping. Palisi-Reynolds' expertise spans multiple industries and business types, making him a versatile resource for clients seeking comprehensive financial guidance.
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Rita A. Karachun
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Prairie Lea, Texas 78661
Rita A. Karachun is a certified public accountant with over 10 years of experience in Prairie Lea, Texas. She provides general accounting and advisory services, including payroll processing and compliance, to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as entrepreneurs and startups. Karachun specializes in basic accounting services, such as financial statement preparation and budgeting, as well as individual tax services.
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Stanley J. Morin
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Prairie Lea, Texas 78661
Based in Prairie Lea, Texas, Stanley J. Morin is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience. He specializes in providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as individuals and families. In addition to tax return preparation, Morin's services include payroll processing and compliance, ensuring businesses meet their tax obligations.
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Ennis M. Mittman
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Prairie Lea, Texas 78661
Based in Prairie Lea, Texas, Ennis M. Mittman is a Certified Public Accountant with over 15 years of experience providing expert accounting and tax services. His specialization lies in offering basic accounting services, navigating complex business tax structures, and ensuring tax compliance for various business entities, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Mittman's services encompass general accounting and advisory, as well as individual and business tax return preparation, catering to the needs of small and medium-sized businesses across diverse industries.
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Frances M. Spilman
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Prairie Lea, Texas 78661
Based in Prairie Lea, Texas, Frances M. Spilman is a certified public accountant with over 10 years of experience in the field. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, business tax services, and small business accounting, allowing her to cater to a diverse range of clients. She provides tax reporting for retirement accounts, as well as payroll processing and compliance services, helping individuals and families, as well as businesses, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, navigate complex financial regulations.
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Michael Ustupski
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Prairie Lea, Texas 78661
Michael Ustupski is a licensed CPA based in Prairie Lea, Texas, with over 10 years of experience providing accounting and tax services to a diverse range of clients. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, tax compliance, and small business accounting, catering to the needs of various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Ustupski also offers IRS representation and tax planning and consulting services, helping entrepreneurs and startups navigate complex tax landscapes and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
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Donna M. Stango
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Prairie Lea, Texas 78661
Donna M. Stango is a certified public accountant based in Prairie Lea, Texas, with over 15 years of experience in serving entrepreneurs and startups, as well as various business structures including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Her specialization lies in providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and financial planning to help clients achieve their financial goals. Specializing in tax planning and consulting, payroll processing and compliance, Donna Stango offers personalized guidance in navigating complex financial regulations and ensuring compliance with tax laws.
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Richard M. Widdows
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Prairie Lea, Texas 78661
Richard M. Widdows, a certified public accountant based in Prairie Lea, Texas, has been providing accounting and financial guidance to entrepreneurs and family-owned enterprises since 2008. With a focus on small business accounting and financial planning, Widdows helps clients navigate complex tax laws and regulatory requirements. His services include retirement account tax reporting and tax planning and consulting, catering to the unique needs of his clients in various industries, such as entrepreneurs and startups.

Texas's massive CPA market serves the nation's second-largest state with no income tax and extraordinarily diverse economy. The Texas State Board of Public Accountancy requires 150 semester hours for licensure. CPAs must complete 120 hours of continuing professional education every three years, including 4 hours of ethics and minimum technical requirements.

Key Tax Considerations: Texas has no state income tax and no corporate income tax, creating significant advantages for businesses and individuals. CPAs focus on federal tax compliance, sales and use tax, franchise tax (margin tax on gross receipts), and property tax (higher than many states to offset lack of income tax). The favorable tax climate attracts businesses from across the nation, creating opportunities in entity formation, business relocation advisory, and preserving tax advantages through residency planning. Multi-state taxation expertise is valuable as major companies maintain operations both in Texas and other states.

Industry Specializations: Energy (oil, gas, renewables), technology and software (Austin, Dallas), healthcare systems, real estate and construction, manufacturing, financial services, agriculture, logistics and distribution, aerospace, and hospitality are primary focus areas. Houston CPAs often specialize in energy industry accounting, Austin focuses on technology startups and venture capital, Dallas serves corporate headquarters and financial services, and San Antonio emphasizes military contracting and healthcare. The state's size and economic diversity create virtually every type of accounting opportunity imaginable.

For CPA Professionals: The Texas Society of CPAs serves one of the nation's largest professional communities across a vast state. Major markets include Houston (energy, healthcare, international trade), Dallas-Fort Worth (corporate headquarters, finance, technology), Austin (technology, government, startups), San Antonio (military, healthcare, tourism), and numerous secondary markets. Competition is strong in major metros but the continued population and business influx creates expanding opportunities. No income tax benefits practitioners as well as clients, and the diverse economy provides stable demand across business cycles. Lower cost of living than many states (especially compared to coastal markets) offers quality of life advantages, though major cities are becoming more expensive with growth.