Enrolled Agent · Clear Spring, Maryland
Find your balance with an Enrolled Agent in your corner.
Neda Eckhardt, EA is licensed to represent taxpayers before the IRS and specializes in taxation. Monthly bookkeeping, tax planning and tax preparation for small businesses with a passion for wellness, so you can get back to the people you serve.
- Federally licensed tax practitioner
- Tax planning included with every return
- 15+ years in small business
Enrolled Agent, licensed to represent taxpayers before the IRS
Member of
- NAEANational Association of Enrolled Agents
- AIPBAmerican Institute of Professional Bookkeepers
- MSATPMaryland Society of Accounting and Tax Professionals
15+ years in small business bookkeeping, payroll and tax
The Second Look
Was last year’s return planned, or just filed?
Bring it to your initial consultation. Neda will look at what was filed, what is changing in your business, and whether planning, monthly support or a cleaner set of books deserves attention. You leave knowing where you stand and what working together would look like.
- You are not sure every deduction and credit was used
- Your books feel broken or behind
- Your return was filed, but nobody planned ahead
- You want to understand your numbers, not just receive them
What “EA” means
You know CPA. Meet the EA, a federal license that specializes in taxation.
Many people assume every tax professional is a CPA. Enrolled Agent is a different credential, focused on tax and on representing taxpayers before the IRS. Each stone below is one reason it matters for your return. Select a stone to see it.
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Licensed to represent taxpayers before the IRS
“Neda Eckhardt is a Maryland based Enrolled Agent licensed to represent taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service.”
What it means for you: The person preparing your return and planning your taxes holds a license to represent taxpayers before the IRS. That is what the “EA” after her name stands for.
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A federal tax license
“EA’s are the only federally licensed tax practitioners who specialize in taxation.”
What it means for you: Enrolled Agent is a federal license, and it is a tax credential. When you see EA, you know exactly what kind of professional you are working with.
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Specialized in taxation
“EA’s are the only federally licensed tax practitioners who specialize in taxation.”
What it means for you: Tax is the focus of the credential, and tax planning is included with every return Neda prepares.
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Unlimited rights to represent you before the IRS
“EA’s … also have unlimited rights to represent taxpayers before the IRS.”
What it means for you: Her right to represent taxpayers before the IRS is unlimited. It comes with the credential, not as an add-on.
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More continuing education
“Her affiliations require more extensive continuing education requirements to ensure she is up to date on the latest tax updates.”
What it means for you: Through her memberships, Neda keeps up with tax law changes, like the 2026 updates she writes about on her blog.
Services
Three ways to work with Neda, with tax planning in every one.
Find Your Balance provides accounting and tax services for businesses with a passion for wellness. Your specific tax situation is reviewed and strategies are built to benefit you.
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Monthly Services Now onboarding
Let go of your books and get back to the work you love.
Monthly financial statements with account reconciliations, a monthly check-in on your business goals, tax planning strategies throughout the year, and tax preparation included.
Monthly Services is offered together with tax preparation: an updated financial statement is the first step to an accurate tax plan, and it makes filing much smoother.
- Financial statements and reconciliations
- Monthly goal check-ins
- Year-round tax planning
- Tax preparation included
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Individual Tax Preparation
Completed correctly, filed on time, with planning built in.
Neda reviews your situation to identify ways to reduce tax liabilities and make sure every available tax benefit is used. Tax planning is included for all returns.
- Latest federal, state and local tax law considered
- Every available tax benefit reviewed
- Tax planning included
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Business Tax Preparation
No software substitutes for a tax professional who knows your goals.
Simple or complex, your return is prepared so deductions and credits are used, it is filed accurately, and liabilities are minimized, with planning to keep you on track after tax season.
- Deductions and credits you might miss
- Accurate filing
- Planning after tax season
Meet Neda
An Enrolled Agent who teaches, guides and gives you grace.
Neda Eckhardt is a Maryland based Enrolled Agent licensed to represent taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service. She specializes in tax preparation, bookkeeping and tax planning, with over fifteen years of experience in small business bookkeeping, financial planning, payroll and tax preparation.
Born and raised in Rockville, Maryland, Neda now lives with her family on 25 forested acres in Washington County. Wellness is a vital part of her life, and it shapes how she works: financial literacy, accountability and patience. As her clients put it, she meets business owners where they are.
“Teaching, guiding, and holding our client’s accountable is a big part of partnering with us.”
Affiliations
Client reviews
“Run don’t walk before she books up.”
