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THE SUM

SEC Registered

Tax Planning for Successful Professionals

THE WOODLANDS, TXhttps://thesumprep.com281-940-4859
Assets Under Management
$500M–$1B
Employees
12
Office Locations
1 office
Total Accounts
949

About the firm

The Sum Prep, LLC offers tax preparation and bookkeeping services with a service-first, personalized touch. The firm's team of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professionals and Certified Public Accountants provide hands-on support and guidance that considers the entire scope of clients' financial goals.

Firm Focus

Client segments reported on the firm's SEC Form ADV — applies to all advisors at the firm.

IndividualsHigh Net Worth

Areas of expertise

Tax PreparationTax PlanningBookkeepingIndividual Tax ReturnsEstate TaxGift TaxCorporate Tax ReturnsTrust Tax ReturnsTexas Franchise TaxCFP ProfessionalsCPA

Services

1040 individual tax return preparation and filing (including state), 1041 trust and estate tax return preparation and filing, Texas Franchise Tax preparation and filing, 709 gift tax preparation and filing, 706 estate tax preparation and filing, 1120/1065 corporate tax return preparation and filing, bookkeeping services, and tax planning meetings. The firm does not offer audit or advisory services.

Who they serve

Busy, successful people and businesses that desire a cohesive approach to their tax planning.

Client segmentClientsAssets managed
Individuals (Non-HNW)50$32M
High Net Worth Individuals159$520M

34 total clients reported on Form ADV.

Leadership

Paul Michael Rahn
MANAGER, CCO

Office locations

1 office in 1 state
TX
THE WOODLANDSHQ

Advisors at this firm

9 advisors in the directory

Regulatory & compliance

CRD number
#297658
SEC Number
801-122376
Disciplinary History
No
Fee Model & Minimums
Model: Hourly / Flat Fee

Data as of February 24, 2026 · Source: SEC IAPD & FINRA BrokerCheck

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Editorial disclosure

This profile was compiled and published by AdvisorFinder as editorial content using publicly available information from the SEC's IAPD database and FINRA BrokerCheck. THE SUM has not reviewed, approved, or endorsed this profile and is not responsible for its accuracy. Regulatory records change over time — always verify the current record directly on the SEC or FINRA websites before making any decision.

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