Trout CPA

04/07/2025

Please join us in welcoming Dan Surma to Trout CPA! Dan brings over 15 years of experience serving the non-profit community in management roles such as Vice President of Finance, Outsourced CFO, and Controller. We are thrilled to have him use his expertise to help our Outsourced Accounting clients grow! 👏

04/07/2025

Curious about how upcoming tax policy changes could impact real estate? This article breaks down the potential implications and what they could mean for your financial strategy. 💡

Read more here: https://bit.ly/42rEDOZ

Learn about the key aspects of Trump’s proposed tax policies and what they could mean for real estate investors in the future.

04/07/2025

Congratulations to Michael Carr on earning the Certified Tax Representation Consultant (CTRC) designation! 🎉 As Director of Tax Resolution Services, Michael leads a team dedicated to helping clients resolve tax notices, navigate IRS audits, and ensure they only pay what’s owed. This achievement highlights his expertise and commitment to serving our clients with excellence. 👏

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04/07/2025

Our team's pets are part of the Trout CPA family too! Last Thursday was Doggie (or other pet) Date Night, and we shared photos of us spending time with our pets. Check out this collage of our beloved companions. 🐾

04/07/2025

PA Annual Report postcards are hitting mailboxes! 📬 Business owners, keep an eye out and don’t forget to file on time to stay compliant.

04/07/2025

📢 IMPORTANT REMINDER - When making your Q1 estimate payments electronically, it is important to make sure all payments are made under the social security number listed for the Primary Taxpayer on Form 1040.

09/16/2024

****Missed out on last year's tax refund?

At TroutCpa We can help! Our expert CPAs will guide you through the process of filing for your prior year tax refund.

Don't leave money on the table - contact us to schedule a consultation today!

Send us a Direct Message to get Started! ***

07/27/2024

Driving Change, One Swing at a Time! ⛳✨
Trout CPA was thrilled to sponsor the Mid Penn Bank Celebrity Golf Classic, with proceeds funding vital research through the Pennsylvania Breast Cancer Coalition and The Basser Center for BRCA at Penn Medicine.

Pictured from left: Kurt Gehman (McConkey Insurance & Benefits), Justin Manning (Mid Penn Bank), Sean Post (Trout CPA), Chris Hartman (Trout CPA)

07/27/2024

🏘️ As a real estate investor, maximizing your investment returns while effectively managing tax liabilities can free up cash, and “cash is king” in the current credit market. One strategy that can offer financial and tax advantages is installment sales, often coupled with seller financing. In this article, Tax Partner Randall Weaver, CPA, provides an introduction to these concepts and covers the following topics:
- What are Installment Sales?
- Key Benefits for Real Estate Investors
- How Does Seller Financing Work?
- Potential Risks and Considerations

Read Here: https://bit.ly/3SbmT4D

This article is an introduction to installment sales and seller financing, highlighting how these methods can benefit your real estate ventures. Read now.

07/27/2024

Our interns had a behind-the-scenes look at Greystone Manor Therapeutic Riding Center! This non-profit has been making a difference since 1981, offering equine-assisted activities to children and adults with special needs. 🐎

07/27/2024

Last week, we marked the conclusion of our intern training with a fun and competitive twist: Tax vs. Assurance! Our Talent Development Managers, Craig Neff and Kelly Deihm led the teams in an exciting challenge at Escape Room Lancaster. Kudos to the Assurance team for emerging victorious! Everyone was a winner, though, as we celebrated with a team lunch afterward.

07/27/2024

Did you know that Cost segregation Studies can enhance your real estate cash flow by accelerating depreciation deductions? Geoffrey Kaufman, CPA, MBA, covers the best timing, ideal candidates, and the process for Cost Segregation Studies in Trout CPA's latest blog post. Read here: https://bit.ly/3xg4ADY

We will delve into cost segregation studies and explore why property owners should consider incorporating them into their financial planning. Read now.