The Whitaker-Myers Group is pleased to announce a second recent acquisition by Whitaker-Myers Tax Advisors: Goude Tax, led by Starr Goude, Enrolled Agent with the Internal Revenue Service.
This acquisition represents a thoughtful and values-aligned transition—one that prioritizes client continuity, legacy, and long-term stewardship.
Honoring a Legacy Built Since 1996
Starr Goude has been enrolled to practice before the IRS as an Enrolled Agent since 1996 and has faithfully served individuals and families for nearly three decades. Goude Tax itself was originally founded by Starr’s father-in-law, whose expertise focused on the unique and often complex tax needs of U.S. military members. When Starr took over the firm, she carried that legacy forward—continuing to serve military families with care, precision, and deep institutional knowledge.
Now residing in Lynn Haven, Florida, Starr is the proud mother of three children and grandmother of four. As she begins planning her transition to retirement, Starr sees Whitaker-Myers Tax Advisors as the right long-term home for her clients—one where relationships are honored and service standards remain uncompromising.
Starr will continue to maintain many of her client relationships for the foreseeable future, ensuring a smooth, relational transition and ongoing familiarity for those she has served faithfully since 1996.
A Natural Fit with Whitaker-Myers’ National Military Focus
Goude Tax is a particularly strong fit for Whitaker-Myers Group due to the firm’s nationwide work with Dave Ramsey listeners and SmartVestor Pro clients, many of whom are active-duty military members, veterans, and military families. These households often face complex tax considerations related to deployments, housing allowances, state residency, and retirement benefits—areas where Starr and her firm bring decades of practical expertise.
“Starr Goude represents exactly the kind of professional we want joining our team—experienced, client-centered, and deeply committed to stewardship,” said Kage Rush, President of Whitaker-Myers Tax Advisors.
“This acquisition allows Starr to thoughtfully transition toward retirement while ensuring her clients continue to receive the same level of care and personal attention they’ve trusted for years.”
The Value of Tax and Financial Planning on the Same Team
As with all Whitaker-Myers acquisitions, this partnership reflects a broader belief: clients benefit most when their tax professional and financial planner work together. Coordinated planning can uncover opportunities in retirement strategy, charitable giving, tax-efficient investing, and long-term legacy planning that are often missed when advisors operate in silos.
John-Mark Young, President of Whitaker-Myers Wealth Managers, shared:
“Many of our military and Dave Ramsey–aligned clients want simplicity, clarity, and confidence. When your Enrolled Agent and CFP® professional are on the same team, planning becomes proactive instead of reactive—and families are better served over the long run.”
A Warm Welcome to Goude Tax Clients
Whitaker-Myers Group warmly welcomes all Goude Tax clients into the Whitaker-Myers family. For those who would like to explore how integrated tax planning and financial planning can work together to support their goals, clients are encouraged to contact any member of the Whitaker-Myers team at NationalSmartVestorPro@whitakerwealth.com.
With roots dating back to 1869, Whitaker-Myers Group remains committed to serving families across generations—honoring legacies like Starr Goude’s while building a future defined by thoughtful transitions, coordinated advice, and enduring relationships.
Whitaker-Myers Tax Advisors Expands with the Acquisition of Goude Tax
January 1, 2026
Whitaker Myers
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