BRILLIANT BRITS + BRITISH PROFESSIONALS in Florida

Updated for 2023  

 SCROLL DOWN TO SEE THE LIST OF  BRITISH PROFESSIONALS, FABB MEMBERS AND BRITISH-OWNED BUSINESSES ACROSS FLORIDA.   We also have UK-based FABB members too, not shown here, who joined to use our relocation and immigration services. FABB membership numbers fluctuate, like all associations.  Some are not listed on this page for requested privacy reasons. This page, by its very nature, is a work forever in progress! FABB has helped British businesses and individuals succeed in Florida since 1997.   We also have an unequalled team of immigration and relocation experts, in place since then, advising UK Brits move to Florida.  NOTE:  We also have thousands of associate British business-owners and professionals across Florida and UK in all fields,  we deal with.  TO JOIN FABB:  Email your name + city + business name to britishbusinessflorida@gmail.com   On the subject line put  JOIN FABB.  

► There are hundreds of small British-owned/run businesses operating in all Florida cities, but few major UK companies actually headquartered here employing local British staff.   Also, there are over 300 UK -affiliated companies in Florida, employing more about49, 000 Floridians.  Meanwhile, US firms employ about a million people in the UK, including Florida companies like World Fuel Services and Office Depot.  These figures fluctuate obviously,  so call the British Consulate Trade office in Miami [305] 400-6400 for current information. To avoid visa issues, UK companies with a Florida branch usually employ local American or Hispanic staff, with maybe one or two British staffers sent over on contract.   But there are thousands of British professionals, sole proprietorships and entrepreneurs established here, as evidenced by files maintained exclusively by the British Bureau of Florida since 1991.  Said resident Britons work in all types of businesses in all Florida zipcodes.   They have a colossal professional presence in Florida.   Most British-run businesses in Florida are 10 employees or less.  They are not required to register with the British government and open/close/move so current complete lists are a challenge to maintain.  The British Bureau is the only office in Florida maintaining files on British-run businesses across Florida.  A percentage are shown on this website and you will find some,  as members of FABB [Florida Association of British Business], listed in our membership directory:

►  The British Consulate-General office in Miami, Florida‘s trade office of the UK Government, called UKTI,   keeps a current list of UK-owned companies with branches/offices operating here. Tel. [305] 400-6400—choose trade option.   ALSO TO TRADE WITH THE UK from Florida, find an agent or distributor there, contact the Miami Consulate-General.

►  FLORIDA RANKS NUMBER 2 as best state in the USA to do business, according to a May 2014 study by Chief Executive Magazine.  They surveyed 500 CEO’s across the country about the best and worst states for business. The survey measures tax and regulatory regime, workforce quality and attractive  living environment. Texas was number 1 and California last of all.  To nobody’s surprise, Florida beat Texas in the quality of living environment category. Beaches beat oil rigs.  California came last due to its taxes and regulatory issues for business.

► Below are experienced British professionals in Florida. As with anybody you hire, do your due diligence, check out any required licences and talk to them before hiring:  See if they’re a fit for your needs! 

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► FLORIDA and UK LEGAL SERVICES: BRITISH-BORN LAWYER GAVIN TUDOR ELLIOT is the founder of The Elliot Legal Group and has his office in Ft. Lauderdale.  He is licensed to practice in England and Wales, Florida, and Washington D.C.  So he can handle UK-USA legal services to expat Brit Brits in Florida.  He offers representation in business and real estate transactions and litigation.  Mr. Elliot is a frequent recipient of numerous awards and accolades. He holds A.V. Preeminent Rating by Martindale-Hubbell (2020 and 2021) and is the recipient of Superlawyers Rising Star and Top 100 Lawyers 2021 Attorney of the Year awards.  He also received recognition as a Top 10% in the USA Corporate and Transactional Attorney list.  He has unique international and domestic experience earned in and out of the courtroom on behalf of small businesses and Fortune 500 companies in complex business and real estate matters. Contact Gavin to discuss your Legal needs directly on [754] 332-2101 or gelliot@elliotlegalcom   FABB member since December 2016.   

