Put Our Experience
to Work for You
A Personalized Approach to Small Business & Individual Tax Planning & Preparation
About Hamilton & Associates CPAs
This firm is built on a belief in personalized service, and concern for our client’s best interests. We take the time to get to know our clients, and have the experience to understand the challenges they face. Our experience and investment in continuing education get results for our business and individual clients. The benefits of working with us include:
Proactive Tax Analysis and Planning
- Comprehensive approach that incorporates all aspects of personal savings and wealth
- Understanding of tax implications for current and future plans
- Increased tax savings
- Proactive recommendations on how to identify and manage risks
- Confidence that you are in legal compliance and avoiding potential penalties
Recommendations for Improved Financial Reporting
- Accurate financial data to make sound decisions
- Ongoing support to help better utilize accounting systems/software
Professionally credible, objective 3rd party when dealing with Lenders, Boards of Directors, IRS and State Tax issues, etc.
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Our Services
We offer a wide range of services to business and individual clients. The following is a representative (though not all inclusive) listing of services provided:
Tax Planning and Preparation
- Individuals
- Corporations
- Partnerships
- LLCs/LLPs
- Estates, Trusts & Gifts
- Not-for-Profit Organizations
- IRS/Department of Revenue Representation
Advisory Services
- Entity Selection
- Purchase
- Merger & Acquisition Analysis
- Financial/Retirement Decisions
- Estate, Trust & Gift Planning
Accounting Services
- Bookkeeping
- Payroll Services
- Reviews/Compilations
- Business/Personal Financial Statements
- Accounting System Set Up
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Our Team
With over 10 years in public accounting, Michael has a wide array of experience working with high net worth individuals, privately held pass-through entities, trusts & estates, and gift taxes. He assists clients with income tax planning and compliance, complex business transactions from merger/acquisitions to generational gift transfers, as well as conflict resolution with state and federal taxing authorities. Michael is a graduate of East Carolina University, and North Carolina native. He is a member of the NC Association of CPA’s. Outside the office Michael enjoys time with his wife and two sons.
Lois has over 25 years of experience in public accounting, and enjoys the challenges of the constantly changing tax laws and working with clients. She founded this company in 2009 with the belief that there is a need for CPA firms that work with individuals and small businesses that are sometimes overlooked by large regional firms. The goal is to provide personalized service focused on each client’s unique situation. Lois is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants (NCACPA). Originally from Pennsylvania, Lois has lived in across North Carolina. Lois has a BA degree from Duquesne University and a MA from Bowling Green State University. She enjoys reading, traveling and spending time with her family including 4 grandchildren.
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Contact Us
Hamilton & Associates CPAs
Certified Public Accountants
8354 Six Forks Road Suite 204, Raleigh NC 27615, 919.882.7800, Email

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Partnering
We are always looking for the right individuals to help our clients and our firm succeed. In addition, we believe in the strength of collaborative efforts between organizations in support of our clients. If you think there may be a way that we can work together, please contact us using the form above.