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Showing 1 to 4 of 4 CPAs in Eagle Lake, Minnesota
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Phillip E. Kendall
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Eagle Lake, Minnesota Licensed in Minnesota
Phillip E. Kendall is a certified public accountant based in Eagle Lake, Minnesota. With over 15 years of experience, Kendall provides expert financia...
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Debra K. Zellar
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Eagle Lake, Minnesota Licensed in Minnesota
Debra K. Zellar is a certified public accountant based in Eagle Lake, Minnesota. With over 10 years of experience, she provides general accounting and...
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James H. Dauk
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Eagle Lake, Minnesota Licensed in Minnesota
Based in Eagle Lake, Minnesota, James H. Dauk is a seasoned CPA providing financial guidance to family-owned enterprises and small to medium-sized bus...
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David L. Baker
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Eagle Lake, Minnesota Licensed in Minnesota
Based in Eagle Lake, Minnesota, David L. Baker is a seasoned CPA with over 20 years of experience serving the accounting needs of local businesses and...

Minnesota's robust CPA market serves a diverse economy with numerous Fortune 500 headquarters and strong financial services sector. The Minnesota State Board of Accountancy requires 150 semester hours for licensure. CPAs must complete 120 hours of continuing professional education every three years, including 8 hours of ethics and minimum technical hour requirements.

Key Tax Considerations: Minnesota has graduated individual income tax up to 9.85% (among the highest in the nation) and a flat 9.8% corporate rate. CPAs commonly handle complex state tax compliance, sales tax, and estate tax (Minnesota is one of few states with its own). The high tax rates create strong demand for tax planning and residency strategies, particularly for snowbirds. Cross-border issues with Wisconsin and North Dakota are common for businesses and individuals.

Industry Specializations: Healthcare systems and medical devices, financial services and insurance, food processing and agriculture, retail headquarters, technology, manufacturing, and professional services are primary focus areas. Minneapolis-St. Paul CPAs often serve Fortune 500 corporate headquarters, while Greater Minnesota focuses on agriculture, healthcare, and regional businesses.

For CPA Professionals: The Minnesota Society of CPAs provides excellent resources and networking. The Twin Cities dominate the market with sophisticated corporate and high-net-worth client base, creating strong competition but abundant opportunities. Rochester (Mayo Clinic), Duluth, St. Cloud, and Mankato offer secondary markets with lower cost of living. The state provides strong quality of life, excellent education, and diverse practice opportunities, though high taxes and cold winters are considerations for practitioners and clients alike.