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Dana B. Fields
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Morriston, Florida 32668
Dana B. Fields is a certified public accountant with over 10 years of experience serving clients in Morriston, Florida. Her specialties include providing financial planning and individual tax services, as well as basic accounting services for various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Ms. Fields also offers IRS representation and tax resolution services, helping entrepreneurs and startups navigate complex tax regulations and avoid penalties. With expertise in individual and business tax return preparation, she assists a diverse range of clients in achieving financial stability and compliance.
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Stephanie A. Rice
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Morriston, Florida 32668
Based in Morriston, Florida, Stephanie A. Rice is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience serving the financial needs of individuals and family-owned enterprises. Her expertise includes providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting expertise, in addition to specialized payroll processing and compliance support. Rice's work involves compiling financial statements, offering bookkeeping services, and ensuring compliance with relevant tax regulations, making her a trusted resource for clients in the region.

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.