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Nola M. Lawson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ooltewah, Tennessee 37363
Nola M. Lawson is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Ooltewah, Tennessee, with over 15 years of experience in the field. She specializes in providing financial planning, individual tax services, and basic accounting services to individuals and families, as well as family-owned enterprises. Additionally, Lawson offers expertise in IRS representation and retirement account tax reporting to help clients navigate complex tax issues and ensure compliance.
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Stephen C. Turner
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ooltewah, Tennessee 37363
With over 25 years of experience, Stephen C. Turner is a seasoned CPA based in Ooltewah, Tennessee. Based on his areas of expertise, which include general accounting and advisory services, as well as individual tax services, Turner provides tailored guidance for various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. His specialization in providing basic accounting services to family-owned enterprises has allowed him to develop a distinct understanding of the complexities involved in managing these types of businesses. As an IRS representation expert, Turner also offers valuable assistance to clients facing tax-related issues.
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Gregory S. Eaves
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ooltewah, Tennessee 37363
As a seasoned accountant specializing in basic accounting services and individual tax services, Gregory S. Eaves is licensed to practice in the state of Tennessee. Operating out of Ooltewah, he has been serving individuals and families, as well as various business structures including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, since 2001. Gregory's services encompass tax planning and consulting, financial planning, and bookkeeping and financial statement compilation. His extensive experience and expertise in financial planning enable him to provide tailored advice to his clients, helping them make informed decisions about their financial well-being.
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Paul T. Wurm
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ooltewah, Tennessee 37363
Based in Ooltewah, Tennessee, Paul T. Wurm provides accounting services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With over 10 years of experience in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and tax compliance, he offers payroll processing and compliance support to clients. Paul prepares individual and business tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax regulations. He provides expert guidance to his clients on tax-related matters.
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Walter L. Rice,
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ooltewah, Tennessee 37363
Based in Ooltewah, Tennessee, Walter L. Rice is an experienced accountant providing financial guidance to various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With over 15 years of experience in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and tax compliance, he offers tailored solutions for entrepreneurs and startups. His specialized services include bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, as well as sales tax compliance to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
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Danny R. Grant
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ooltewah, Tennessee 37363
Danny R. Grant is a certified public accountant based in Ooltewah, Tennessee. With over 15 years of experience in accounting and taxation, he provides individual and business tax return preparation, as well as bookkeeping and financial statement compilation services to his clients. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services, focusing primarily on family-owned enterprises and small to medium-sized businesses.
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Richard W. Patton
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ooltewah, Tennessee 37363
Richard W. Patton is a certified public accountant based in Ooltewah, Tennessee, with over 15 years of experience in providing general accounting and advisory services to small and medium-sized businesses. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services, catering to the needs of family-owned enterprises and small businesses. Patton's tax planning and consulting expertise enables him to guide clients through the complexities of tax laws and regulations, helping them navigate the tax planning process with confidence.
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Linda S. Cummins
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ooltewah, Tennessee 37363
Linda S. Cummins is a certified public accountant based in Ooltewah, Tennessee, serving the accounting needs of small and medium-sized businesses, as well as individuals and families since 1998. Her specialization in tax compliance, financial planning, and basic accounting services has allowed her to provide expert guidance on financial matters, including payroll processing and compliance, as well as retirement account tax reporting. Cummins maintains an active understanding of the current tax laws and regulations, ensuring that her clients' financial information is accurate and up-to-date.
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Samuel T. Shafer,
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ooltewah, Tennessee 37363
Based in Ooltewah, Tennessee, Samuel T. Shafer has been providing accounting services for over 15 years. His expertise includes basic accounting services, financial planning, and individual tax services, catering to the needs of individuals and families as well as small and medium-sized businesses. Samuel's services encompass tax planning and consulting, with a focus on retirement account tax reporting, helping clients navigate complex tax requirements and financial decisions. As a licensed certified public accountant, he remains committed to staying up-to-date with changing tax laws and regulations to deliver informed guidance to his clients.
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Jon E. Schier
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ooltewah, Tennessee 37363
Jon E. Schier, a certified public accountant, is based in Ooltewah, Tennessee, where he provides comprehensive accounting services to his local clients. With over 15 years of experience in the field, Schier specializes in basic accounting services, including financial statement preparation and account reconciliations, as well as business and individual tax services. His expertise extends to serving various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, as well as entrepreneurs and startups, offering tailored tax planning and consulting services to meet their unique needs.

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.