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Abena Tax Advisory · Hagerstown, MD

Tax preparation and advisoryin Hagerstown, MD

Clear strategies. Transparent results. Individual and small business returns, prepared carefully and explained in plain English, with the price agreed before any work starts.

  • Secure document uploadDocuments handled privately
  • E-file and direct deposit
  • Price agreed before work starts
  • (609) 881-1123
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  • Local to Hagerstown, MD

    A neighbor you can sit down with, call or text, not a call center.

  • Price before we start

    After a quick look at your documents, you get the price. Work begins only once you agree.

  • Secure document upload

    Send forms through a private upload link instead of email or text.

    Private document handling

    Your forms are used only for your taxes. Abena explains how to share them when she confirms your time.

  • E-file and direct deposit

    Returns are filed electronically, with refunds sent straight to your bank account.

  • Plain-English answers

    Every line of your return is explained before you sign, and every question gets a straight answer.

Services

Tax preparation and advice for households and small businesses

Whether it is one W-2 or a growing business with quarterly payments, the process is the same: your return prepared with care and every number explained before you sign.

For Individuals

Households and families

  • Federal and state returns for W-2 earners, retirees, gig workers and families, walked through line by line before anything is filed.

  • Your return is filed electronically and any refund can be deposited straight into your bank account.

  • A careful look at the credits and deductions that may apply to you, like child, education and earned income credits.

  • Missed a year or spotted a mistake on an old return? Get caught up and corrected, one year at a time.

  • Bring the notice. Abena helps you understand what it says, what it is asking for and how to respond.

  • Withholding checkups and planning around life changes: a new job, marriage, a home purchase, a new baby or retirement.

For Small Business Owners

Self-employed, LLCs, startups

  • Returns for sole proprietors, freelancers, single-member LLCs and other small businesses, with income and expenses organized the right way.

  • Simple expense categories and a records routine you can keep up with all year, so tax time goes faster.

  • Estimated payments figured out and put on your calendar, so you can plan for what April brings.

  • Starting out? Talk through business structure, getting your EIN and exactly what to track from the first day.

  • A standing person to call when big decisions come up: hiring help, buying equipment or setting money aside for taxes.

How it works

A clear process from first call to filed return

You always know where your return stands, what it will cost and what happens next.

  1. 1

    Book a consultation

    Pick a time and tell us a little about your situation.

  2. 2

    Upload your documents securely

    Use your private upload link, or bring paper copies to your appointment.

    Share your documents

    Bring paper copies to your appointment, or share them the way Abena sets up with you.

  3. 3

    Agree on the price

    After reviewing your documents, you get the price before any work starts.

  4. 4

    Review, sign and e-file

    Walk through your return together, then file electronically with direct deposit.

  5. 4

    Review and sign

    Walk through your return together line by line before it is filed.

Secure document upload

Upload your documents securely

Every client gets a private upload link once a consultation is booked. Your forms go straight to Abena, never through email or text messages.

  • Photos or scans from your phone are fine
  • A checklist shows what is still missing
  • Paper copies are always welcome too
Your documents

Your documents stay private

When Abena confirms your consultation, she explains exactly how to share your forms. Your information is used only for your taxes.

  • Paper copies are always welcome
  • The What to bring list below shows what you need
  • Never text photos of Social Security cards
Tax season starts in January

Get on the calendar before the rush

The most convenient appointment times go first. Book a consultation now and your time is set aside for when your forms arrive.

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Until the April 15, 2027 filing deadline for 2026 returns.

What to bring

A checklist for your first appointment.

  • W-2s, 1099s and other income forms
  • Last year's tax return
  • Photo ID for you and your spouse
  • Social Security cards for dependents
  • Bank routing and account number for your refund
  • Childcare, tuition and mortgage statements
  • Business income and expense records
  • Any letters from the IRS or the state
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Meet your advisor

Abena Ellis

Tax Preparer and Advisor

Abena started Abena Tax Advisory to give individuals and small business owners around Hagerstown a calm, clear place to get their taxes done and understand them.

Every return is explained in plain English before it is filed, and every question gets a straight answer. Starting a business, catching up on a missed year or just tired of guessing: you leave knowing where you stand.

  • UpfrontThe price is agreed before work starts
  • PrivateYour information is used only for your taxes
  • ExplainedEvery line reviewed with you before filing
  • ReachableCall, text or email with questions
Not sure where to start?

Tell us about your situation

Three quick taps and a few words. Abena will reach out with what you need and the next step.

  • No documents needed yet
  • No commitment until you agree on a price
  • Your note goes only to Abena
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Questions

Frequently asked questions

Anything else? Call or text (609) 881-1123.

Is my information kept private?

Yes. Your documents are shared through a private upload link instead of email, and your information is used only to prepare your return and handle your tax questions.

Yes. Your information is used only to prepare your return and handle your tax questions. When Abena confirms your consultation, she explains how to share your documents safely.

How much will it cost?

It depends on your situation. After a short review of your documents, you get the price before any work starts, and you decide whether to go ahead.

Do you offer e-file and direct deposit?

Yes. Returns are filed electronically, and refunds can be deposited directly into your bank account.

When should I book my appointment?

As early as you can. Tax season opens in January and the most convenient times fill first. You can book now and bring or share your forms once they arrive.

Do you work with new businesses?

Yes. If you are just getting started, Abena can help you think through structure, your EIN and what records to keep so your first tax year goes smoothly.

I got a letter from the IRS. Can you help?

Yes. Bring the letter to your consultation. You will go over what it means, what it is asking for and the best way to respond.

Can you file returns from past years?

Yes. Prior-year and amended returns are part of the service. Bring whatever records you have and you will get a list of anything else needed.