Mike Raitt, CPA

Mike Raitt, CPA Since 1985, Mike Raitt, CPA has been providing quality, personalized financial guidance to local ind

Mike Raitt, CPA provides a wide range of services to individuals and businesses in a variety of industries. At Mike Raitt, CPA, we strive to meet each client's specific needs in planning for the future and achieving their goals in an ever-changing financial and regulatory environment. Our professional services include:

Tax Management Services
Estate and Trust Planning and Tax Preparation
Bookkeep

ing/Write-up
QuickBooks Accounting Help and Assistance
Employee Benefits, Pension, and Profit-Sharing Plans
Financial Projections and Forecasts
Accounting Services
Financial and Retirement Planning
Entity Selection and Restructuring
Payroll Services
Cash Flow and Budgeting Analysis
Tax Management Services



At Mike Raitt, CPA, we guide our clients through a full range of tax planning and preparation decisions with strategies that minimize your tax liabilities. Our expertise, experience, analysis and thorough research allow us to optimize financial opportunities to be found in existing as well as recently altered tax laws. Request information about Tax Management Services below
Accounting Services



From start-ups to established enterprises, businesses rely on accurate and insightful financial information in order to maintain profitability and capitalize on new opportunities. Mike Raitt, CPA accounting services steer you closer to these goals with accurate record-keeping and reporting as well as support on financial issues such as initial accounting system setup, cost-containment, tax planning, investments, and employee benefit and profit-sharing plans. These services include but are not limited to:

General ledger and financial statement preparation
Bookkeeping (Monthly, quarterly, or annual)
Accounting system setup and support
Payroll processing
Cash flow budgeting and forecasting
Personal financial statements
Employee benefit and profit-sharing plans
Corporate tax planning and return preparation
Litigation support
Request information about Accounting Services below
Estate and Trust Planning and Tax Preparation

Effective estate and trust planning can ensure financial security for loved ones. For businesses, it can maintain a smooth succession of ownership. Mike Raitt, CPA's role is to help you navigate the complex and shifting tax laws to facilitate the transfer of assets and minimize the tax liability of your beneficiaries. Everyone should have a well-thought-out plan as to how to distribute the assets left in one's estate so as to avoid complications and to be sure that the individual’s wishes are followed. Having your taxes and estate thoroughly and carefully planned will ensure that your loved ones don't have any complications to deal with during a time of loss. Request information about Estate and Trust Planning and Tax Preparation below
Financial and Retirement Planning




Mike Raitt, CPA's goal is to help you reach your financial goals and maintain financial independence through a comfortable retirement. We can guide you through tough decision-making processes such as asset allocation, investment performance monitoring, college education funding, retirement plans, insurance, and tax, estate, and business succession planning. Whether you are developing an investment strategy or evaluating current investments, Mike Raitt, CPA can ensure that your portfolio will take into account tax implications for an advantageous after-tax return. The road to retirement is a long one and we can help you to take the proper steps to reach your goals. Request information about Financial and Retirement Planning below
Bookkeeping/Write-up



Accurate record-keeping is essential to a successful business yet can also be complicated and time consuming. Mike Raitt, CPA can help you with the organization and day-to-day tasks of bookkeeping so that you can focus on your core business. Request information about Bookkeeping/Write-up below
Entity Selection and Restructuring



Your business entity has a large impact on your taxes and other liabilities. From your company's inception through its growth and development, Mike Raitt, CPA can advise you on choosing an entity type and later restructuring if advantageous. With our knowledge and expertise, you will always be receiving the most advantageous entity type for the functions your business performs. Request information about Entity Selection and Restructuring below
QuickBooks Accounting Help and Assistance



QuickBooks can provide useful and timely information in the form of financial statements, reports and graphs. However, it can only provide this information if you purchase the right product and then install, setup and use it properly. We don't just help you use the software, we help you use it more efficiently and more effectively. Mike Raitt, CPA offers the following solutions to help meet your QuickBooks needs:

Personal Training

We train you personally! Either one-on-one or several individuals within your organization at your company's location. Installation

