DMA Acquires Barron Corporate Tax Solutions in Illinois

Mergers and Acquisitions | June 24, 2026

DMA Acquires Barron Corporate Tax Solutions in Illinois

Fort Wayne, IN-based corporate tax services firm DuCharme McMillen & Associates has acquired Barron Corporate Tax Solutions, a Wheaton, IL-based property tax advisory firm serving businesses across a wide range of industries.

Jason Bramwell

Fort Wayne, IN-based corporate tax services firm DuCharme McMillen & Associates has acquired Barron Corporate Tax Solutions, a Wheaton, IL-based property tax advisory firm serving businesses across a wide range of industries.

Financial terms of the deal weren’t disclosed.

DMA said June 19 that the acquisition strengthens its North American Property Tax practice by expanding its capabilities in property tax consulting and compliance.

Dan Hutmacher

“Barron Corporate Tax Solutions brings a strong, client-centric approach to property tax advisory and compliance that aligns well with DMA’s client service philosophy,” Dan Hutmacher, president and CEO of DMA, said in a statement. “This acquisition expands our ability to support clients with day-to-day compliance needs while also identifying opportunities to reduce tax exposure and improve overall efficiency.”

Barron Corporate Tax Solutions provides property tax compliance and advisory services to businesses ranging from Fortune 100 companies to small and midsized organizations. The firm specializes in managing business property tax processes, including compliance support, valuation review, and appeals.

With experience across industries such as manufacturing, retail, hospitality, and utilities, Barron provides tailored strategies to clients that reduce tax burdens, maintain compliance, and provide ongoing guidance.

Officials say the combined organization will deliver support to clients across the full property tax lifecycle, from assessment review, valuation, and compliance to audit defense and strategic advisory services.

“Joining DMA allows us to provide our clients with access to broader resources and a deeper bench of expertise while continuing to deliver the personalized service they expect,” Todd Barron, president of Barron Corporate Tax Solutions, said in a statement. “Together, we can offer a more comprehensive set of solutions to help our clients navigate property tax challenges with confidence.”

Founded in 1972, DMA specializes in property tax, transaction tax, value-added tax, credits and incentives, global tax technology, and unclaimed property. 

Photo credit: DuCharme, McMillen & Associates/YouTube

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