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Brian Newman CPA, PLLC, Washington, MI (2026)

CPA + accounting professor with the heart of an educator. Brian Newman CPA, PLLC is a Washington Township CPA practice focused on small business tax preparation, proactive tax planning, and year-round tax consulting. I have prepared tax returns since 2005 and have been a licensed Michigan CPA since 2007. Before becoming a Professor of Accounting and Finance at Macomb Community College, I spent nine years working in public accounting. I work primarily with small business owners, including S corporations, partnerships, sole proprietors, and closely held businesses. My goal is not simply to prepare an accurate tax return, but to help clients understand the tax consequences of their decisions and identify planning opportunities before year-end. When you work with me, you work directly with me throughout the engagement. I take the time to understand your business, explain the reasoning behind recommendations, and help you make informed tax decisions throughout the year. Meetings are available virtually or by appointment. Current starting fees: Individual tax returns $650; Schedule C returns $1,200; business returns $2,400. New-client consultations are $250, paid in advance and credited toward the first-year tax preparation fee if we move forward with an engagement. New stand-alone individual income tax return engagements are generally limited to business owners and clients seeking a broader tax preparation or planning relationship.

10/19/2026

𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐚 𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞.

It's funny how life has a way of bringing people back together.

A connection that dates back to college found Emily Ford and me crossing paths again nearly 20 years later. What followed was a professional relationship built on trust, and last November, Emily took the time to publicly share her experience working with me, a gesture that truly meant a great deal.

While I'm certainly proud of the tax savings and results we've achieved together, what made this recommendation so special wasn't the dollar amount. It was the sincerity behind her words and the confidence she placed in me.

As a small business owner, there's something incredibly rewarding about knowing that the work you do has made a meaningful difference in someone's life.

Emily, thank you for your thoughtful words, your continued trust, and for taking the time to share your experience. It's moments like these that remind me why I love what I do.

Over the next couple of weeks, I'll be welcoming a limited number of new small business owners and real estate investors into my practice. If you or someone you know is looking for a CPA who takes a proactive approach to tax planning and values building lasting client relationships, I'd welcome the opportunity to connect.

And one small favor — if you could give this post a "like" and a "share it" with your network, I'd sincerely appreciate your support in helping my small business reach others who may benefit from my services.

Thank you! 😊
www.bnewmancpa.com

10/05/2026

Looking for a CPA who works with you throughout the year — not just at tax time?

I’m Brian Newman, a Washington Township CPA with more than 20 years of tax preparation experience. In addition to operating my CPA practice, I’m also a Professor of Accounting & Finance at Macomb Community College.

My practice focuses primarily on small business owners and real estate investors including S corporations, partnerships, sole proprietors, and closely held businesses.

I help clients with:
• Small business tax preparation
• Proactive tax planning
• Business entity selection
• IRS and Michigan tax notices
• Year-round tax questions and planning

When you work with me, you work directly with me. Your tax return isn’t passed through layers of staff, and my job doesn’t end when the return is filed.

I believe clients should understand the why behind their tax situation. My goal is to help you make informed decisions throughout the year, identify planning opportunities before it’s too late, and avoid surprises when tax season arrives.

That approach seems to resonate with clients:
⭐ 𝟓.𝟎 𝐨𝐧 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝟖𝟓+ 𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰𝐬

I’m currently accepting a limited number of new small business clients and business owners looking for a broader tax preparation and planning relationship.

If you think we might be a good fit, feel free to reach out.
Brian Newman, CPA
📞 (586) 991-1510
🌐 bnewmancpa.com
𝐂𝐏𝐀. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐫. 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫. 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐓𝐚𝐱 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫.

06/01/2026

Summer Hours + Important Michigan Tax Notice Information

Hi There!

With the school year ending on June 4, I will be moving to a reduced summer schedule. Summer is my opportunity to recharge, spend time with family, and enjoy a season that always seems to pass far too quickly. This year, my family is especially excited as we prepare to close on a Lakehouse where we hope to make memories for years to come. During tax season, my 8-year-old son pointed out that I was "always working", so I made a promise to spend more time with him this Summer. As any parent knows, those words tend to stick with you. It was a good reminder that while the work will always be there, childhood does not last forever.

As a result of my promise, I plan to be more intentional on our time together this Summer where we’ll be operating without a Nanny for the first time ever. Please don't panic if you don't hear back from me immediately. I will continue to check in on a weekly basis to monitor emails, and return phone calls. I don’t anticipate getting much work complete until school resumes in the Fall. I have 2 outstanding business returns (due 9/15) and a handful of 1040s (due 10/15). There’s nothing deemed to be urgent and I’ll get the worked completed before the deadline. I appreciate your patience and understanding.

