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TKR Accountants and Advisors has joined the Crete Professionals Alliance, marking its expansion into the Washington, D.C. market and enhancing service offerings in real estate. The partnership provides TKR access to advanced resources and a nationwide network, leveraging its local expertise while maintaining established relationships. The move aims to offer improved services for TKR’s clients, particularly in the real estate sector. This alliance is also poised to benefit TKR’s operational capabilities as it adapts to a competitive landscape.
Washington, D.C. – TKR Accountants and Advisors (TKR) has joined Crete Professionals Alliance, a move that signifies its expansion into the Washington, D.C. market and enhances its service offerings, particularly in real estate. This strategic alliance comes as Crete Professionals Alliance is recognized as the fastest-growing accounting firm in the nation according to recent industry analyses.
The partnership with Crete Professionals Alliance provides TKR with access to expanded resources, cutting-edge technology, and a global service delivery model. These enhancements aim to improve the accuracy, efficiency, and value of services offered to clients, especially within TKR’s existing real estate portfolio.
By becoming part of the Crete Professionals Alliance, TKR is now connected to a nationwide network of specialized firms, thus providing broader support and creating new opportunities for its clients. TKR will continue to operate under its established name and maintain its current leadership, which will allow it to preserve its local relationships and reputation in the community.
Kelly Toole, Managing Partner of TKR, noted that the opportunity to join the alliance was not actively sought; however, it offers significant pathways for the next generation of leaders within the firm to grow and develop professionally. Steve Stagner, CEO of Crete Professionals Alliance, emphasized TKR’s specialized expertise in the real estate sector and its strong local relationships within the D.C. business community as key factors in the partnership.
TKR Accountants and Advisors provides a comprehensive range of services that includes tax, audit and assurance, estate and succession planning, and strategic business consulting. The firm is recognized for its proactive approach to client service and its commitment to excellence in supporting the sectors that drive the D.C. economy.
TKR operates under the brands Toole Katz & Roemersma, LLP and TKR Advisors, LLC. While TKR Advisors, LLC offers tax and business consulting services, it is important to note that it is not a licensed CPA firm. The ongoing operations of TKR under its established name ensures continuity in client relations and service delivery.
The Crete Professionals Alliance empowers its partner firms with the necessary resources, technology, and a national platform while allowing them to maintain local leadership and autonomy. This synergy of local expertise and nationwide support creates a robust framework for growth and improved client service.
Crete Professionals Alliance is backed by Thrive Capital and Bessemer Venture Partners, showcasing a strong financial foundation that supports over 20 high-performing firms across the country. This alliance is likely to benefit TKR’s clients by providing them access to a larger network of resources and enhanced service capabilities as TKR continues to evolve in the competitive accounting landscape in Washington, D.C.
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- AI Journ: Crete Professionals Alliance Welcomes TKR
- Joplin Globe: Crete Professionals Alliance Welcomes TKR
- Wikipedia: Real Estate
- Google Search: Crete Professionals Alliance
- Wikipedia: Accounting
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Accounting

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