Okay, let’s calculate Candy’s rate. She has a broad range of HR skills, but her certification as a Certified Public Accountant (inactive) suggests some financial expertise. However, her location in the Greater Charlottesville Area is not a major hub for finance or accounting. Considering her HR skills and location, I’m estimating her rate to be lower than what a finance professional would charge. A generalist HR consultant in this area might charge $50-$100 per hour. Let’s take a midpoint of $75.