About J-Tax-S · Dallastown
J–tax–S, Inc. is a tax preparation business founded in 2005 by Jeri Beth Dettinger, an Enrolled Agent — the highest credential awarded by the IRS. The firm offers individual tax preparation services with a relaxed, 'homey' atmosphere, including kid-friendly amenities like coloring pages. It has grown from its original location in Jacobus to a new building in Red Lion, Pennsylvania, in 2020, citing loyal clients and referrals for its expansion. Services include in-person appointments, drop-off, secure client portal, and mail-in options, with prices starting at $150 for federal, state, and local returns with free e-filing.
J–tax–S, Inc. is a small, client-focused tax preparation office in Pennsylvania founded in 2005 by Jeri Beth Dettinger, an Enrolled Agent. The firm specializes in individual tax returns and emphasizes a low-pressure, friendly environment — staff often wear casual clothes and fun animal slippers, and offer coloring pages for children. They serve clients in Dallastown and surrounding areas, with services available via in-person visits (often booked a year in advance), drop-off, secure client portal, or mail. Prices start at $150 for federal, state, and local returns with free e-filing. The business has expanded twice since 2005 — first to Dallastown in 2014, then to a new building in Red Lion in 2020 — and credits its growth to client referrals. They also offer notary services and have a client portal for document uploads and e-signatures. The firm is not explicitly Catholic-owned or affiliated, despite its warm, community-oriented tone.
- In business
- since 2005
- Owner
- Jeri Beth Dettinger
- Serves
- Dallastown, Red Lion, and surrounding areas in Pennsylvania
About Us
J–tax–S, Inc. was founded in 2005 by Jeri Beth Dettinger, an Enrolled Agent — the highest credential awarded by the IRS. We specialize in individual tax preparation with a relaxed, 'homey' atmosphere. We are kid-friendly and offer coloring pages for children. We have grown from our original location in Jacobus to a new building in Red Lion, Pennsylvania, in 2020, thanks to our loyal client base and referrals.
Services
We offer individual tax preparation with federal, state, and local filing included. Prices start at $150 with free e-filing. We provide in-person appointments (often booked a year in advance), drop-off service, secure client portal, and mail-in options. We also offer notary services and do not perform DMV notary work.
Why Choose Us
We are proud to be an Enrolled Agent — the highest credential the IRS awards — and we adhere to strict ethical standards. Our clients rest easy knowing their returns are in qualified hands. We offer a low-pressure, relaxed environment with fun animal slippers and coloring pages for kids. We have an excellent client-retention rate and are proud of our high-quality services.