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Making informed decisions about your estate is not easy. You need to balance short-term needs for asset growth and protection with long-term wealth transfer objectives. You also need to decide who will get what, and how to minimize — and cover — estate and wealth transfer taxes.
That’s why you need the guidance of experienced professionals like those at YHB. Our Private Client Team has decades of experience in helping successful individuals develop and implement asset protection, trust, and estate plans that enable you to achieve your goals and maximize what beneficiaries receive.
In addition to a thorough knowledge of estate planning strategies, the various kinds of trusts, and the laws governing wealth transfer, YHB has a full understanding of the role family dynamics play in estate planning and administration. So we excel in working through differences and arriving at solutions that everyone involved can agree with.
We don’t just help you draft good plans. We help you implement them by coordinating our work with that of your attorney, investment manager, insurance agent, and other advisors, so you get the results you’re after. And if you need service of a type that one of us cannot provide, we can draw on our extensive community of professional contacts to obtain it.
Contact us when it’s time to move forward.
David joined Yount Hyde and Barbour in 1999 after graduating from West Virginia University with a B.S.B.A. degree. A tax specialist who works in depth with his clients, his focus is on banks and closely held businesses of any size. He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants. David is a designated Chartered Global Management Accountant. He has served on the board as both president and treasurer for many local non-profits and civic organizations including, Boys and Girls Club of Northern Shenandoah Valley, Millbrook High School Band Boosters, and Kiwanis Club of Old Town.
Offering an extensive array of services, he is a trained business mentor and coach, providing advanced levels of strategic planning for owners and managers, consulting with management on a variety of critical business decisions including accounting systems implementation, changes in business operations, mergers and acquisitions, and developing growth and exit strategies. David also specializes in winery and vineyard operations, auto dealerships, agribusiness, and franchises.
As someone who is not afraid to get his hands dirty by getting involved in the day to day operations of a business, David takes that internal working knowledge and applies best practices from across all sectors to help each client develop and achieve their goals. He has extensive knowledge of the challenges that business owners and financial operators face and will work side by side his clients to ensure they are informed and making the best choices possible to advance their companies.
He is proficient in numerous software packages. David excels at developing personalized financial strategies for each business he works to help them reach their goals of improved profitability, growth, and long term stability. Because he takes such a vested personal interest in all of his clients, David is most dedicated to minimizing the tax impact for all of the clients he serves.
David values the personal relationships that are formed with clients and works hard to maintain the lines of communication year-round. By taking the time to find out what makes people tick, he is able to effectively apply business and tax solutions to meet client needs and long term goals. Because the rules of the trade are ever-changing, David carefully advises clients from all angles, oftentimes thinking out of the box, but well within regulations, to provide the best possible answer and ensure client satisfaction.
David enjoys weekend vineyard tours with his wife, playing and coaching soccer with his daughters and outdoors activities such as biking, camping and hiking. In his free time, he likes to watch WVU sports and root for his alma mater.
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“David Henning has been great to work with the last 10 years. I look at him as a partner in my businesses. Every time I meet with him, I learn so much more. Thanks for years of good advice.” – Shawn D.
“Since using YHB we have been at complete ease each year for taxes and knowing what to expect. Anytime we have a question we can easily reach David for guidance. We highly recommend YHB!” – Angie T.
Joe is a Tax Partner in our Owings Mills office with over 19 years of experience reviewing and preparing a variety of federal and state tax returns. He has a bachelor’s degree from Georgetown University and a Master of Business Administration degree with an accounting concentration from Loyola University Maryland.
Joe is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants and the Baltimore Estate Planning Council. He serves on the MACPA State Tax Committee.
Joe provides tax and accounting services to engineering firms and financial institutions. He specializes in accounting for income taxes including assisting businesses with the creation and maintenance of income tax calculation spreadsheets. Joe also provides tax, accounting, and consulting services to trusts, estates, and small businesses.