► STEVE WINTERS of Natural Prologic LLC.  Need something shipped to/from Florida? Or from anywhere in Florida to anywhere in the UK.  British run Natural ProLogic LLC  has your one-stop shipping and freightforwarding solutions.  Based in Boca Raton, with clients across Florida and the UK, they have moved many Florida Brits to/from UK, including returning expats from any part of Florida.  Licensed and insured with years of experience in this international industry.   Says British owner Steve Winters:  “ We handle and can offer any shipping needs, from a full container with household effects to an envelope by courier.  We have a much discounted Courier rate with DHL for docs and small parcels.   We have our own agents in London, Birmingham & Manchester, to ensure you have complete door to door service including customs clearance in UK and the USA.  Give us a try you won’t be disappointed.”   Expert Procurement & Logistics for more than 40 years.  In the first instance, call Steve on his cellphone [713] 503-1579  to discuss your needs and get a quote.   Send email to Steve Winters  steve@natprolog.com     Skype: stevewinters    On subject line put :  “Shipping query from FABB”   Company info on www.natprolog.com   Members of the Florida Association of British Business since 2016.

► UK PENSION:  DID YOU PAY INTO A UK COMPANY OR PRIVATE PENSION?  Take control of your UK pension(s) now! Contact fellow Brit JOHN TUNSTALL of FLORIN PENSIONS for an initial consultation to understand your options in the US before and during retirement. John is based in Tampa Bay and has specialized in providing UK pension transfer and investment advice to British expats in all parts of Florida for the last 19 years, since 2004. See company info on www.florinpensions.com  Contact John on cell (646) 338-5511 or email to jtunstall@florinpensions.com  On subject line put  UK PENSIONS QUERY. John is a member of the Florida Association of British Business. Florin Pensions is regulated by the SEC.  OTHER:  FOR A GOVERNMENT PENSION see the UK Pensions page on www.britishflorida.com  Don’t ask John about the government pensions.

 ►  STEPHEN HARTER.  UK-USA tax advice.   Owner Accounting Services provides a US/UK tax service  to owners of Florida rental properties. The company is run by British professionals Stephen Harter and Laurie Harter,  based in the UK [Lymm, Cheshire].  Stephen  Harter is a qualified UK Chartered Management Accountant and Enrolled Agent and Certified Acceptance Agent in the USA.  The Harters lived in Florida for several years and still own a place in Windermere near Orlando, so familiar with UK-Florida matters. They offer the following services:    ITIN Applications (Renewal and New) , Non-Resident US Tax Returns , US Business Tax Returns , Ex-Pat US Tax Returns , FIRPTA 8288B services (when Selling) ,UK Tax Filing  including reporting US Rental Income in the UK , FBAR Filing etc.  In first instance, send your query to stephen@owneraccounting.com  Or call their UK office 01144 1925758330    MEMBER OF FABB since March 2022.

► CAR INSURANCE FOR BRITS IN FLORIDA—-FIRST STEP:  CONTACT OUR INSURANCE AGENT TRAE WEST FOR THE CORRECT, CURRENT ANSWERS.  FABB has worked with agent Trae West for over 20 years.  We recommend him highly! West specializes in auto insurance for Florida Brits, newcomers and longtime residents.  Phone office (954) 649-2310 and ask for Trae West.   Or email:  traew@john-galt.com   On subject line put:   TO TRAE–British driver query. 
Or call Trae’s British office colleague there Andrea,  on  [954] 491-1942 who can advise British drivers in Florida.  West Insurance Group,  based in Ft Lauderdale with a St. Augustine satellite office. NOTE:  Many British newcomers to Florida over the years have used Trae to navigate through car insurance and get coverage.   TRAE says  “70% of my clients are Brits and FABB members and our agency will get you insured and advise you how to overcome problems.  Many insurance agents will NOT be able to answer your questions on international car insurance.  We can!”    FYI:  Once you’ve settled in Florida, West Insurance also offers homeowners, commercial property, business insurance and workers compensation–all useful for Brits living in Florida.  FABB members since 2002.

