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Michael S. Meade
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37128
Michael S. Meade is a certified public accountant based in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. With over 15 years of experience in public accounting, he provides general accounting and advisory services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as individual tax services and tax compliance guidance. Mr. Meade's expertise also includes IRS representation and assistance with basic accounting services, such as financial statement preparation and budgeting.
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Benjamin P. Yarbrough
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37129
Benjamin P. Yarbrough is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. With over 15 years of experience in accounting and taxation, he specializes in providing expert tax planning and consulting services to family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, such as financial statement preparation and budgeting, as well as tax compliance and financial planning for individuals and businesses. Yarbrough also ensures clients' sales tax compliance, helping them navigate regulatory requirements and avoid penalties.
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Sarah K. Paxton
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37127
Dedicated to helping small businesses and individuals manage their finances, Sarah K. Paxton is a seasoned Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with extensive experience in General Accounting and Advisory services. Based in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, she has been providing expert guidance on tax planning, financial planning, and retirement account tax reporting for over 10 years. Specializing in Individual Tax Services and Financial Planning, Paxton also offers guidance on tax compliance for businesses of various structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs.
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Jerry W. Osteen
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37128
Located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Jerry W. Osteen has been providing accounting services since 1995. His practice focuses on assisting individuals and families with their financial planning and individual tax needs, as well as family-owned enterprises with payroll processing and sales tax compliance. With extensive experience in basic accounting services, he helps clients navigate various financial situations, including tax preparation and financial planning for personal and business goals. Mr. Osteen's expertise encompasses a broad range of services, including individual tax services and financial planning for a variety of industries.
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Szu Y. Brown
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37130
Murfreesboro-based CPA Szu Y. Brown has over 8 years of experience providing trusted accounting and advisory services to individuals and small businesses. Her services include general accounting and advisory, individual and business tax return preparation, basic accounting for small businesses, and individual tax services. With a focus on small and medium-sized businesses, Szu Y. Brown helps clients manage their finances and achieve tax compliance.
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Lorri W. Johnson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37128
Lorri W. Johnson is a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) based in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. With 15 years of experience, she specializes in providing Basic Accounting Services, Small Business Accounting, and Financial Planning to a diverse range of clients. Her expertise includes Payroll Processing & Compliance and Sales Tax Compliance, making her a valuable asset to businesses with complex tax needs.
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Reba M. Hinkle
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37130
Based in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Reba M. Hinkle is a certified public accountant with over 20 years of experience in providing expert accounting services to clients across various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. As a seasoned accounting professional, she specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and financial planning, helping individuals and families navigate complex financial situations. Reba Hinkle's expertise also extends to tax planning and consulting, as well as sales tax compliance, making her a valuable resource for businesses and individuals seeking accurate and timely financial guidance.
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Mary E. Underwood
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37133
Practicing as a certified public accountant in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Mary E. Underwood has nearly 20 years of experience providing financial guidance to family-owned enterprises and various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Her expertise encompasses individual and business tax return preparation, as well as tax compliance and business tax services. Furthermore, Mary E. Underwood offers representation before the Internal Revenue Service, assisting clients in resolving tax-related issues and disputes.
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Deborah D. Watson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37130
Deborah D. Watson is a certified public accountant based in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, with over 10 years of experience in accounting and taxation. She specializes in providing tax planning and consulting services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as preparing tax returns for retirement accounts. Her accounting firm serves various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, offering basic accounting services and business tax guidance. With a focus on small business accounting, Watson helps businesses navigate tax laws and regulations to achieve financial stability and success.
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Paula M. Farmer
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37129
Murfreesboro, Tennessee-based accountant Paula M. Farmer has over 10 years of experience providing financial expertise to various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Her services include bookkeeping, financial statement compilation, and tax planning and consulting, catering to the needs of entrepreneurs and startups. With a specialization in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services, Farmer helps clients navigate complex regulatory requirements and optimize their financial performance.

Tennessee's vibrant CPA market serves a rapidly growing no-income-tax state with diverse economy from healthcare to music. The Tennessee State Board of Accountancy requires 150 semester hours for licensure. CPAs must complete 120 hours of continuing professional education every three years, including 3 hours of ethics and minimum technical requirements.

Key Tax Considerations: Tennessee has no state income tax on wages (historically taxed interest and dividends, but that was eliminated in 2021), making it highly attractive for businesses and high earners. CPAs focus on federal tax compliance, sales and use tax, business tax on net worth or property (Franchise and Excise Tax), and preserving Tennessee tax advantages. The state's favorable tax climate attracts businesses and individuals from higher-tax states, creating opportunities in entity formation, residency planning, and business relocation advisory. Multi-state issues are common as people and businesses relocate from states like California, New York, and Illinois.

Industry Specializations: Healthcare systems and medical technology (Nashville is a major health services hub), music and entertainment (Nashville), logistics and distribution (major freight hub), automotive manufacturing (Nissan, GM, VW), tourism and hospitality, financial services, technology, and agriculture are key practice areas. Nashville CPAs often specialize in healthcare company accounting, music industry royalty taxation, or serving rapid-growth companies relocating to the state.

For CPA Professionals: The Tennessee Society of CPAs serves a rapidly expanding professional community. Nashville dominates with healthcare headquarters and music industry, Memphis focuses on logistics and distribution, Knoxville serves regional market and university community, and Chattanooga has emerged as a technology hub. The state's exceptional growth, no income tax, moderate cost of living (especially outside Nashville), and business-friendly environment create abundant opportunities. In-migration from high-tax states brings sophisticated clients needing tax planning and multi-state expertise. Competition is increasing with growth but expanding economy creates room for new entrants.