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Shannon Barnes
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Gainesville, Florida 32606
Located in Gainesville, Florida, Shannon Barnes is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience providing financial guidance to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as small and medium-sized businesses. She specializes in basic accounting services, including financial statement preparation, and tax compliance, ensuring that clients meet their tax obligations in a timely and accurate manner. Barnes also assists clients with tax planning and consulting, focusing on retirement account tax reporting and individual tax services to minimize tax liabilities and maximize after-tax returns.
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John P. Arvin
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Gainesville, Florida 32606
John P. Arvin is an experienced public accountant based in Gainesville, Florida. With over 12 years of experience in public accounting, he provides comprehensive general accounting and advisory services to clients in various business structures, including S-corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Arvin's areas of specialization include basic accounting services, tax compliance, and small business accounting, catering to the needs of small and medium-sized businesses in the state of Florida. He is also authorized to represent clients before the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in case of audits or other disputes, offering an additional layer of protection and support to his clients.
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Gregory E. Broe
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Gainesville, Florida 32606
Gregory E. Broe is a certified public accountant based in Gainesville, Florida. With over 20 years of experience, he specializes in providing financial planning and basic accounting services to individuals and families, as well as a variety of business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. His services include bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, as well as individual and business tax return preparation, which helps clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations.
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Gregory A. Georgiou
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Gainesville, Florida 32608
Gregory A. Georgiou is a certified public accountant based in Gainesville, Florida, with over 15 years of experience providing expert accounting services to various clients. He specializes in business tax services, small business accounting, and basic accounting services, catering to the needs of family-owned enterprises and individuals. Gregory's expertise also extends to retirement account tax reporting and IRS representation, helping clients navigate complex tax issues and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. With a deep understanding of tax laws and accounting regulations, Gregory provides tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of his clients in the Gainesville area.

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.