Okay, let’s tackle this. So Linette has 30 years of experience in accounting, which is a long time. Typically, accounting professionals with this level of experience can command higher rates. However, her role as an accountant in the State of MD might be considered more administrative than high-level financial consulting. Considering her location in Baltimore, MD, and her skills, I would estimate her hourly rate to be around $75, which is a reasonable rate for an accounting professional with her experience and skills in a local government setting.