Dempsey Vantrease & Follis PLLC

10/15/2026

Smart bookkeeping is the foundation.

For companies that do not have a bookkeeper on staff, we can assist with bookkeeping and the preparation of financial statements. Other services may include preparation of quarterly and annual payroll filings, sales tax filings, as well as miscellaneous business filings.

10/13/2026

A good tax strategy starts with a planning conversation in November, not a last minute collection of information in March. Let us know if we can help.

10/06/2026

Did you know? Self-employed individuals can use QuickBooks Online to record and track tax-related expenses, either on the mobile app or website

09/30/2026

A clear, defensible valuation gives you solid ground for major business decisions. Contact us today to learn more.

09/29/2026

As the holiday season begins, consumers are heading into it from very different financial positions.

In 2026, the “K-shaped economy” continues to highlight that divide. While higher-income households may have more flexibility to absorb rising costs, lower-income consumers and younger generations are approaching holiday spending more carefully.

For many, that means being more intentional about where their money goes — prioritizing meaningful gifts for family and loved ones while keeping a closer eye on the budget.

Read on in this latest QuickBooks article :

New Intuit QuickBooks data projects total holiday spending to reach $278 billion, as American consumers make room for their “joy budgets,” despite rising costs.

09/25/2026

A full schedule feels like success, but not every job pays the same. Up-to-date bookkeeping shows you which work is actually making money and which is just keeping you busy. DVF helps Middle Tennessee trades and service businesses see the difference.

09/23/2026

Tax returns and financial statements look backward. Good decisions look forward. DVF works alongside Middle Tennessee business owners all year, turning the numbers into a plan.

09/22/2026

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09/17/2026

The latest QuickBooks Small Business Index shows small business hiring cooled slightly in August.

Businesses with 1–9 employees shed an estimated 11,100 jobs nationwide, with employment declining across all eight regions tracked.

The numbers point to a little more caution among small businesses as we head into the final months of 2026.

📊 Check out the latest QuickBooks Small Business Jobs Report for a closer look at the trends.

The latest US small business jobs report from the Intuit QuickBooks Small Business Index. Track monthly hiring trends, sector growth, and employment data.

09/15/2026

When it comes to estimated taxes, there’s no way to know exactly what you will owe every three months. That’s why they’re called estimated taxes.

A good rule of thumb is to save 25–30% of your income for this purpose. There are reports in QuickBooks Online that you can create to help here.

They include:

• Profit and Loss
• Expense by Vendor
• Sales by Customer