Small business owners, in their own words, as published on the Find Your Balance website.
“I cannot say more WONDERFUL things about Neda and her work. After a terrible experience with another accountant, I came to her with broken systems and lots of frustration. Neda was patient, kind, and most importantly helpful with all my questions and problems. As a solo small business owner, run don’t walk before she books up. One of the best investments I’ve made in my business to date!”
Emily Griswold “I have recommended Neda to so many other business owners who are looking for an accountant who believes in empowering their clients through education. She is very thorough with her consultations and always provides insights about ways to improve revenue and organization through modifications to business structures that I wouldn’t have considered.”
Dr. K. Virdee “Neda is an incredible accountant - I’ve found a unicorn! Not only is she very knowledgeable, but she also takes the time to understand your concerns and answer questions. She’s truly an essential partner for my business!”
Amy Peters “Since starting to work with her at the end of 2024, I understand my business structure and tax strategy so much better than I did before. … Her tax preparation is so thorough and thoughtful. We meet for tax planning and for return review, which helps me feel confident and clear about the whole process.”
Ellen Line “I’ve been working with Neda since 2022, and she’s been an absolute game-changer for my business. Not only is she incredibly skilled and knowledgeable, but she also offers invaluable emotional support. … She’s more than just a consultant; she’s a true mentor.”
Courtney BrownObstacles Under Recovery “Hiring Neda Eckhardt was the best decision I have ever made for my business. She makes the finance side so much less intimidating, helps me to prioritize business goals, and gave me back the mental head space to focus on where I shine by handling and organizing my books.”
Nicole HennessyThe Hennessy House
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“I use both the bookkeeping and accounting services, and Neda has been astronomically helpful. Definitely one of the best investments that I’ve made for my businesses (and my sanity because I loathe bookkeeping). Thank you!”
Danielle PientkaDIYDanielle “Neda is truly the best! She has patiently helped me as a solopreneur who knew nothing about bookkeeping and financials. … She is thorough and reliable, always following up on any questions I have during our calls. I can’t recommend her enough!”
Lindsay Young “Neda is just one of those people that fills the room with a sense of calm. She couples this with a deep knowledge of accounting and a nurturing advising approach to give her clients complete understanding of their finances and full confidence in taking next steps.”
Kathryn Chib “Find Your Balance and Neda have been tremendously helpful with all of our accounting and small business needs. I love her desire to support and encourage women-run small businesses, and her knowledge, patience and insight has been invaluable to me as I have begun mine.”
Amy Tindell “I am so thankful for Neda and her expertise! She has been amazing to work with and she is always encouraging. Neda is easy to communicate with and takes the time to explain what is needed. Thank you Neda!”
Kathryne CarterGrace and Virtue Events “As a young mother who is new to the adult world Neda Eckhardt made me feel prepared. She was honest and gave a lot of great feedback and recommendations for me and my situation. She really looks out for her clients and is very professional. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER!”
Angelina Logsdon
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EA, CPA and how it all works
Straight answers about the credential, the services and getting started.
What does “EA” after Neda’s name mean?
EA stands for Enrolled Agent. Neda Eckhardt is a Maryland based Enrolled Agent licensed to represent taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service. Enrolled Agents are the only federally licensed tax practitioners who specialize in taxation and also have unlimited rights to represent taxpayers before the IRS.
Is an Enrolled Agent the same as a CPA?
No, they are different credentials. Many people know the letters CPA; fewer know EA. An Enrolled Agent holds a federal license focused on taxation, with unlimited rights to represent taxpayers before the IRS. For tax preparation and tax planning, that focus is the point.
Is tax planning included with my return?
Yes. Tax planning is included for all returns, individual and business, so you stay on track after tax season is over.
Can I sign up for Monthly Services without tax preparation?
No. Monthly Services is offered together with tax preparation, because an updated financial statement is the first step to an accurate tax plan and it makes filing go much smoother.
Who do you work with?
Find Your Balance provides accounting and tax services for businesses with a passion for wellness, whose main focus is improving their own clients’ quality of life, along with individuals who want their return completed correctly and on time.
How do I get started?
Schedule your initial consultation online or call (301) 818-2282. Meetings are by appointment only. Current clients have their own scheduling page.
Let’s talk
Helping businesses with their books and taxes is our passion.
Schedule your initial consultation online, or call and talk it through. Meetings are by appointment only. Now onboarding businesses interested in Monthly Services.
Prefer email? hello@msnedaeckhardt.com · Current client? Use the client scheduling page