His specialties include:
When Joe isn’t spending time with his family, he’s probably out running! As an avid runner, Joe loves scheduling running meetings with his clients. He would be glad to answer your income tax questions while clicking off the miles.
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“Joe Musumeci is very responsive, he understands our business really well which enables him to understand and respond to our inquiries really quickly and thoroughly.” – Anonymous
Krystal is a 2003 Virginia Tech graduate and joined YHB in 2020. She has 20 years of public accounting experience working with and advising high net worth individuals, trusts, and closely held businesses. Krystal specializes in income tax planning, compliance, and review. She serves as an advisor to her clients by providing tax guidance and business planning strategies.
Since joining the industry, Krystal has held several leadership roles in the Virginia Society of CPAs. Currently, she serves as the Vice Chair of the Board of Directors and is the Chair-Elect for 2025. Previously, Krystal served as the Chair of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion advisory council. In 2023, Krystal was honored to be named one of the Washington DC Metro Area’s Top CPA’s by Washingtonian Magazine for the 7th time and was also voted as a Top Financial Professional by Northern Virginia Magazine for the 2nd time. Most recently, Krystal was included on the 2024 Forbes Top 200 CPAs List in America.
In addition to her contributions within the CPA community, Krystal is actively involved with her alma mater. She currently serves as a member of the Pamplin Advisory Council at Virginia Tech, which is a volunteer group established for the purpose of promoting, supporting and improving Pamplin.
To help clients develop effective tax strategies, Krystal takes extra measures to learn about their future plans, circumstances, and needs, particularly any that may require special tax or financial strategies. She takes the time to listen and develop a full understanding of clients goals and how to achieve them. After assisting with plan implementation, Krystal keeps in contact throughout the year to help clients stay on top of their finances and make sure their plans are on track.
Michael is Principal in our Rockville office who possesses an impressive educational background and over three decades of experience in the field. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from St. Joseph’s University, which has equipped him with a solid foundation in financial principles. Additionally, Michael has an education certificate from the College for Financial Planning, further enhancing his expertise.
He became a certified public accountant (CPA) in 1992 and a certified financial planner (CFP®) in 1997. He is an investment advisor representative, an accredited investment fiduciary, an accredited domestic partnership advisor (ADPA) and a certified divorce financial analyst (CDFA™). He also is a licensed life, and health insurance agent. Michael is a member of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA), the Maryland Association of CPAs (MACPA), and the Financial Planning Association.
Specializing in accounting and tax compliance, Michael has cultivated extensive experience across a diverse range of industries. He has worked closely with real estate management and development firms, professional service businesses, retailing, franchises, hi-tech industries, investment companies, start-ups, not-for-profit organizations, and medical practices.
In addition to his exceptional accounting and tax compliance skills, Michael provides valuable guidance to his clients in various financial areas. He assists them with income tax planning, investment management, and retirement planning, ensuring their long-term financial success. By leveraging his extensive knowledge and insights, Michael helps his clients make informed decisions that align with their financial goals.
Derek began his career in accounting with YHB in 2011 after a graduating with a B.S. in accounting from Shepherd University. Derek became a licensed CPA in 2013. He is a member of multiple organizations, including the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants, and a former President of the Tri-State Estate Planning Council.
As a member of the firm’s Private Client Services team, Derek has developed an in-depth understanding of individual, trust, estate and business taxation. Derek stays up-to-date with the latest trends and regulations, regularly attending courses specifically designed towards matters affecting his clients. Derek also assists with providing tax training and ongoing mentoring to YHB staff members.
Derek specializes in assisting individual and corporate fiduciaries with complex trust/estate tax and compliance related issues. In addition, he excels in providing individuals and business owners with sound tax and business planning, taking into consideration their unique concerns and issues.
