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Janice B. Peterson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Haines City, Florida 33844
Based in Haines City, Florida, Janice B. Peterson offers specialized accounting services to clients across diverse business structures. With over a decade of experience, Ms. Peterson provides expert guidance in general accounting and advisory, tax planning and consulting to help businesses navigate complex financial matters. As a seasoned accountant, she is well-versed in providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, covering various entities, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, serving small and medium-sized businesses in the region.
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James T. Sheridan
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Haines City, Florida 33844
Located in Haines City, Florida, James T. Sheridan provides expert financial guidance to individuals and businesses in need of general accounting and advisory services. With over a decade of experience in public accounting, Sheridan specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and business tax services, catering to various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. His diverse experience also includes IRS representation and expertise in helping family-owned enterprises navigate complex financial matters.
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Eloise M. Bush
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Haines City, Florida 33845
Hailing from Haines City, Florida, Eloise M. Bush is a seasoned tax professional with over a decade of experience in the field. Her expertise includes individual and business tax return preparation, as well as retirement account tax reporting, a necessity for those nearing or in retirement. Specializing in basic accounting services, business tax services, and tax compliance, Bush has a solid understanding of the tax implications affecting family-owned enterprises and various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs.

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.