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tax deadline moved to 7/15/20

Tax Deadline Moved to 7/15/20.

The IRS will extend the tax filing deadline to July 15, 2020 but encouraged tax payers to file now, especially if owed a refund.
We will continue to keep you informed as certain information becomes available.  We are here for you through this difficult time.  >> Read More

Celebrating 40 Years of Service to our Community!

“There has been a lot of change over the last 40 years, with technology, tax laws, and entrepreneurial business models.  I think we are very proficient in adapting our business to meet these changes and I am really proud of our team and the detailed level of support we provide to our clients,” reflects Valerie McLaughlin, CEO of Emerald Financial Partners.  Valerie’s daughter and the firms’ President, Christy Bennett-Rawlings, now leads many of the day-to-day initiatives.    Their team serves hundreds of clients in the Mid-Atlantic region and several national clients who require multi-state tax and accounting services.  Read the full story of the past 40 years!

Valerie McLaughlin to serve as Treasurer of GSPACC

The membership and new board elections for the Greater Severna Park and Arnold Chamber of Commerce meeting was held at the Blackwall Barn and Lodge in mid-November.  We are excited to announce that Valerie McLaughlin will be serving on the new board of directors as Treasurer.  The new board members will be sworn in at the January general membership meeting.  Come out and meet your chamber and community members on Jan 16!

fish for a cure

Emerald Financial Partners donates $1000 Match to Fish For A Cure

Emerald Financial Partners recently donated a $1000 match to the Fish For a Cure fundraiser to benefit the Geaton and Joann DeCesaris Cancer Institute at AAMC .  This worthy cause helps local families with a fully funded nurse navigator program to assist those affected by cancer.

Emerald gives back to community

A "Senior" Prom for Seniors at Future Care

Emerald Financial Partners has a strong commitment to our community.  As active members of Thrive Business Communities, we participate in quarterly initiatives to give back to the communities in which we live and work!  We recently threw a "Senior Prom" for the seniors at the Future Care in Arnold, MD.

Emerald gives back to community
Volunteered for Fish For A Cure Charity

Giving Back to Our Community

Emerald Financial Partners has a strong commitment to our community.  As active members of Thrive Business Communities, we participate in quarterly initiatives to give back to the communities in which we live and work!  Check out our recent activities!

Congratulations! Customer Rewards Contest $250!

When tax season is over, we are happy to celebrate!  This year, we rewarded one happy customer a $250 Visa Gift Card!  Congratulations to Laurene Doan!  Lauren is a Teacher’s Aide and has the summers off, so she said she's going to use it to fill up her gas tank all summer!

Lauren has been a loyal client for many years!  Thanks Laurene!

Ready to Get Your Taxes Done?

We have nearly 40 years of experience and we devote countless hours to continuing education that allows us to stay up-to-date on the latest tax changes and implications for your unique situation.

Download our Welcome Packet to get started!

Qualitax is now Emerald Financial Partners

Oct 2018 - This rebranding initiative reflects countless hours of thoughtful discussion about how we can provide a wider array of meaningful services to you, our valued clients.

View our entire press release for more information or contact us today and let's schedule a discussion to review your individual and business needs!