Simple
We do it all for you.
Stress-Free
Sleep soundly. We'll handle it.
Affordable
Full Preparation starts at $250.
We Make Your Tax Season Stress-Free
Our Goal is to Simplify Your Life
At Ascent Tax Services, we provide tax preparation services tailored to Gen Y & Z. We want you to focus on the things that matter to you, instead of stressing about your taxes.
For financial planning, check out our sister company, Ascent Personal Finance, that's held in common ownership with Ascent Tax Services.
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Simplify Your Life
Services & Fees
We'd love to work with you! Here are the different ways we partner to simplify your life.
Tax Return Preparation ($250 & Up)
Basic Preparation Package
Our basic package includes preparing and filing one federal and state return for $250 for single individuals or $300 for couples.
Additional Items
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Cryptocurrency Ownership & Transactions
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Additional State Returns
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Rental Property Ownership
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Small Business Ownership
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Real Estate Transactions
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High Volume of Capital Gain or Loss Transactions
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Partnership or Trust Interests
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Ownership of Foreign Assets or Bank Accounts
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Errors in Your Previous Return(s)
The Final Result
It's not rocket surgery. You give us your documents, we prepare your taxes, and you sleep better!
Our fee starts at $250 & is based on the complexity of your return. We'll provide you with an estimated fee before engagement. If we discover unexpected complexities, we'll let you know.
It's Simple.
You provide the info.
We handle it.
You relax.
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Focus on What Matters To You
What To Expect
Here's how we make your taxes as easy as 1-2-3, done.
"What brought you in today?"
Consultation
We'll have a relaxed conversation where we get to meet you and you get to meet us. We use this meeting to gather all the necessary facts and information we need to prepare your return. After the meeting, we'll provide you with an estimated fee & date by which we expect to finish your return.
The consultation is free and there's no expectation you'll use our services.
If you choose to engage us, we require half of the estimated fee up-front.
Preparation
Upon engagement, we get right to work on preparing your federal & state returns!
We're determined to make your taxes the least stressful they've ever been while taking advantage of 100% legal strategies to minimize your tax liability through attention to detail & care.
It's not rocket surgery. You give us your documents, we prepare your taxes, and you sleep better!
"We handle it, so you don't have to."
"You're good
to go!"
Filing & Review
Equipped with the information we've discovered in conversations with you and the returns we've prepared, we go over your completed documents with you and proceed to file your returns.
Upon filing, we charge the rest of your fee.
✅ Just like that, your taxes are done and it's off your plate! It's that simple.
Boom. Done!
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Unlock Confidence For Your Tomorrow.
Get To Know Us
Our goal is to build a deep and genuine relationship with you.
Meet Zechariah
Professional Zechariah 👨💼
In his role, Zechariah loves the challenge of communicating complex financial information and the joy of building long-term relationships with clients. He begins each of his partnerships with a series of conversations to discover and prioritize his client’s goals and interests. Zechariah is dedicated to his clients and works hard to provide high-quality service to ensure they remain on track to reach their financial goals.
During his schooling, Zechariah discovered his passion for empowering others to achieve financial freedom through tailored education and mentoring. He completed his financial planning degree at Liberty University and has worked at several premium boutique wealth management firms.
One common theme that he noticed during his time working at those firms was the immense challenge that finding excellent, personalized financial help is for young people. Additionally, he founded Ascent Personal Finance, sister company to Ascent Tax Services, to build excellent financial foundations for Gen Y & Z.
Weekend Zechariah 😊
I’m all about living life as the adventure that it is! My passions are getting to know people deeply through genuine conversations, discovering unique coffee shops, & exploring the Blue Ridge Mountains, where I live. If I’m not outdoors, then I’m in a coffee shop helping someone reach their financial goals.
I'm a technologist, advocate for accessible financial help, & excited to be a part of the movement revolutionizing financial services.
Zechariah Schaefer
Founder & Tax Preparer
Hometown: Lynchburg, VA
Education:
Liberty University
B.S. in Business Administration
Financial Planning Specialization
Passions:
😁 People. I LOVE people.
📈 Finance (If it wasn't obvious 😂).
🏔 Nature. Hiking & backpacking!
🚀 Blockchain technology. It's sick 🤓.
Interested in Learning More? We'd love to chat.
Located in Lynchburg, Virginia
Passionate about serving Gen Y & Z in LYH & Beyond.
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Our goal is to be your trusted financial partner.
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Inquiries
Mailing Address:
Ascent Tax Services
3300 Odd Fellows Rd Unit 10278
Lynchburg, VA 24506
Email: Zechariah@AscentTaxServices.com
Text/Call: 609-772-5665