We work with you to minimize your overall lifetime tax burden by managing your effective rate and taking advantage of federal, state, and local incentives to save you thousands of dollars.
We stay informed about and adhere to tax laws and regulations to minimize your tax compliance costs and avoid legal consequences and penalties.
The foundation of any business is its financial records. We work with you to ensure those records are accurate and timely so you can successfully manage your business.
Too many businesses go through the motions of accounting and tax preparation without stepping back to consider their larger strategy. We understand the intricacies of ever-changing tax laws and specialize in helping business owners minimize taxes through proper entity structuring, income recognition timing, and bona fide tax incentives. A single conversation could save you thousands over the next fiscal year.
We work with clients in some of the most financially complex and highly regulated industries. From income taxes to expense reduction to employee retention credits, we bring strategic direction to your business finances.
We’ll meet to go over your goals, and our team will conduct a full financial review
We’ll provide actionable recommendations to optimize your business tax liabilities
Expect ongoing support and document review year-round, not just during tax season
If your business operates in multiple states, we’ll advise on the nuances of taxation and employee benefits.
Tennessee has been declared a Federal Disaster Zone, so the April 15 filing AND payment deadline has been extended to June 8, 2026
We help family-owned businesses scale their companies and build a multi-generational legacy.
We leverage incentives to help exporters reduce their tax liability and compete globally.
We find and apply tax incentives available to businesses investing in Tennessee.
We navigate the complexities of income tax accounting for financial statements and audit reports.
Taxable distributions from your retirement plans commence the year you turn 73. From the day you retire until RMDs start is typically the lowest years of taxable income, which provides a window of opportunity for tax planning. Let us help you navigate these years to make sure you pay the least amount of income tax.
Income earned in a Roth IRA completely avoids income tax for your lifetime. By converting some of your retirement savings we may be able to reduce your lifetime tax burden.
Jason Hamilton, CPA, is a University of Tennessee graduate and is proud to call Knoxville home. Prior to founding CTC, Jason worked in national and regional CPA firms and helped create a tax department for a publicly held medical technology company. He’s passionate about working with business owners to holistically manage their companies and develop long-term strategic positioning. Jason is Treasurer of the Historic Tennessee Theater and a member of the Rotary Club of Knoxville.