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Alicia Loo
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Calexico, California 92231
Alicia Loo, a certified public accountant based in Calexico, California, brings over 10 years of experience in accounting and finance to her clients. Her services encompass tax planning and consulting, as well as general accounting and advisory, tailored to various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With a specialization in basic accounting services, financial planning, and tax compliance, she provides expert guidance to entrepreneurs and startups navigating complex financial landscapes. Ms. Loo's extensive knowledge and expertise enable her to deliver personalized solutions that address the unique financial needs of her clients.
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Lupe Adame
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Calexico, California 92231
Lupe Adame is a licensed certified public accountant (CPA) based in Calexico, California, with years of experience providing financial guidance to clients. Her practice focuses on individual and business tax return preparation, including payroll processing and compliance, to meet the diverse needs of small and medium-sized businesses and family-owned enterprises. Adame's specialization in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting enables her to offer tailored financial solutions and support the unique needs of her clients.

California maintains one of the largest and most competitive CPA markets in the nation. The California Board of Accountancy requires 150 semester units of education and specific ethics coursework for licensure. CPAs must complete 80 hours of continuing education every two years, including 20 hours in accounting and auditing subjects and 2 hours of regulatory review.

Key Tax Considerations: California has its own complex tax code separate from federal regulations, with the highest state income tax rates in the nation. CPAs commonly handle Franchise Tax Board audits, California LLC fees ($800 annual minimum), sales and use tax compliance, and multi-state tax allocations. The state's high-income population creates strong demand for estate planning, wealth management, and stock option taxation services.

Industry Specializations: Technology startups (especially Silicon Valley), entertainment and media (Los Angeles), agriculture (Central Valley), international trade, venture capital, real estate, and cannabis businesses are major focus areas. Many CPAs specialize in R&D tax credits, stock option and equity compensation taxation, film production accounting, and cryptocurrency taxation.

For CPA Professionals: The California Society of CPAs (CalCPA) offers extensive networking and continuing education opportunities across multiple chapters. Major concentrations of firms exist in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento, and Silicon Valley. Competition is intense in metro areas but rural regions often experience CPA shortages. The state offers diverse practice opportunities but comes with high cost of living and complex regulatory requirements.