PRIVATE CLIENT SERVICES

Our goal is to minimize your taxes with customized tax strategies.

Services that protect and grow your wealth for the future.

Our experts work closely with you to assess your situation to provide tax and financial planning solutions that deliver maximum value and minimize tax exposure. Smith Schafer coordinates all aspects of your financial plan and individual tax strategy for comprehensive solutions that help you meet your goals. Our Private Client Services Department is experienced in estate, gift, trust tax planning and compliance, charitable giving, retirement, and financial planning.

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Income Tax Planning & Preparation for Complex Individuals

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Charitable Giving & Planning

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Estate Tax Advising, Reporting & Tax Return Preparation

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Gifting Strategies & Reporting

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Retirement Planning

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Succession Planning

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Trust Tax Planning & Tax Return Preparation

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Financial Planning

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Wealth Management

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YOUR FUTURE CAN BE MORE SECURE WITH OUR HELP.

Because we understand your individual tax situation and changing state and federal tax laws, we can help you determine appropriate immediate and long-term financial strategies. Our Private Client professionals can show you ways to plan for your future while reducing your current and future tax obligations. 

Protect your assets with help from Smith Schafer.

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Private Client Resources

401k Plan Audit: Fiduciary Responsibility

401k Plan Audit: Fiduciary Responsibility

Many business owners offer a 401k plan to their employees. It is a great way to help employees save for retirement, and it allows the owner to contribute to their account as well. It can also be an attractive benefit for hiring and retaining employees in the current market.

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5 Common Succession Planning Problems

5 Common Succession Planning Problems

Succession is inevitable in a business. When the time comes to start thinking about retiring and/or transferring ownership, it is essential to understand common issues related to the process.

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Why Clients Choose Us

“We have worked with Smith Schafer for over 45 years. They have been great to work with, from wonderful administrative support, tax staff, and CPAs. They have supported us for years with our financials and mergers/acquisitions. Always there to help!”

 - Washburn McReavy Funeral Chapels

“Our service is always exceptional and never have to second guess the answers.”

 - EnergyPrint, Inc.

“Smith Schafer has provided second to none service and value to my business and personal accounts for over 30 years. Their expertise and knowledge are unmatched by any other accounting firm I have encountered over all these years.”

“The relationship we have built over the years with the staff at Smith Schafer & Associates is one that can never be replaced. They are quick with helping us figure anything out, always willing to pick up the phone and walk us through any problem we are having. Also they are just all so friendly and kind!”

“I have worked with Jason Boynton for several years. He has consistently provided exceptional service and advice always delivered in a timely, pleasant manner.”

“Smith Schafer always makes everything go smoothly. They were recommended to us by our community bank. We have been using their services for many years for our small business and personal taxes. We always feel well taken care of and that we are receiving the best advice, direction, information and tax preparation."

- The Dog Perk Corporation

“Smith Schafer always provides great information for our business. They are thorough with our accounting and financial planning. We have leaned heavily on them with an interpretation of the PPP Loan and COVID-19 planning. They have been instrumental in our success and are always very knowledgeable and quick to respond to any of our questions."

“Smith Schafer has provided second to none service and value to my business and personal accounts for over 30 years. Their expertise and knowledge are unmatched by any other accounting firm I have encountered over all these years."

“The relationship we have built over the years with the staff at Smith Schafer is one that can never be replaced. They are quick with helping us figure anything out, always willing to pick up the phone and walk us through any problem we are having. Also they are just all so friendly and kind!"

“We love our CPA team at Smith Schafer. They have helped us navigate many personal and business decisions."

“Smith Schafer is very dedicated to their clients and always has their best interests in mind. They are very knowledgeable and thinking ahead to what the clients may be needing in the future. We would highly recommend Smith Schafer to our family and friends."

"Always fast, great service and questions answered. Love the people I work with at Smith Schafer. We've been there so long, it's like working with family."

- MotoProz, Inc.

"Smith Schafer is always responsive and in the know about what is important for me and my business. The team is responsive and professional with all my interactions. Very customer-focused."

- Custom Communication

"The people at Smith Schafer always take great care of me. They are so knowledgeable and provide great advice and support."

- Sound and Media Solutions, Inc.