Perhaps the biggest nuisance of the past 2 months has been the State of Michigan and their transition to a new online system. I’ve reviewed no less than 22 State of Michigan tax notices that have each had inaccuracies often times indicating a balance due when there shouldn’t have been one. The summary of noted issue is as follows:

1. Larger than expected refunds because the State’s system removed penalties + interest as calculated on the submitted tax return. Then the State comes back and informs you of a balance due where they assess penalties + interest,
2. Any estimated payments made by you weren’t credited to your account, so you’re showing a balance owed (including penalties + interest), and
3. Any balance due paid by 4/15 wasn’t credited to your account, so you’re showing a balance owed (including penalties + interest).

If you receive a balance due notice from the State of Michigan, please do not immediately assume that you owe the amount shown. Instead, upload a copy of the notice to me for review to the portal. In many cases, the issue can be resolved by verifying that all payments were made and giving the State a call. Even if you determine that all payments were made, please don’t ignore these notices. You were issued a notice; therefore, appear in their collections system. Ignoring the notice can lead to a lien or garnishment. This is a widespread issue.

https://micpa.org/community/stay-informed/news/article/2026/04/23/michigan-treasury-responds-to-notice-errors--advises-on-refund-checks

Please understand that despite the State of Michigan indicating that they discontinued sending out erroneous notices, these are still being received as of a week ago.

For now, I'm looking forward to spending some well-earned time with my family, making a few Summer memories, and recharging before another busy academic year and tax season. I appreciate your patience and understanding, and I wish you and your family a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable summer.

04/15/2026

Tax Season number 22 in the books!

While my Mother wouldn't approve of this, there were choice words said often during this tax season. This was one of the more difficult tax seasons of record where everyone believes that they're a 'Tax Expert'. Some common issues faced:

1) Yes, you must have a profit motive for your business. Losing $65,000 doesn't demonstrate a profit motive to me no matter what you think.

2) AI says alot of things which doesn't necessarily mean it is accurate. Look if you want to believe AI over a CPA, that's on you. Have AI prepare your tax return and leave me alone.

3) Publicly Traded Partnerships (PTPs) will issue K1s after your taxes are filed and yes, there will be a fee tacked on to correct the originally filed return.

4) Nothing screams "Come and audit me" more than telling me that you have $20,000 in expenses and 10,000 miles driven.

5) You get what you pay for when it comes to tax preparation and financial advice. Your "tax guy" and financial adviser told you that you were a "qualifying surviving spouse" and the IRS disagrees. The IRS is accurate and you owe $15,000 in tax + penalties/ interest. What more can I say that your "tax guy" and financial adviser are both morons.

6) Folks dispensing tax advice that have no business doing so: 1) Financial advisers, 2) your hair dresser (my hair dressers are lovely and they don't dispense tax advice), 3) the guy charging $200 to do taxes (seriously...these folks aren't qualified and have no business doing taxes), and 4) TikTok. If you take tax advice from any of the above...🤣🤣🤣.

7) Despite what you've read on the internet, Social Security is still taxable. I don't really care what you 'think' or 'believe'...it is still taxable. Go ahead and get your second opinion. Better yet, just have them prepare your taxes. 🤣.

Lots of pent up sarcasm this time of year and if you were offended along the way, I apologize...maybe. I'm overdue for breakfast/coffee/lunch/beers with many. Let's be sure to get that scheduled!

On a more positive note, it was another growth year and I've met some great folks along the way. Lots of positive impact in helping folks overcome the fear of being self employed and being afraid of tax time. By the time we've gone through one year together, taxation should be a lot simpler than the prior year. There are many positive stories this year, none better than reviewing a couple's tax return to find out they were taxed on the sale of their primary residence. A few questions later and this ended up being a nice little refund.

Most important of all! I must acknowledge my family for putting up with me during tax season. Sarah takes on the stress of managing the household as a single parent and rightfully refers to herself as a 'tax season widow'. Then poor Seb has no idea what I do all day in the office, but there sure are alot of papers for him to shred. Little does he know...he's a tax deduction 😉.

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Washington, MI

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 2pm
Wednesday	9am - 3pm
Friday	9am - 2pm

Telephone

+15869911510

Website

https://bnewmancpa.com/

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