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Michelle M. Selby
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location The Villages, Florida 32162
Michelle M. Selby, a certified public accountant based in The Villages, Florida, has over 15 years of experience providing accounting and advisory services to small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups. Her expertise includes general accounting, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation, as well as tax compliance and individual tax services. In addition to her core services, she also offers financial analysis and planning to help clients make informed business decisions.
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Stuart K. Coppens
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location The Villages, Florida 32162
Located in The Villages, Florida, Stuart K. Coppens provides accounting and tax services to individuals and businesses in the region. With more than 15 years of experience, he specializes in providing basic accounting services, financial planning, and ensuring tax compliance for small and medium-sized businesses as well as family-owned enterprises. His services include individual and business tax return preparation, and retirement account tax reporting, helping clients navigate complex tax regulations and financial complexities with confidence.
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Fred C. Pike
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location The Villages, Florida 32162
Based in The Villages, Florida, Fred C. Pike has been providing accounting services to Small and Medium-Sized Businesses, Entrepreneurs and Startups for over 20 years. With a specialization in Basic Accounting Services, Tax Compliance, and Individual Tax Services, he offers tailored tax planning and consulting, as well as bookkeeping and financial statement compilation services. As a seasoned accountant, Pike's expertise includes preparing accurate financial statements and ensuring tax compliance with relevant regulations.
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George D. Hansen
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location The Villages, Florida 32162
George D. Hansen is a licensed certified public accountant based in The Villages, Florida, with over 15 years of experience providing financial guidance to family-owned enterprises and various business structures. His specialization in basic accounting services, business tax services, and financial planning enables him to address the diverse needs of his clients, from payroll processing and compliance to retirement account tax reporting. With expertise in handling S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, Hansen offers tailored financial solutions to help businesses navigate complex tax environments and achieve long-term financial stability.
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Harold J. Tinkler
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location The Villages, Florida 32162
Harold J. Tinkler, a certified public accountant based in The Villages, Florida, has been providing accounting services since 2003. With expertise in basic accounting services and small business accounting, he has experience serving entrepreneurs and startups, as well as businesses with various structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. His accounting services include IRS representation and sales tax compliance, addressing the needs of businesses in these areas.
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Detlef Pavlovich
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location The Villages, Florida 32162
Based in The Villages, Florida, Detlef Pavlovich provides professional accounting services to clients across various industries, including small and medium-sized businesses with S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Pavlovich specializes in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, helping clients navigate complex tax regulations and financial reporting requirements. He also offers IRS representation and retirement account tax reporting services, providing expert guidance on tax compliance and minimizing potential penalties.
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Steven Z. Merl
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location The Villages, Florida 32162
A certified public accountant with over 20 years of experience, Steven Z. Merl provides accounting services to small and medium-sized businesses and family-owned enterprises in The Villages, Florida. His expertise includes basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services, which he has offered to clients across a range of industries. A notable aspect of his practice is his IRS representation services, assisting clients with tax disputes and audits.
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Larry R. White
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location The Villages, Florida 32163
Based in The Villages, Florida, Larry R. White provides accounting and tax services to individuals and businesses in the region. He has over 15 years of experience in basic accounting, individual tax services, and small business accounting. Additionally, Mr. White offers specialized tax planning and consulting services for family-owned enterprises, entrepreneurs, and startups. His expertise includes individual and business tax return preparation, helping clients navigate tax laws and regulations in Florida and beyond.
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Jenean A. Hite
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location The Villages, Florida 32162
Jenean A. Hite is a certified public accountant based in The Villages, Florida, with over 15 years of experience providing tax compliance and accounting services to individuals and families, entrepreneurs, and startups. Her areas of specialization include tax compliance, business tax services, and basic accounting services, with a focus on ensuring accurate and timely preparation and filing of tax returns. Additionally, Hite offers IRS representation services, helping clients resolve tax issues and disputes with the Internal Revenue Service.
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Suzanne M. Chapan
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location The Villages, Florida 32163
Suzanne M. Chapan, a Certified Public Accountant based in The Villages, Florida, has been providing accounting services for over 20 years. Her areas of expertise include general accounting and advisory services, as well as sales tax compliance for businesses of various structures. With a focus on basic accounting services, individual tax services, and financial planning, Chapan assists individuals, families, and business owners in navigating complex financial matters.

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.