Express Filing.
Maximum Certainty.
Individual & small-business tax preparation, all-state returns, and full IRS representation — handled by a federally licensed Enrolled Agent. Don't sweat it. We'll get it filed.
A taxonomy of expertise.
Every return is prepared by a federally licensed Enrolled Agent — not seasonal staff. Hover a service to see exactly what to bring.
Individual Tax Returns
Accurate, maximized personal filings — W-2s, 1099s, deductions, and credits handled with precision.
- W-2 forms
- 1099 forms
- Receipts & deductions
- Prior-year return
Small Business Tax
Schedule C, partnerships, and S-corp returns with clean books and every legitimate deduction captured.
- Profit & loss statement
- Balance sheet
- 1099-K / 1099-MISC
- Expense receipts
All State Returns
Multi-state and part-year resident filings — correctly allocated so you never pay a state twice.
- Residency dates
- State income records
- Withholding forms
- Move documentation
IRS Representation
As an Enrolled Agent, Ray advocates for you in audits, collections, and appeals — you don't face the IRS alone.
- IRS notice / letter
- Prior returns
- Supporting records
- Power of Attorney
Tax Consulting
Year-round strategic guidance on estimated payments, life changes, and planning that lowers next year's bill.
- Income projections
- Major life events
- Investment activity
- Business changes
Electronic Filing
Secure, rapid e-filing for federal and all states — faster acknowledgements and quicker refunds.
- Valid ID
- Bank routing info
- Signature authorization
- Review confirmation
From complexity to resolution — in five precise moves.
Initial Consultation
A focused conversation about your filing situation, goals, and any IRS correspondence you've received.
Document Intake
Send your documents securely. We confirm what's complete and flag anything missing before review begins.
Expert Review
Ray prepares and cross-checks your return line by line, capturing every deduction and credit you're owed.
Electronic Filing
You approve the final return. We e-file federal and all applicable states for the fastest acknowledgement.
Refund Received
Funds land in your account. We keep your records on file and stand ready for any follow-up.
Precision isn't a promise. It's the standard.
Don't sweat it. Ray handles it.
Ray Ashton is an Enrolled Agent — a tax practitioner federally licensed by the U.S. Treasury to represent taxpayers before the IRS in every state. That means your return is prepared, reviewed, and defended by someone who has proven mastery of the tax code and keeps that mastery sharp year after year.
Federally Licensed
Enrolled Agent status is the highest license the IRS grants a tax professional.
Unlimited Representation
Authorized to represent clients in audits, collections, and appeals before the IRS.
Continuing Education
72 hours of IRS-approved continuing education every three years to stay current.
Specialized in Tax
Unlike a general CPA, an EA's entire practice is dedicated to tax preparation and advocacy.
The TeamThe people behind the precision.
A federally licensed team backed by BBB accreditation — the expertise you need, the accountability you deserve.
Ray Ashton, EA
Federally licensed by the U.S. Treasury with unlimited representation rights before the IRS in all 50 states.
Grace Ashton, EA
Federally licensed by the U.S. Treasury with unlimited representation rights before the IRS in all 50 states.
Lauren Perkins
Coordinates document intake and client communication to keep every return moving on schedule.
Resources that keep you moving.
High-value tools you'll return to every season — part of the Ashton Express navigation suite.
Where's My Federal Refund?
Track your IRS refund status directly with the IRS — 24 hours after e-filing.
IRS.gov →State Refund Trackers
Find your state's department of revenue and check your state refund status.
TaxAdmin.org →Key Tax Dates
Federal filing deadlines, extension dates, and estimated-payment due dates.
IRS.gov →Respond to an IRS Notice
Received a letter? Don't ignore it — bring it to Ray for expert handling.
Contact Ray →Start your return in under two minutes.
No long forms. Just a few focused questions and Ray will reach out to finish the intake.
Serving individuals and small businesses nationwide — all 50 states represented. Local roots, federal reach.