► RYAN AND THERESA SKRZYPKOWSK are licensed British realtors originally from Mansfield, Nottinghamshire. Along with agent Ken Moore, originally from Northamptonshire,  they are part of the RSTS Group Coldwell Banker Global Luxury Sarasota, Florida, established 2015. They are excited to assist you in finding your new home in the Sarasota or Manatee county area on the exquisite Gulf of Mexico and also are part of a nationwide referral network. Specializing in relocations, new home purchases, and investment properties, they have a vast knowledge base. Ryan and the RSTS Group are a Top 100 Coldwell Banker Agency in Florida of 20,0000 and Top 10 in the Sarasota area. Members of FABB [Florida Association of British Business]. Fellow Brits Ryan, Theresa, and Ken will happily assist you with any query that you may have. See website www.rstsgroup.com for company info. Reach Ryan directly on his cell [941] 387-6630 or email ryan@rstsgroup.com or Ken at [941]-779-7578 ken@rstsgroup.com.  FABB MEMBERS.  

► ROBIN HILL is one of the top professional photographers in Florida.  He has been a Miami Beach resident for over 20 years. See the talented Brit’s work on www.robinhill.net.
Reach him on cell [305] 785-6538 

► MONEYCORP  ££$$ Florida and UK.      TIP:   WANT TO SAVE WHEN TRANSFERRING UK CURRENCY? Or dollars over to UK ? DON’T USE YOUR BANK!  Use Moneycorp.  [I use Moneycorp myself-PK] TO FIND OUT MORE:    Phone Moneycorp’s Kelly Cutchin on  [863] 207-6616 at their HQ in Orlando to ask all your questions.  Or email your query to kelly.cutchin@moneycorp.com for details.  Moneycorp’s HQ is in London.  The pound is shaky.  That affects all expats in Florida who still have UK dealings. To transfer your precious funds, we highly recommend you use the services of Moneycorp.  This will save you fees and grief, as we Londoners say!  What your own bank won’t do is save considerable  exchange fees, like Moneycorp.  At lower rates than any bank   THE BEST WAY:   Moneycorp, the UK company with an office in Florida and droves of satisfied Florida clients. It is the only UK currency exchange company licenced to deal in 50 states.   Many expat Brits here have used this currency service for years and report huge savings and satisfaction.   Sent by the Florida Association of British Business [FABB.  Moneycorp have been trusted members since 2005. 

► ROYAL MAIDS FRANCHISES.  This ongoing Franchise opportunity is useful those seeking to buy an E2 qualifying business in Florida or other states, who don’t have much experience running your own business .  This is a successful British-owned franchise operation, with offices across Florida and the United States which has been established for many years.   Royal Maids is a topline residential cleaning service, much in demand by Americans, who love everything with a British theme. You don’t have to undertake cleaning yourself [unless you want to get involved]—you hire workers.  You can start one anywhere in Florida or across the United States.   Most are run by British immigrants like you, who got their E2 visa this way.  It has been featured in Emigrate USA and other UK publications and they have been FABB members since 2003.  The British owners are Joanne & Tim Hollindrake–HQ is in Sterling, Virginia.  Royal Maids franchisees are operating all over Florida, some by fellow Brits/FABB members.  First,  peruse their website:  www.royalmaidservice.com   Then if you are interested, contact Joanne & Tim.  Their email is office@regalmaids.com  Joanne & Tim have worked with FABB for many years, as well as Florida they have other locations in Georgia and Virginia known as Regal Maid Service   Phone [703] 975-8728 and ask to speak with Joanne.   

► SEEKING A FLORIDA BUSINESS FOR YOUR E2 VISA?  We recommend British owned Rockrose Realty Inc, business brokers and FABB members since 2005. They are trusted, efficient and experienced,  with a team ready to work for YOU!  Top BBF Dealmaker for Florida for 2 years and Top Deal maker and Mission Dollar Awards for Central Florida 2008 – 2019.  Based in Kissimmee, they can offer you E2 qualifying businesses of every type and price in Central Florida and throughout Florida, steering you through
the whole business-buying process.  See businesses available on their website www.floridabusinesses.net   First Step:  Contact British owner Susan M. Barnes to discuss your needs. Cell [407] 908-4663 or email to susan@rockroserealty.com   [NOTE:  If you also need to rent or buy a home, ask Rockrose. They are licensed realtors too].  