In order to best serve his client’s, Derek takes the time to fully comprehend the client’s situation and concerns. He then works closely with the client and other YHB industry leaders to develop a thorough strategy that works in the client’s best interest. Derek also takes the time to ensure the client understands the strategy and to makes sure the client is both comfortable and satisfied with his recommendations.
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“Sophisticated tax advice. Accurate and timely financial reports.” – Brian V.
Sarah Hegenbart is a Tax Manager based in our Winchester office, having joined YHB in 2012.
Sarah graduated from Shepherd University in 2012 with a dual major in Accounting and Business Management, achieving Summa Cum Laude honors and being recognized as a McMurran Scholar. In 2015, she obtained her CPA license in Virginia, followed by acquiring her CPA license in West Virginia in 2017.
With a specialization in high net worth individuals and pass-through entities, Sarah excels in handling intricate tax matters.
Sarah is an active member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), Virginia Society of Certified Public Accounts (VSCPA) and West Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants (WVSCPA).
Outside of her professional endeavors, Sarah is actively involved in her community. Since 2017, she and her husband have been dedicated foster parents, and Sarah contributes her time to assist the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources in training new foster parents. She also serves on the advisory board for the Children’s Home Society’s Monarch Family Support Center, supporting the well-being of families.
Before her career in tax, Sarah served as a C-130 engine mechanic in the Air Force, stationed at Yokota Air Base in Japan.
Debbie began her career in accounting over 20 years ago after receiving her Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Carlow University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She began her career gaining experience in both accounting and tax at a local Pittsburgh CPA firm, and she attained her CPA license after passing the exam on her first attempt. She went on to work in the tax department of Sisterson & Co. LLP, a Pittsburgh regional firm. Debbie joined Wilhelm & Associates Ltd. in October 2019, joining the YHB family in 2021.
With her over 20 years of tax experience she has expertly specialized in the area of tax compliance and planning for high-net-worth individuals and their related trusts, partnerships, S corporations and private foundations. She is an active member on the AICPA and PICPA (Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs).
For years, Debbie has dedicated her practice to complex tax returns and issues, tax research, and tax planning for businesses and individuals. She is a certified CPA in both Pennsylvania and Virginia.
In her free time, she volunteers and serves as the Treasurer of the Economic Club of Pittsburgh. She enjoys road trips with her husband to visit and explore historical settings and to walk through caves and along mountain trails. Among her favorites of these are Gettysburg, PA, Fredericksburg, VA, Hocking Hills, OH and the Smoky Mountains near Gatlinburg, TN. She also finds joy in spending time with family, reading, and taking walks around her neighborhood with her dog Charlie.
Alex Fleming graduated from Lynchburg College with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting in May 2008. He interned with YHB right after graduation and then joined the firm as a full-time professional the following year in August 2009. During that interim year, he studied for and passed all four parts of the CPA exam and joined the AICPA and VSCPA. Alex began his YHB career with the bank audit team but has transitioned to the tax department out of the Middleburg office. He now specializes in complex tax planning and compliance for individuals, estate, trusts, private foundations, and privately-held companies. Alex has also obtained the Personal Financial Specialist (PFS) certification from the AICPA in September 2017.
Alex is a native of Loudoun County, specifically the Middleburg area. He is an active board member for the Middleburg Business and Professional Association, the Hill School Alumni Association, and the Piedmont Child Care Center. He, his wife, and two sons now live near Warrenton with their two dogs.
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“I have a lot of faith in Alex Fleming and his team at YHB. They have assisted us greatly in our cross-border situation. Their professional insight has helped us navigate a tax situation that only a true professional is versed in. ” – Robert I.
“Alex Fleming with YHB is very professional and has my highest recommendation for anyone considering a tax accountant.” – Robert R.
Josh began his career at YHB in 1999, after earning a B.B.A. from the College of William & Mary. He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants and a previous member of the Blue Ridge Kiwanis.
