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We offer a range of tax services, including individual tax preparation, business tax preparation and state tax compliance.

Inheritance Planning Services

Personalized Inheritance Planning with Watter CPA: Your Trusted Partner in Securing Your Legacy

At Watter CPA, we understand that inheritance planning is a deeply personal and significant aspect of managing your financial future. As a small, local firm with deep roots in the Maryland and DC area, we have built our reputation on providing personalized, attentive service to our clients. While our heart is local, our expertise spans nationwide, proudly serving clients from New York to California and everywhere in between. We are dedicated to offering the same high level of care and expertise regardless of your location, ensuring that your inheritance planning is handled with the utmost precision and sensitivity.

Why Inheritance Planning Matters

Inheritance planning is not just about distributing your assets; it’s about securing your legacy, protecting your loved ones, and ensuring that your wishes are honored. Proper planning can help minimize estate taxes, avoid probate, and provide clear instructions for your beneficiaries. It’s an essential part of comprehensive financial planning that can give you peace of mind and clarity about the future.

Our Personalized Approach

At Watter CPA, we pride ourselves on our personalized approach. We take the time to get to know you, your family and your unique financial situation. Our small firm environment allows us to offer a level of personal attention that larger firms often cannot. When you work with us, you can expect:

  • Individualized Consultations: We start with a detailed consultation to understand your goals and concerns. Whether you want to provide for your children’s education, support a charitable cause or ensure your business continues to thrive, we tailor our advice to your specific needs.
  • Comprehensive Financial Review: We conduct a thorough review of your financial situation, including your assets, liabilities, insurance policies and existing estate plans. This helps us identify opportunities and potential issues that may affect your inheritance plan.
  • Tailored Inheritance Strategies: Based on our analysis, we develop customized strategies to meet your objectives. This might include wills, trusts, life insurance policies or other financial instruments designed to protect your estate and minimize tax liabilities.

Expertise in Estate and Tax Laws

Inheritance planning involves navigating complex estate and tax laws. Our team of experienced CPAs stays up-to-date with the latest changes in federal and state regulations to ensure that your plan complies with all legal requirements and takes advantage of available benefits. We have extensive experience in:

  • Estate Tax Planning: We help you understand the impact of federal and state estate taxes on your inheritance. By employing strategies such as gifting, charitable donations and trusts, we can help reduce the taxable value of your estate.
  • Trust Formation and Management: Trusts can be a powerful tool for managing your estate. We assist in the creation and management of various types of trusts, including revocable living trusts, irrevocable trusts and special needs trusts, to meet your specific needs.
  • Probate Avoidance: Probate can be a lengthy and costly process. We provide guidance on how to structure your estate to avoid probate, ensuring a smoother and faster transfer of assets to your beneficiaries.

Serving Maryland, DC, and Beyond

While we are proud to serve our local community in Maryland and DC, we also have a strong presence nationwide. Our clients appreciate the convenience of working with a firm that offers both in-person consultations for local clients and virtual meetings for those across the country. This flexibility allows us to maintain close relationships with our clients, regardless of their location. Whether you prefer to drop off documents in person or manage everything online, Watter CPA is here to accommodate your needs.

Our Commitment to Excellence

At Watter CPA, we are committed to providing exceptional service and expert advice. Our team is dedicated to continuous professional development, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of the accounting and financial planning industry. Our clients trust us because we combine technical expertise with genuine care for their financial well-being.

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Inheritance planning is a crucial step in securing your financial legacy. Whether you are just beginning to think about your estate or need to update an existing plan, Watter CPA is here to help. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward peace of mind for you and your loved ones.

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I’ve been working with Ken and his team for the last twenty five years and they always do such a nice job on our return preparation. The whole office is super committed and helpful. In dealing with the staff I’ve always seen such a high level of commitment from each of their personnel. We’ve used them for dozens of client returns and for complex non filers to catch them up on old returns as well.

– Jeffrey Katz
Chief Financial Officer, Katz Enterprises

Decades of experience with this company. Extremely knowledgeable, dedicated, prompt and personable.  Real winners.

– Margaret Mattson
Director of Operations, Mattson Holdings

I have been to several accountants, Ken and Alice are the best in service, knowledge, and giving me peace of mind... I highly recommend them!

– A C.
C & Co. Consulting

The team at Watter CPA has been instrumental in helping me navigate complex tax situations. Their attention to detail and knowledge of tax laws saved me significant money.

Jordan Lee
Los Angeles, USA

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Faq's

Frequently Asked Questions

At Watter CPA, we believe that understanding your needs is the first step toward providing exceptional service. Determining the specific service required involves a thorough review of your financial situation, which is only possible with proper documentation and accurate data. This approach helps us deliver tailored solutions that best meet your needs and compliance requirements.

Below, you will find answers to some of the most frequently asked general questions. If you have more specific inquiries or require additional information, please feel free to Contact Us.

General Questions

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What types of tax planning services do you offer?
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Do you electronically file my tax return or do I have to mail it in myself?
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Do you prepare out-of-state tax returns? 
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Can you help with Cryptocurrency, Blockchain, or NFTs?
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Can you file an extension for my tax return?
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What documents do I need to bring to do my taxes?
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Should I file my tax return as Married Filing Joint or Married Filing Separate?
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My child is in college. Can I still claim them on my tax return? 
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I received an inheritance. Do I have to report that on my tax return? 
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My elderly parents are not sure if they have filed taxes for the past few years. Can you help me find out? 
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My ex-spouse claimed our child erroneously on their tax return. What can I do? 
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