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Clifton E. Aust
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Alachua, Florida 32615
Located in Alachua, Florida, Clifton E. Aust is a seasoned accounting professional with over 10 years of experience. His practice focuses on providing tax planning and consulting services, as well as general accounting and advisory services to small and medium-sized businesses and individuals and families. Aust specializes in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting, drawing on his expertise to help clients navigate complex financial situations. With a strong background in accounting principles and tax regulations, Aust provides informed guidance on tax planning and compliance to ensure clients meet their financial obligations.
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Marion A. Pettit
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Alachua, Florida 32616
Marion A. Pettit, a certified public accountant based in Alachua, Florida, brings over 15 years of experience in financial management. Her areas of specialization include tax compliance, business tax services, and basic accounting services, which have been beneficial for small and medium-sized businesses and family-owned enterprises. Ms. Pettit provides various services, such as bookkeeping, financial statement compilation, and general accounting and advisory services.
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William H. O'Byrne
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Alachua, Florida 32615
With over 15 years of experience serving the Alachua, Florida community, William H. O'Byrne provides a range of accounting services tailored to meet the unique needs of family-owned enterprises and various business structures. His specialties include general accounting and advisory services, as well as individual tax services and tax compliance, helping clients navigate complex regulatory requirements. William also offers payroll processing and compliance services, ensuring accurate and timely payments to employees and compliance with relevant labor laws.
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Richard H. Charan
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Alachua, Florida 32615
Based in Alachua, Florida, Richard H. Charan brings over 15 years of experience in accounting and finance to his clients, providing expert guidance in Financial Planning, Business Tax Services, and Basic Accounting Services. As a seasoned accounting professional, Charan serves Family-Owned Enterprises and Small and Medium-Sized Businesses, helping them navigate Sales Tax Compliance and General Accounting & Advisory issues. With a focus on tailored solutions, Charan works closely with clients to develop customized financial strategies that address their unique needs and goals.
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Thomas D. Martin
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Alachua, Florida 32615
Based in Alachua, Florida, Thomas D. Martin provides comprehensive accounting services to individuals and families, as well as various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With over 20 years of experience, Mr. Martin specializes in providing basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services, including Payroll Processing & Compliance. His expertise extends to individual and business tax return preparation, allowing his clients to navigate complex tax regulations with confidence.
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Basant K. Agarwal
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Alachua, Florida 32615
Basant K. Agarwal, a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience, provides tax compliance and basic accounting services to individuals and families in Alachua, Florida. His practice specializes in Small Business Accounting, helping entrepreneurs and startups navigate financial complexities and meet tax obligations. With expertise in Payroll Processing & Compliance and Sales Tax Compliance, Agarwal helps clients maintain seamless financial operations and minimize risks.
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James W. Shaw
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Alachua, Florida 32615
Based in Alachua, Florida, James W. Shaw is a certified public accountant (CPA) with over 15 years of experience in providing accounting services to family-owned enterprises and individuals and families. His expertise includes business tax services, tax compliance, and general accounting and advisory services, as well as payroll processing and compliance. Shaw focuses on delivering accurate and timely accounting solutions, with a specialization in basic accounting services.
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Carole M. Blair
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Alachua, Florida 32615
Based in Alachua, Florida, Carole M. Blair is a certified public accountant with over 20 years of experience in providing bookkeeping and financial statement compilation services to businesses and individuals. Her expertise includes tax compliance, business tax services, and individual tax return preparation, catering to family-owned enterprises and various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With a strong foundation in basic accounting services, Blair delivers accurate and timely financial solutions to her clients, helping them navigate complex tax laws and regulations.

Florida's large and growing CPA market serves a diverse, tax-friendly state with no personal income tax. The Florida Board of Accountancy requires 150 semester hours for licensure. CPAs must complete 80 hours of continuing professional education every two years, including 4 hours of ethics, 8 hours in accounting subjects, and 4 hours in technology.

Key Tax Considerations: Florida has no state income tax, making it attractive for high-income individuals and retirees. CPAs focus on federal tax compliance, sales and use tax, tangible personal property tax, and estate planning to preserve the no-income-tax advantage. Multi-state taxation is common for snowbirds and businesses operating in multiple states. The state's retirement population creates significant demand for retirement income planning, Medicare planning, and estate administration.

Industry Specializations: Tourism and hospitality, real estate development and property management, healthcare and senior living, international trade (Miami), aviation and aerospace, financial services, and agriculture are key practice areas. Miami CPAs often specialize in Latin American business and international taxation, while Orlando focuses on tourism and entertainment, and Tampa serves financial services and healthcare.

For CPA Professionals: The Florida Institute of CPAs (FICPA) provides extensive resources across the large state. Major markets include Miami, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, and Fort Lauderdale, with growing opportunities in Naples, Sarasota, and the Treasure Coast. Competition is strong in metro areas, but the continued population influx creates expanding opportunities. The no-income-tax environment attracts both clients and CPA professionals seeking tax advantages and lifestyle benefits.