We install QuickBooks on your stand alone computer or in a network environment, in either single- or multi-user mode. Setup

We assist new QuickBooks users with initial setup including: EasyStep Interview, Preferences, Lists, Customers, Vendors, Employees, Banking and Reports. We also help experienced users manage their businesses more effectively by improving their current setup. Many users experience problems and lack the ability to generate and track important information as a result of inadequate setup. Support

Our QuickBooks support service can assist you with any installation, setup or operation assistance you might need. In addition, our support is not limited just to the software part of it, but we can also provide accounting and payroll assistance. Review

Our QuickBooks review service helps companies that have the human resources to perform daily accounting and payroll tasks, but need an accounting and payroll expert to review your transactions, accounts and reports. This review ensures that you receive timely, relevant and reliable financial information. We also inform you of any corrections, adjustments or reclassifications necessary to ensure that the financial information you receive reflects the correct financial condition of your business. Reviews may be conducted at any time, but monthly reviews provide you with up-to-date information and feedback about your business. Request information about QuickBooks Accounting Help and Assistance below
Payroll Services



Mike Raitt, CPA's payroll services can help you reduce the time spent on administration through developing and implementing a computerized payroll system that will facilitate processing, timely payment and preparation of tax returns. Request information about Payroll Services below
Employee Benefits, Pension, and Profit-Sharing Plans



Choosing and administering benefit plans for your employees is often a complex process. Mike Raitt, CPA can help you develop, implement, and administer your benefit, retirement, and profit-sharing plans with an eye toward maximizing tax advantages. Request information about Employee Benefits, Pension, and Profit-Sharing Plans below
Cash Flow and Budgeting Analysis



Good cash management can improve a company's liquidity, reduce costs, and increase profitability. Mike Raitt, CPA can help you maintain optimal cash flow levels by tracking sources and uses, forecasting, and budgeting accordingly. Request information about Cash Flow and Budgeting Analysis below
Financial Projections and Forecasts



No one can predict the future perfectly, but we can all benefit from planning for it. Mike Raitt, CPA combines expertise and experience with a gained understanding of your business to produce financial projections that can help you manage your business plan and spending. Depending on your needs, our work can range from top-level reports to detailed financial models. Request information about Financial Projections and Forecasts below

Scholarship awards can provide significant financial relief to families of college-bound students. Most, but not all, of...
08/28/2026

Scholarship awards can provide significant financial relief to families of college-bound students. Most, but not all, of the awards are tax-free. To qualify for tax-free status, scholarships must meet three criteria: 1) The student must be a degree candidate at an eligible educational institution, 2) the award must be used to pay for tuition and fees, books, and certain supplies (not room and board or travel), and 3) the award can’t represent wages for teaching or research. Many graduate student awards have employment compensation components, so they may be taxable. Also, taxable scholarship money could potentially be subject to the “kiddie” tax. Contact us at (972) 964-5100 for more information.

One of the easiest ways to reduce the size of your taxable estate is to take advantage of your gift tax annual exclusion...
08/26/2026

One of the easiest ways to reduce the size of your taxable estate is to take advantage of your gift tax annual exclusion. For 2026, you can transfer up to $19,000 per recipient gift-tax-free. And you can double the exclusion to $38,000 per recipient if you split the gifts with your spouse. But it’s critical to understand the rules of gift-splitting to avoid unintended tax consequences. To elect to split gifts, the spouse making the gift must file a gift tax return, and the other spouse must consent by checking a box on the return and signing it. Contact us at (972) 964-5100 for additional details.

Applying for a business loan can feel like a catch-22. On one side of the desk is the risk-averse lender, who’s willing ...
08/25/2026

Applying for a business loan can feel like a catch-22. On one side of the desk is the risk-averse lender, who’s willing to loan money only to successful business owners. On the other side is the business owner, who needs the funds to grow and be successful! To avoid this paradox, approach a loan as a partnership rather than a provider-customer interaction. After all, if you were going into business with someone, you’d want to clearly understand their vision for the venture. Contact us at (972) 964-5100 for help effectively presenting your business plan and financials to prospective lenders.