Josh has provided income tax and advisory services to a broad range of business and individual clients with complex needs for 18 years. He has worked his entire career at YHB, having spent his first 12 years in the Winchester office and the last 6 years in the Middleburg office. In addition to serving clients, Josh provides mentoring and training for YHB staff members and is a member of the firm’s Human Resources Committee.
Josh specializes in helping individuals implement strategies that minimize their income tax liabilities and achieve their personal and business financial objectives. As a professional certified in strategy and performance management, he also excels in empowering business owners with information and insight that improves their decision-making process, maximizes their profitability and gives them a better sense of where they want to go and how to get there.
Josh is proud to provide his clients with the following solutions:
∙ Income tax planning and compliance for individuals and businesses
∙ Bill payment, financial reporting, and budgeting
∙ Vendor billing oversight including large projects such as home construction
∙ Wealth transfer planning
∙ Charitable contribution planning and tracking
∙ Private foundation administrative support services
∙ Equine business tax and consulting services including audit support
∙ Tax credit consulting services
∙ Document storage including client portal facilitation
Josh focuses on helping clients achieve peace of mind. His service approach is customized for each client, resulting in close and highly individualized working relationships. Josh takes pride in making complex financial matters easier to understand, in order to help clients with financial decision making and achievement of their goals and objectives.
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“Strong capability, combined with great team spirit. Our main contact, Josh Kerr-Hobert is an outstanding asset to our lives and family foundation. Not only is he brilliant and communicative, but he speaks English, not accountant-ese, which is truly appreciated. He is also a great human being and works well with others in our team, whether lawyers or financial advisors. Cannot express strongly enough how much we value him and his team. Thank you!” – Anonymous
Ben graduated from West Virginia University in May 2011, with a Bachelors of Science in Finance and Accounting. Ben started at YHB August of 2011, and became a CPA in January of 2014. Ben currently splits his time between our Middleburg and Leesburg offices.
Ben is a member of the YHB Employee Advisory Committee and of the YHB Accountants for Continuing Education (ACE) team which is responsible for training and development of new staff. Ben is also an AICPA and VSCPA member.
Ben specializes in tax and consulting services in conjunction with the Private Client Services Team, including income tax planning and compliance for individuals and small businesses; agriculture business taxation and consulting; and estate administration.
A Frederick County native, Elaine has been with Yount Hyde Barbour since beginning her accounting career in 1994. She holds a B.B.A. degree as well as a Master of Science degree, both from James Madison University. She is a member of several organizations such as the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants, the Frederick County Easement Authority, and the Winchester Kiwanis Club.
As the leader of our Family Wealth Services Team, she provides comprehensive tax, estate, trust, and gift planning and advisory services to wealthy families and individuals. Elaine also has extensive experience in conducting audits and providing tax compliance and consulting services to nonprofits and governmental entities.
One of Elaine’s greatest strengths is her ability to explain financial matters in terms non-accountants can understand, and to proactively inform YHB clients of developments that may affect them. In addition, she has a thorough understanding of estate planning issues, as well as a proven ability to work with family dynamics. As a result, she can meet the full range of a client’s tax and estate planning needs, from serving as a trustee and managing finances to helping with business succession planning. She is especially good at helping clients get caught up with past-due tax returns.
To help clients develop effective tax and estate plans, Elaine takes extra measures to learn about their goals, circumstances, and needs, particularly any that may require special financial strategies. She strives to come to a full understanding of family relationships and issues that may affect the planning process, and to work through them to achieve consensus about the plans she helps develop. After assisting with plan implementation, Elaine keeps in contact throughout the year to help clients stay on top of their finances and make sure their plans are on track.
Elaine enjoys family vacations, particularly swimming at the beach in the summers. Her hobbies include shopping for and collecting antique Nippon ceramics, and riding motorcycles.
Please note: YHB’s Winchester office is temporarily closed to the public while we move to our new home at 160 Exeter Drive, Suite 200, Winchester, VA. We will reopen December 2nd.
