My Favorite Part of Working at Nichols Cauley is…
"My favorite part of working here are the people, as well as working to identify top talent that will complement the business and add to the culture."
About Fernando Rey
At 18, Fernando sold his car to buy his first rental property, an experience that sparked a lifelong passion for real estate—and eventually tax advisory for estate-intensive clients.
Today, as a tax partner focused on domestic flow-through entities, Fernando concentrates on real estate clients, including commercial and multifamily owners, hotel and leisure operators, residential developers, and landlords. He also represents middle-market private equity funds, family offices, and entrepreneurs, helping them structure complex Partnerships and S Corporations to maximize U.S. tax efficiencies and leverage advantageous changes in the tax code. In addition to serving clients, Fernando plays an active role in growing the practice, collaborating across service lines to bring a full suite of solutions to the market.
CLIENT SUCCESS SPOTLIGHT
When a high-net-worth client's return refund was repeatedly delayed, Fernando pressed the IRS for resolution, which ultimately triggered a six-month audit instead of an immediate payment. After responding to multiple information requests and working closely with the agent, he secured a no-change result and the issuance of a $1.3M refund and approximately 200,000 dollars in interest.
Education
- Bachelor of Accounting
- Master of Taxation
Certifications
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
Professional Memberships
- Florida Institute of CPAs
Services
- Tax
Industry Expertise
- Real Estate
Community Involvement
- Amigos Together for Kids
- United Way