Our Team
Travis Funkhouser, CPA
Travis is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and founder of Maryland Tax Service, Inc., where he leads the firm’s team of tax professionals and advises individuals, families, and business owners on tax preparation and planning.
Travis has worked in tax since 2012 and has grown Maryland Tax Service from a solo practice into the team it is today, serving clients throughout the DMV, across the United States, and abroad. He has extensive experience in individual and business taxation, including more complex matters involving pass-through entity planning and K-1 taxation (partnerships, S corporations, etc.), equity compensation and stock options (ISOs, RSUs, etc.), multi-state taxation, and general tax planning and projections for current clients. His approach emphasizes proactive tax planning and helping clients minimize current and future taxes.
In addition to Maryland Tax Service, Travis is also an Investment Adviser Representative (IAR) with Glover Park Wealth Management, LLC. In this separate role, he brings a tax-focused perspective to financial planning and investment decisions, to help clients achieve their financial goals, while considering opportunities to minimize the associated tax impact.
His broader professional experience includes financial accounting, audit, and internal controls. He currently serves as an internal controls auditor with the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Outside of work, Travis enjoys spending time with his friends and family, cooking, fishing, and following Washington, D.C. sports teams.
Elliott Eaton, EA
Elliott Eaton is an Enrolled Agent (EA) with Maryland Tax Service, Inc., where he helps individuals and business owners navigate tax preparation, tax planning, and accounting matters with confidence.
Over the years, he has worked extensively with individuals, S corporations, partnerships, sole proprietorships, non-profit organizations, and estates and trusts.
His professional background includes serving as an Office Manager with H&R Block and as a Tax Senior with CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA). These roles provided valuable experience in tax compliance, client service, office leadership, and the preparation and review of complex tax returns.
He also has extensive experience using QuickBooks Online to assist businesses with bookkeeping, account cleanup, financial reporting, and maintaining accurate financial records. He is committed to providing responsive, practical guidance tailored to each client’s circumstances and long-term goals.
Outside of work, he enjoys volunteering in the community with his wife Jeannette, reading, and playing sports.
Andy Neal, CPA
Andy is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and the firm's longest-tenured team member. Andy brings years of experience in both financial accounting and taxation, helping Maryland Tax Service, Inc. clients navigate a variety of individual and small business tax preparation and filing requirements.
Andy's professional experience includes financial accounting in a local CPA firm and he currently provides a variety of accounting and tax services under his small business, Crux Accounting LLC.
He also has experience with QuickBooks Online bookkeeping, to help small business clients organize their accounting records to maximize their tax deductions.
Outside of work, Andy enjoys rock climbing, traveling abroad, and continuing his lifelong pursuit of learning. He is currently enrolled in the Maryland Society of Accounting and Tax Professionals (MSATP) Emerging Leaders Program.
Jeannette Eaton, Tax Assistant
Jeannette is the backbone of the Maryland Tax Service, Inc. team. Working behind the scenes, she plays an essential role in keeping the firm organized and operating smoothly. She manages many of the administrative responsibilities that support the firm’s clients and tax professionals, helping provide an efficient and seamless experience throughout the year.
Jeannette has five years of experience in the tax and financial services industry. As a Tax Assistant, she helps coordinate client information, maintain organized records, support tax preparation workflows, and ensure that important details are handled accurately and promptly. Her dependability, attention to detail, and commitment to client service make her an invaluable part of the team.
Outside of work, Jeannette enjoys horseback riding, hiking, and gardening.