Donating artwork, antiques, collectibles or other tangible personal property that has appreciated in value can produce v...
08/24/2026

Donating artwork, antiques, collectibles or other tangible personal property that has appreciated in value can produce very different tax results depending on the charity’s use of the item. If the use directly supports the organization’s mission — such as an antique donated to a museum for its collection — you may be able to deduct fair market value. But if the item will be used for another purpose, such as being sold at a fundraising auction, your deduction may be limited to what you originally paid for it. Contact us at (972) 964-5100 before making a donation to discuss your potential deduction and the applicable substantiation requirements.

The IRS has increased the 2026 cents-per-mile rates for calculating tax-deductible vehicle operating costs due to rising...
08/21/2026

The IRS has increased the 2026 cents-per-mile rates for calculating tax-deductible vehicle operating costs due to rising fuel costs. Effective July 1, 2026, the standard mileage rate for the business use of a car, van, pickup truck or panel truck is 76 cents per mile, up from 72.5 cents per mile for the first half of the year. The revised rate for medical and eligible moving purposes is 23.5 cents per mile, up from 20.5 cents per mile. For charitable driving, the 14 cents per mile rate remains unchanged. These rates apply to gasoline- and diesel-powered vehicles as well as electric and hybrid ones. To protect your deduction, keep detailed mileage records. Call us at (972) 964-5100 with questions.

Monthly financial statements are essential. But they often take weeks to prepare and may arrive after you’ve already mad...
08/19/2026

Monthly financial statements are essential. But they often take weeks to prepare and may arrive after you’ve already made critical business decisions. Flash reports can help bridge that gap by providing real-time snapshots of critical metrics — such as cash balances, collections and payroll. These reports provide timely insight into financial performance, allowing you to identify emerging issues before they become major problems. Because flash reports are preliminary, you should use them as management tools, not formal financial statements. Call us at (972) 964-5100 to discuss how customized flash reports can help your business make faster, more informed financial decisions.

Tax law changes have created new planning opportunities for 2026. A review of your expected income and expenses for the ...
08/18/2026

Tax law changes have created new planning opportunities for 2026. A review of your expected income and expenses for the year, along with any significant life changes, may uncover strategies to reduce your taxes. Start the conversation before year-end for more time to take tax-saving steps. And if you extended your 2025 return, we can help you file before the Oct. 15 deadline. Call us at (972) 964-5100 to schedule an appointment.

Running a successful business requires more than keeping up with the day-to-day. It also requires taking time to evaluat...
08/17/2026

Running a successful business requires more than keeping up with the day-to-day. It also requires taking time to evaluate your financial position, identify opportunities and plan for what’s ahead. Whether you need assistance with accounting, bookkeeping, tax planning or strategic business advice, we can help you gain clarity. Our team provides practical guidance tailored to your specific needs, so you can focus on running and growing your business. Contact us at (972) 964-5100 to learn more.

It’s easy to focus on the excitement of a big win. But before you spend lottery, gambling or other winnings, be sure you...
08/14/2026

It’s easy to focus on the excitement of a big win. But before you spend lottery, gambling or other winnings, be sure you understand the tax impact. Federal tax law generally treats such winnings as taxable income. Knowing the basic rules can help you avoid surprises when you file your 2026 return next year. For example, if you win more than $5,000, generally the payer (lottery agency, casino, etc.) will withhold 24% for federal tax purposes — which may or may not be enough to cover your tax liability — and send you and the IRS a Form W-2G showing the winnings paid and tax withheld. There also might be state tax consequences. Call us at (972) 964-5100 to learn more.

If you were born in 1960 or later, you can start taking “full” Social Security benefits when you turn age 67. But should...
08/12/2026

If you were born in 1960 or later, you can start taking “full” Social Security benefits when you turn age 67. But should you? It may depend on your health, retirement income and other factors. If possible, try to delay taking benefits until you’re age 70, when you’ll receive larger monthly payments. In fact, benefits increase by 8% each year you delay taking them! For more about Social Security and funding your retirement, call us at (972) 964-5100.

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