About Holly
With nearly two decades of experience in tax preparation and accounting, Holly Pett joined Hawkins Ash CPAs in 2018 when the Firm made an acquisition.
She is our Firm’s newest Executive Committee member. Also, she leads the Mequon office as Partner-in-Charge. As the Partner-in-charge in the Firm’s Mequon, WI, office, she specializes in reviewing tax returns and assisting with staff training.
“Each client has a unique tax situation which provides a variety of work and continuous opportunities to learn.”
Holly Pett, CPA, EA
Areas of Focus
Reviewing Tax Returns
Staff Training
Education
Bachelor of Science, Accounting, Carroll University
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Enrolled Agent (EA)
Professional Associations
Wisconsin Institute of CPAs, Federal Tax Committee Member
Community Organizations
Brown Deer Farmers Market, Volunteer Committee Member
Spooky Sussex Festival, Volunteer Committee Member
Recent Posts by Holly
Reconsidering Your Personal Emergency Fund
Back in 2020 when the COVID-19 pandemic first hit, many people’s emergency funds were suddenly put to the test —
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Do You Qualify for the QBI Deduction? And Can You Do Anything by Year-End to Help Qualify?
If you own a business, you may wonder if you’re eligible to take the qualified business income (QBI) deduction. Sometimes
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Businesses: Act Now to Make the Most Out of Bonus Depreciation
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) significantly boosted the potential value of bonus depreciation for taxpayers — but only
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Hiring? You May Be Eligible for a Valuable Credit
Are you a business owner who needs to hire? Be aware that a law enacted at the end of 2020
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3 Financial Lessons of the Pandemic
The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020 disrupted the personal finances of many families who were negatively affected
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M&A Transactions: Be Careful When Reporting to the IRS
Low interest rates and other factors have caused global merger and acquisition (M&A) activity to reach new highs in 2021,
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Want to Find Out What IRS Auditors Know About Your Business Industry?
In order to prepare for a business audit, an IRS examiner generally does research about the specific industry and issues
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Compiling a Marital Balance Sheet in Divorce
Divorce is difficult for almost everyone. Being organized can help facilitate the process. A financial expert can help you with
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Who in a Small Business Can Be Hit With the “Trust Fund Recovery Penalty?”
There’s a harsh tax penalty that you could be at risk for paying personally if you own or manage a
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