The following information appeared on Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s website under Division of Certified Public Accounting. We advise anyone interested in obtaining information on Florida’s licenses to contact the DBPR for the most current information. Renewing a current active (Florida) CPA license consists of: Evidencing completion of continuing professional education (CPE) credits […]
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Florida Contractors Licensing Issues
If your Florida contractors license was suspended unexpectedly and you aren’t sure why, it’s possible that the suspension is for failing to comply with the disciplinary actions taken against your license by the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) or failure to comply with the terms of probation on your license. If the CILB has taken disciplinary action against […]
The Florida Board of Accountancy (BOA)
If you have any questions regarding the requirements for licensing, certification or reciprocity in the State of Florida for CPAs, contact the Florida Board of Accountancy (BOA). The Florida Board of Accountancy will also provide you with information on the May and November CPA exams. The Florida BOA is also able to verify if an individual is certified or licensed in the […]
Florida Licensed CPAs
Only Certified Public Accountants (CPA), by Florida law, can perform audits, and reviews, and give opinions on your financial statements. However, an accountant is not required to have a Florida license to prepare taxes. Certain bookkeeping duties also do not require a Florida license. Hiring a Florida licensed CPA to do your accounting is the best way to make […]
Florida Home Owners Face Risk Hiring Unlicensed Contractors
Daniel Vasquez, a columnist from the Sun Sentinel asks in a May, 6th., 2012, article, “Would you place your air-conditioning unit or roof in the hands of a fly-by-night company to save a buck? Are there more unlicensed contractors offering bargains across Florida because of the bad economy?” The Air Conditioning Contractors of America, are looking […]
Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation “Stings” Unlicensed Contractors Advertising Via Internet
The following information was obtained from Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s website for December, 2011: TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s Division of Regulation (DBPR) conducted a sting this week that targeted unlicensed contractors performing electrical and/or construction work in the Jacksonville area. As a result of the sting, […]
Florida Requirements for CPA’s License
The following information appeared on Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s website under ‘Division of Certified Public Accountants.’ FLORIDA’S REQUIREMENTS FOR CPA LICENSURE PASS ALL FOUR PARTS OF CPA EXAMINATION: with at least a 75% within 18 month rolling period. ONE YEAR WORK EXPERIENCE: Must be under the supervision of a licensed CPA (This […]
Florida Real Estate/Appraisal Boards and DUIs
The following question and answer appeared on the Florida Realtor’s Website: Q: I am a real estate broker and an appraiser. I just entered a plea of nolo contendere to DUI (a misdemeanor). Is there a duty to report this misdemeanor to the Florida Real Estate Commission or the Florida Real Estate Appraisal Board? A: […]
FLORIDA’S OFFICE OF FINANCIAL REGULATION SERVES THE 100TH CEASE & DESIST ORDER AS PART OF THE STATEWIDE CRACKDOWN ON UNLAWFUL MORTGAGE MODIFICATION ACTIVITIES
In a March, 2011, article on Florida’s Office of Financial Regulation’s website that the Florida Office of Financial Regulation (OFR) Commissioner Tom Cardwell announced the 100th Cease & Desist Order was served in Florida to companies conducting unlawful loan modification services. Commissioner Tom Cardwell cautions citizens against paying any upfront fees for loan modifications, which are illegal. […]
The State of Florida’s Division of Certified Public Accounting
CPAs in Florida On Florida’s DBPR’s website the definition of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is someone who has passed the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) Uniform CPA examination, met educational, and licensure requirements in the state of Florida and have been issued a license to practice public accounting. CPAs provide accounting, auditing, tax, […]