Business Details
36 Years
experience
Trusted CPA and Consulting Services in Reno, NV
Founded in 1990, RS Wait has built a reputation as a trusted provider of comprehensive accounting, tax, and financial consulting services. Our team of seasoned professionals brings decades of combined experience to deliver tailored solutions for high-income individuals and businesses across diverse industries. Specializing in income and estate tax planning, business valuation, and strategic financial management, we prioritize long-term client relationships and proactive advice. Our expertise in Nevada residency and trust benefits addresses unique regional opportunities. With a focus on preserving and growing client wealth, we combine technical excellence with personalized service to exceed expectations.Our partners, Scott Wait and Richard Wait, along with senior consultant John Pettibone, uphold rigorous professional standards through ongoing education and certifications. By integrating tax planning with wealth management and business exit strategies, we address both immediate needs and future goals. Our commitment to innovation ensures clients benefit from modern tools and methodologies while maintaining a client-centric approach. Serving Reno, NV and beyond, we pride ourselves on transparency, ethical practices, and measurable outcomes that help clients retain more of their hard-earned assets.
Services
Tax Planning
Estate Tax Preparation
Business Valuation
Cash Flow Analysis
Strategic Financial Planning
Nevada Residency Services
Profit Improvement
Investment Monitoring
Exit Strategy Consulting
Wealth Transfer Planning
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in accounting and financial consulting.
- We offer industry-specific expertise in professional services, manufacturing, and mining.
- Our team includes CPAs with advanced certifications like Accredited Estate Planner.
- We provide personalized tax and financial strategies tailored to individual needs.
- We specialize in Nevada residency and trust benefits for tax optimization.
Associations and certifications
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Services
Tax Planning
Comprehensive tax planning services focus on minimizing liabilities for high-income individuals and businesses. Our CPAs develop customized strategies for income, estate, and gift tax optimization, leveraging Nevada's unique financial benefits. We ensure compliance while maximizing after-tax returns through proactive, evidence-based planning.
Business Valuation
Accurate business valuations using industry-standard methodologies guide clients through sales, mergers, and succession planning. Our accredited specialists analyze financial health, market position, and ownership structures to determine fair market value, supporting critical decisions for privately held companies across multiple sectors.
Cash Flow Analysis
Our cash flow analysis identifies operational inefficiencies and enhances liquidity management. By evaluating income streams and expenditure patterns, we implement tailored solutions that improve working capital, reduce financial risk, and support sustainable growth for businesses in various industries.
Estate Planning
Specialized estate planning services preserve family wealth through trusts, charitable giving strategies, and generational transfer plans. Accredited estate planners design tax-efficient frameworks that protect assets, fulfill legacy goals, and ensure smooth transitions of ownership for high-net-worth clients.
Financial Consulting
Holistic financial consulting integrates investment management, retirement planning, and strategic tax advice. We help clients achieve long-term financial security through personalized roadmaps that align with individual goals, optimizing portfolios while maintaining compliance with evolving regulations.
People
Scott T. Wait
CPA, AEP, Shareholder & Consultant
Co-founder Scott Wait specializes in wealth transfer strategies and tax-efficient retirement planning. A Certified Public Accountant and Accredited Estate Planner, he combines technical expertise with community service, lecturing on estate planning and financial security while advising high-net-worth clients on generational wealth preservation.
Richard E. Wait
CPA, Shareholder & Consultant
Co-founder Richard Wait focuses on business exit strategies and community development. With over 30 years of experience, this Nevada CPA guides clients through complex tax matters and serves on nonprofit boards, balancing technical excellence with a commitment to civic improvement and client advocacy.
John Pettibone
CPA & Consultant
Senior consultant John Pettibone brings 39 years of public accounting and corporate financial leadership. Former CFO of a manufacturing firm, his expertise spans business valuation, international financial operations, and strategic planning, delivering practical solutions for growth-oriented businesses across global markets.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for Nevada businesses?
We specialize in income tax planning, Nevada residency optimization, business valuation, cash flow analysis, and estate tax strategies tailored to local and national clients.
How can you help with business exit planning?
Our accredited specialists develop customized exit strategies including succession planning, buyout agreements, and business valuations to ensure smooth ownership transitions.
Do you serve international clients?
Yes, our expertise extends to global financial planning, including cross-border tax strategies and valuation services for multinational business transactions.
What industries do you specialize in?
We focus on professional services, manufacturing, mining, real estate/construction, and automotive industries with tailored financial solutions.
How do you approach estate planning?
We integrate tax-efficient trusts, charitable giving, and generational wealth transfer strategies, using our Accredited Estate Planner credentials to protect client assets.
Can you assist with business valuations for mergers?
Our AICPA-accredited business valuations use proven methodologies to determine fair market value and support negotiation of merger terms.