►  NAPLES AREA  experienced British realtor and FABB member KATHY RAINFORD  offers a professional, well-informed , honest service to Brits seeking vacation villas, investment properties and all other aspects of real estate in SW Florida. Short sales and foreclosures are hot topics at present! Contact me for list of these properties.  Kathy Rainford holds a Florida Brokers Licence and is a Certified International Property Specialist and Overseas Member of the UK National Association of Estate Agents Ltd.  Office phone in Naples [239] 430-1700 Cellphone [239] 601-7731. Email britishnaples@hotmail.com Realty World Top Producers Inc.  WEBSITES:    www.realtyworldtopproducers.com   and    www.buyingpropertiesinflorida.com  FABB member since May 2005.

► BRADENTON and SARASOTA:  Tracey Franklin is a full time licensed British expat Realtor who lives in Bradenton.  She works with Charles Rutenberg Realty.  A member of FABB [Florida Association of British Business],  she is originally from Leicester.  Tracey was with London’s Metropolitan Police for 27 years, retiring at the rank of Inspector After vacationing in Florida for 25 years and owning property here, Tracey and her British husband moved to Florida in 2016.   She has an extensive knowledge of the Bradenton area.  Tracey now utilises her negotiation skills to represent buyers and sellers from the UK and US and is passionate about helping YOU achieve your dream, whether a permanent home or vacation rental.  She is a member of NAR [ National Association of Realtors]  and RASM [Realtor Association of Sarasota and Manatee Counties]. See her website www.TraceyFranklin.com  To discuss your needs, contact Tracey direct on (941) 203 9338 or email her at traceylfranklin67@gmail.com                       [Latest-2020]

 ►  MEDICAL INSURANCE FOR BRITS in any part of Florida.  You’re in America now—you need medical insurance!!  For all your health insurance needs phone agent Scott Rose owner of Mainstreet Solutions agency in Boca Raton, established 1987, who specialises in medical insurance for Brits, even those over 80.  Says Scott:  ”  We can also cover newly arrived immigrants from the UK or any other country like Australia at a discounted rate.”   Various plans for all ages, including Lloyds of London,  Medicare advice, the new Affordable Healthcare [“Obamacare”],  and the affordable health savings account plan for Florida Brits.   ALSO temporary VISITORS INSURANCE coverage for your relatives or friends visiting from the UK for 3/6 months.   ALSO   A plan available for seniors age 63-73 and LongTerm Care Insurance for people over 60.    Ask Scott at Mainstreet Solutions to explain your options.  Call his office on [561] 392-4485.   OR email to:  Mainstreetins@msn.com  On subject line put:   TO SCOTT—–Medical for Brits.  Hundreds of British expats in all parts of Florida, including myself, have their coverage with Scott—Patricia Kawaja, FABB President.  Scott Rose has been a  FABB member since 1998.  

►  SOUTHWEST FLORIDA, including FT.MYERS and NAPLES AREA.   FABB Member Donna Mitchell is a licensed and experienced expat British realtor who specialises in the desirable Naples area in southwest Florida. Originally from Middlesex, she has lived in Florida since 1993 and helped many British buyers/renters find their ideal property.  Donna is a Broker/Owner for Win Realty, LLC who specializes in Fort Myers and Cape Coral.  Their website is  www.winrealty.org  You can reach me direct on [239] 297-0517 or email  dmitchell@winrealty.org

 ► FT. LAUDERDALE AREA 1]  COMPLETE PROPERTY REPAIR  in Ft. Lauderdale . British owned and operated.  Construction and remodelling .  Licensed and established for 2 decades.  Call British owner Sean McKendrick to discuss your needs on cell [954] 931–5681  or office [954] 584-7282.  [2]  ►  Kevin Skelhorn [954]  786-6017.   Kevin has years of experience in Broward county and Boca in the construction business and can recommend reliable, honest, efficient British and Irish workers you might need.

