Partner

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Blaine Hegner has over 35 years of accounting industry experience and works closely with clients in our estate and trust practice to help them identify and achieve their goals. He also provides high level tax planning and compliance services to the real estate industry, working with both businesses and individuals. Blaine’s experience includes working as both an IRS Internal Revenue Agent in the Examination Division and a special agent in the IRS Criminal Investigation Division. With over 30 years of experience in public practice at a local and top 20 CPA firm. As part of his training with the IRS, Blaine became a distinguished graduate of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center.

As a Partner at CST Group, Blaine uses his extensive industry knowledge and experience to help clients make important decisions to help them reach their objectives.

Blaine earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from George Mason University.

Recent Awards

  • Northern Virginia magazine’s Top Financial Professionals 2021-2023

Certifications

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Certified Specialist in Estate Planning (CSEP)

Memberships

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants (VSCPA)

Community

  • Chantilly Youth Association (CYA) – Past Treasurer/Board Member (14 years)
  • American Red Cross – Member – Champions for Life
  • George Mason University Patriot Club – Green Coat Society