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Keith A. Edgar
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Charlotte, Michigan 48813
Based in Charlotte, Michigan, Keith A. Edgar brings over 15 years of experience in accounting and tax services to his clients. His expertise includes providing financial planning, individual tax services, and basic accounting services to a diverse range of clients, including individuals and families as well as various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Notably, Edgar offers IRS representation services to help clients navigate complex tax disputes and ensure compliance with tax laws.
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Lori N. Friedlis
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Charlotte, Michigan 48813
Lori N. Friedlis is a certified public accountant based in Charlotte, Michigan, with over 20 years of experience in providing expert accounting guidance. Serving individuals, families, entrepreneurs, and startups, she specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and individual tax services. Her practice focuses on general accounting and advisory services, as well as sales tax compliance, helping clients maintain accurate financial records and navigate tax regulations.
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Ronda L. Beck
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Charlotte, Michigan 48813
Ronda L. Beck has been providing accounting services in Charlotte, Michigan since 2005. She specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services, and her experience has prepared her to assist individuals and families with financial matters. Beck's expertise also extends to IRS representation and sales tax compliance, helping clients navigate complex tax issues and avoid penalties. As a certified public accountant, Beck is dedicated to ensuring her clients' financial records are accurate and compliant with relevant laws and regulations.
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Steven R. Nicholas
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Charlotte, Michigan 48813
Based in Charlotte, Michigan, Steven R. Nicholas is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience in providing tax planning and consulting services to small and medium-sized businesses and entrepreneurs. Specializing in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, he has helped numerous clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations. Notably, he provides expert guidance on retirement account tax reporting, ensuring that clients' financial goals are met in compliance with tax requirements.
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William T. Shetenhelm
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Charlotte, Michigan 48813
Located in Charlotte, Michigan, William T. Shetenhelm serves the accounting needs of small and medium-sized businesses, individuals, and families. With over 15 years of experience in the field, he specializes in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services. His expertise includes tax planning and consulting, as well as sales tax compliance.
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Traci Serenson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Charlotte, Michigan 48813
Traci Serenson is a certified public accountant in Charlotte, Michigan, bringing over 15 years of experience to her work with various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Her specialization in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and financial planning enables her to deliver comprehensive support to individuals and families, as well as small to medium-sized businesses. Traci represents clients before the IRS and prepares individual and business tax returns, addressing complex tax situations with precision and care.
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Martin L. Latchaw
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Charlotte, Michigan 48813
Martin L. Latchaw is a certified public accountant based in Charlotte, Michigan. With over 20 years of experience in providing accounting services, he specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and tax compliance, serving individuals, families, entrepreneurs, and startups. His expertise includes bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, as well as general accounting and advisory services that help clients maintain financial health and achieve their business objectives.

Michigan's evolving CPA market serves a state transitioning from traditional manufacturing to diversified technology and services economy. The Michigan Board of Accountancy requires 150 semester hours for licensure. CPAs must complete 80 hours of continuing professional education every two years, including 2 hours of ethics and minimum technical requirements.

Key Tax Considerations: Michigan has a flat 4.25% individual income tax and a 6% corporate income tax. CPAs commonly handle state income tax compliance, sales and use tax, personal property tax (recently reformed but still complex), and Michigan Business Tax successor provisions. The automotive industry creates specialized needs for supplier contracts, warranty reserves, and cost accounting. Cross-border issues with Ohio and Indiana are common for businesses and residents.

Industry Specializations: Automotive manufacturing and supply chain, technology and software (especially in Ann Arbor and Grand Rapids), healthcare systems, agriculture, tourism and hospitality, logistics, and emerging industries like electric vehicles and battery technology are key practice areas. CPAs often specialize in automotive cost accounting, manufacturing footprint optimization, or serving the growing tech startup community.

For CPA Professionals: The Michigan Association of CPAs serves practitioners statewide. Detroit metro offers the largest market with automotive focus, while Ann Arbor emphasizes technology and university-related services, and Grand Rapids provides regional headquarters opportunities. The state faces population challenges but offers affordable cost of living and growing opportunities in emerging industries. Economic transformation creates needs for restructuring advisory and helping traditional businesses adapt to changing markets.