► CHEAPEST FLIGHTS TO UK and EUROPE.  Richard Hubbard [British travel agent]  [SEE his services on the UK travel page on this website]  Tel.  (786) 552-6214    Email:   rih@continentaltravelgroup.com    He works with established agency Continental Travel Agency. Cheap flights to UK and European Cities our speciality from Miami, Orlando and Tampa. GREAT DEALS ON BUSINESS CLASS to UK and European cities. ASK RICHARD. BEFORE YOU BOOK ELSEWHERE  Contact the British travel whizz we Florida Brits all use for a farequote:   Miami-based Richard has served British clients across Florida for over 23 years.   Great personal service from a fellow Brit!  He also does reversal fares, which are often cheaper,  where you book FROM the UK to Florida—-ask him about this. FABB Member since 1997.   

►  BRITISH ARCHITECT ETHAN ROYAL. Remodelling your home or have  a project needing an architect?  Use a local British architect who understands you better!  Contact British architect Ethan Royal in Miami.  About his company:  Miami International Architects is a design-centric firm that specialises in high-end residential, interior design, retail and mixed-use projects. The firm is led by an English architect who has been working in Florida and internationally since 2003.  The M-I-A Team consists of committed design professionals who create buildings and spaces that exhilarate and enrich with the singular ambition to exceed client expectations on every project. M-I-A can design your dreams!. For a quote/discussion of your needs, call fellow Brit Ethan on [305] 458-3989    He can furnish you with samples of his work on request.

   ► MERRITT ISLAND  BREVARD COUNTY IN EAST FLORIDA.   SUE GOLDTHORP is a licensed expat British realtor who is based in Merritt Island, handling property and sales of businesses in Brevard County.  Says Sue: “ I have MLS membership of the Space Coast Association of Realtors, Orlando and Miami.  Originally from Oxford I have lived all over the UK  before leaving at the beginning of 1997. I lived in New Zealand for 16 months then California for 5 years before moving to Florida in 2003.  I have been a Real Estate Investor since 2003, an agent since 2009 and Broker since 2011.”   Sue is Owner/Broker of Visulate LLC real estate brokerage in Merritt Island FL   See her website www.visulate.com   Contact Sue to discuss your property or business needs directly on her cell [321] 698-5198 or email sue@goldthorp.com .  Member of the Florida Association of British Business [FABB] since July 2015.

►  BONITA SPRINGS west Florida  Andy Smith is the British CEO of  ISOQAR,  an accredited certification body. This means that ISOQAR is accredited to audit organizations against a variety of quality, environmental, and other management standards. On a day-to-day basis, this work is regulated by the ANSI-ASQ National Accreditation Board (ANAB) in the USA. See exactly what they do from their website www.isoqarinc.com  Contact Andy Smith on [239] 947-6980 his office. Email: andy.smith@isoqarinc.com   FABB Member since February 2005

► ACCOUNTANT UK-USA.  JAMES ANDREWS  a chartered British accountant and Florida certified accountant on FABB team, with 30 years experience and a Florida resident for many years. Jimmy works with newcomers from UK to set up their Florida businesses and file tax returns.  NOTE TO UK BUYERS SEEKING BUSINESSES FOR AN E2 VISA :    When you have found a business to buy and are ready to make your offer to the sellers  DO DUE DILIGENCE. This is standard procedure when buying a business in Florida….contact Jimmy Andrews to find out more.  He is based in the Ft Lauderdale area and has clients all over Florida and the UK.   His fee is reasonable and varies according to the work involved.  JIMMY ANDREWS ACCOUNTING  Cellphone [305] 323-1278   email:   jand592040@aol.com   FABB Member since 2000.

