Okay, let’s calculate this. So Carol has skills like accounting, income tax, auditing, and financial reporting. These are in-demand skills, especially in the US. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, accountants and auditors can earn median salaries ranging from $50,000 to over $80,000 depending on experience and location. Given her skills and location (Mount Dora, Florida), I’ll estimate her rate to be around $75 per hour, which is lower than the national average but still competitive for an entry-level or mid-level accounting professional in this region.