Tax Preparation in Chattanooga, TN
Get your federal and state returns prepared and filed correctly.
Who needs this
Anyone filing a 1040 — W-2 employees, families, retirees.
What it costs
National chains run $250-500 for a typical return; independent CPAs/EAs $300-800+ depending on complexity.
The Chattanooga picture
Chattanooga taxpayers filed 98,780 returns at an average AGI of $84,761. Self-employment runs high here — 19.5% of returns include Schedule C income, which raises both complexity and the value of good help.
FAQ
How much does tax preparation cost in Chattanooga?
National chains run $250-500 for a typical return; independent CPAs/EAs $300-800+ depending on complexity.
Who needs tax preparation?
Anyone filing a 1040 — W-2 employees, families, retirees.
How many providers serve Chattanooga?
The IRS lists 751 credentialed preparers in Chattanooga, TN — 234 CPAs, 48 enrolled agents, and 24 tax attorneys.
Local providers
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Gearhiser, Peters, Elliott and Cannon, P
ATTY
423-756-5171
United Tax Speicalists
4237353531
HHM CPAs
CPA
4237567771
SHIKHA ANCHLIA
CPA
Stephen D. Anderson, CPA
CPA
4233642553
Johnson Hickey Murchsion
CPA
Maya Professional Services
4238991801
JASON ASHLEY
CPA
Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C.
423-321-0375