►  ORLANDO Area.  Business broker RICHARD VEALE, originally from Essex, is an experienced licenced business broker [and real estate broker] who over the years has helped many UK clients find the ideal business which qualifies for an E2 visa.  Contact fellow Brit Richard to see the list of current businesses for sale in the Central Florida area.  Based in Orlando, reach him on his cell [321] 297-8161 or email richard@profilesrealty.com    WEBSITE  www.profilesrealty.com   VOTED Business Brokers of Florida Top Five and Deal Maker Award 2009. Richard was voted Business Brokers of Florida Top Five, won Deal Maker Award 2009, Business Brokers of Florida Million Dollar Award 2008 and 2009, 2013, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019.  [Updated 2020] 

►  LAKELAND [near Orlando]   TAX AND ACCOUNTING SERVICES.  British native and FABB member  Paul Jerome, has owned and operated his full service tax and accounting firm in the US for over 10 years since 2005. He is well versed in all US tax and accounting matters.  He offers business set-ups (i.e. advising the best business structure for each clients circumstance (i.e. Corps, LLC, etc.), full service accounting (payroll, bank reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, financial statement preparation) as well as being a full service income tax preparer.  He can advise on the best business set-up and can provide assistance in satisfying any visa requirements.  Paul’s firm has two locations, in Tampa and Lakeland, and has many clients that he services remotely.   Paul can be contacted by phone [813] 983-0235 Tampa office or  [863] 644-9756 Lakeland office or by email:  pjerome@americas-tax.com  His website is www.americas-tax.com  FABB member since November 2015.

► The British Consul General of Miami since 2018 is Nicolette Brent, M.B.E.  The Consul is always made an honorary member of FABB, our customary policy since FABB was founded in 1997.   See full details of his/her duties on the BRITISH CONSULATE page on this website.  

► THE BRITISH BUREAU of FLORIDA British-American Public Relations. Owner Patricia Kawaja, ex-Londoner.  Also President and co-founder of FABB in 1997.     Phone [305] 450-1755  Email: britishbusinessflorida@gmail.com   The British Bureau [established 1991] specialises in public relations, publicity and marketing services focused on Florida’s British community, businesses and individuals. We reach the British market for our clients.  ALSO: Immigartyion and relocation services for UK Brits. Everything we do is on this website www.britishflorida.com. If you need to reach the British community in Florida–ask us what we can do for you!  We have the only statewide British contacts database in Florida

► FT. MYERS  Donna Mitchell is a licensed and experienced expat British realtor who specialises in the desirable greater Naples area in southwest Florida. Originally from Middlesex, she has lived in Florida since 1993 and helped many British buyers/renters find their ideal property.  Donna is a Broker/Owner for Win Realty, LLC who specializes in Fort Myers and Cape Coral.  Their website is  www.winrealty.org  You can reach me direct on [239] 297-0517 or email  dmitchell@winrealty.org   FABB member since 2012

► SEBRING FLORIDA  Derek Hodges, British owner.  Direct  [863] 258-1125  Email:   derek@britishfox.com  WEBSITE   www.britishfox.com   Derek’s company has  developed a network of companies (free web pages) in Fox Business Network since 1997.   Joint ventures to develop internet business. Work with company owners to develop and expand web business. Derek Hodges, BSc, MIET. aka the “British Fox” Internet and eCommerce Expert and Speaker has worked closely with many of the companies who had taken advantage of these free pages to develop fully functional internet commerce sites. These internet commerce sites now generate over 3 million dollars per year of revenue, and are run exclusively by Derek Hodges , building his business over the last 2 decades.  Derek Hodges has extensive experience in search engine optimization, he or his companies became a Network Solutions Partner, a Go-Daddy Super Reseller and a Qualified Google Advertising Professional. He also is President of Net Patrol, Inc. a not for profit company, whose goal is to foster ethical internet commerce.

►  ORLANDO KISSIMMEE area    RICHARD VEALE is the British owner/broker of Profiles Realty based in Kissimmee.   Originally from Essex, he specialises in vacation, new and resale homes in the Kissimmee and Orlando areas. British Real Estate Broker/Realtor and member of FABB.  WEBSITE:  www.profilesrealty.com   For professional, reliable service call Richard anytime.  Office phone [321] 297 8161 or cellphone [321] 297-8161   Email richard@profilesrealty.com   FABB member since May 2007.

► ORLANDO DISNEY VACATION AREA  TONY O’REILLY-BROOKES is the British owner of a Property Management Company in Kissimmee. A Member of FABB [Florida Association of British Business, he is also a licensed realtor.  Tony has worked in Florida business since 2011, moving over with his English wife and two children from England.  He offers fellow Brits:  Property Management–long and short term rentals, Vacation home in the Disney area and realty services to British people who have made their decision to buy or rent here in the Sunshine State. He has helped many Brits “get sorted” in the Sunshine State!   He works with the brokerage of La Rosa Realty in Celebration. To see the complete range of services Tony offers YOU, see his comprehensive website  www.myorlandovacation.com   OR for realty searches only in the Kissimmee/Orlando area go to www.tony.larosarealty.com   Contact Tony O’Reilly-Brookes to discuss your needs on cell  [407] 572-5437  OR email  tony@myorlandovacation.com 

► ST. PETERSBURG  British architect Richard Headland, based in St. Petersburg. Call his office to discuss your needs: [727] 821-2986 extn. 208► TAMPA AREA.  BRITISH PLUMBER  Mark Whaites is a British master plumber and water treatment expert. Established in Florida since 2004.   His business Case Plumbing serves the Tampa area. Tel. [813] 831-7111.  

► TAMPA  TAX AND ACCOUNTING SERVICES.  British native and FABB member  Paul Jerome, has owned and operated his full service tax and accounting firm in the US for over 10 years since 2005. He is well versed in all US tax and accounting matters.  He offers business set-ups (i.e. advising the best business structure for each clients circumstance (i.e. Corps, LLC, etc.), full service accounting (payroll, bank reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, financial statement preparation) as well as being a full service income tax preparer.  He can advise on the best business set-up and can provide assistance in satisfying any visa requirements.  Paul’s firm has two locations, in Tampa and Lakeland, and has many clients that he services remotely.   Paul can be contacted by phone [813] 983-0235 Tampa office or  [863] 644-9756 Lakeland office or by email:  pjerome@americas-tax.com  His website is www.americas-tax.com  FABB member since November 2015

► ROYAL MAIDS FRANCHISES available in all Florida cities.  This Franchise opportunity is useful those seeking to buy an E2 qualifying business in Florida or other states, who don’t have much experience running your own business .  This is a successful British-owned franchise operation, with offices across Florida and the United States which has been established for many years.   Royal Maids is a topline residential cleaning service, much in demand by Americans, who love everything with a British theme. You don’t have to undertake cleaning yourself [unless you want to get involved]—you hire workers.  You can start one anywhere in Florida or across the United States.   Most are run by British immigrants who got their E2 visa this way.  It has been featured in Emigrate USA and other UK publications and they have been FABB members since 2003.  The British owners are Joanne & Tim Hollindrake–HQ is in Sterling, Virginia.  Royal Maids franchisees are operating all over Florida, some by fellow Brits/FABB members.  First,  peruse their website:  www.royalmaidservice.com   Then if you are interested, contact Joanne & Tim.  Their email is   office@regalmaids.com  Joanne & Tim have worked with FABB for many years, as well as Florida they have other locations in Georgia and Virginia known as Regal Maid Service   Phone [703] 975-8728 and ask to speak with Joanne.   

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£ $  TIP:  WANT TO SAVE WHEN TRANSFERRING over UK CURRENCY?   DON’T USE YOUR BANK!  Use Moneycorp.  [ I use Moneycorp myself–FABB President.]  TO FIND OUT MORE:    Phone Moneycorp’s Kelly Cutchin on  [863] 207-6616 at their USA HQ in Orlando to ask all your questions.  Or email your query to Kelly Cutchin  kelly.cutchin@moneycorp.com for details.   The pound is shaky.  That affects all expats in Florida who still have UK dealings. To transfer your precious funds, we highly recommend you use the services of Moneycorp.  At lower rates than any bank!  This will save you fees and grief, as we Londoners say!  What your own bank won’t do is save considerable  exchange fees, like Moneycorp.   NOW is an advantageous time for you to transfer any funds you have.  THE BEST WAY:   Moneycorp, the UK company with an office in Florida and droves of satisfied Florida clients. It is the only UK currency exchange company licenced to deal in 50 states.   Many expat Brits here have used this currency service for years and report huge savings and satisfaction.   Moneycorp’s HQ is in England.   Posted by the Florida Association of British Business [FABB].  Moneycorp have been trusted members since 2005.