About Lystra John
Lystra John, EA, is an experienced Enrolled Agent and tax professional dedicated to helping individuals and businesses achieve stronger financial outcomes through personalized tax and financial solutions. As an IRS-authorized Enrolled Agent, she provides expertise in tax preparation, tax planning, and financial guidance tailored to meet each client’s unique goals.
Lystra has developed a reputation for delivering client-focused service with an emphasis on financial growth, education and long term stability. Her approach combines professional expertise with practical strategies designed to help clients navigate tax matters and make informed financial decisions with confidence.
Lystra has developed a reputation for delivering client-focused service with an emphasis on financial growth, education and long term stability. Her approach combines professional expertise with practical strategies designed to help clients navigate tax matters and make informed financial decisions with confidence.
Tax Agencies Serviced
Federal Tax Agencies
- Internal Revenue Service
State Tax Agencies
- New York State Department of Taxation
- North Carolina Department of Revenue
- New Jersey Division of Taxation
- Connecticut Department of Revenue Services
Reviews
Problem Experience
- Unpaid Taxes
- Past Due Tax Return
- Wage Garnishment
- Unfiled Returns - No Balance
- Tax Lien
- Tax Penalties
- Bank Levy
- Tax Audit or Examination
- Notice of Determination
- Spousal Tax Issue
- Tax-Related Identity Theft
- Tax Refund
- Tax Return Mistake
- Unpaid Taxes
- Unfiled Tax Returns
- Treasury Offset
- Wage Garnishment
- Tax Warrant
- Tax Penalties
- Seizure
- Bank Levy
- Sales Tax
- Criminal or Tax Evasion
- Tax-Related Identity Theft
- Tax Audit or Examination
- Franchise Tax Issues
- Unpaid Taxes
- Unfiled Tax Returns
- Treasury Offset
- Wage Garnishment
- Tax Lien
- Tax Penalties
- Seizure
- Bank Levy
- Criminal or Tax Evasion
- Tax-Related Identity Theft
- Tax Audit or Examination
- Sales Tax
- Franchise Tax Issues
- Unpaid Taxes
- Unfiled Tax Returns
- Sales & Use Tax Audit
- Wage Garnishment
- Tax Lien
- Tax Penalties
- Seizure
- Bank Levy
- Unfiled Sales Tax
- Unfiled State Payroll Tax
- Criminal or Tax Evasion
- Tax-Related Identity Theft
- Tax Audit or Examination
- Unpaid Taxes
- Unfiled Tax Returns
- Wage Garnishment
- Tax Lien
- Tax Penalties
- Bank Levy
- Seizure
- Tax Audit or Examination
- Tax-Related Identity Theft
- Criminal or Tax Evasion
- Sales Tax
Solution Experience
- Payment Plans
- Individual Tax Preparation
- Offer In Compromise
- Currently Not Collectible
- Partial Payment Installment Agreement
- Levy Release or Reduction
- Penalty Abatement
- Amend Tax Returns
- Innocent Spouse Relief
- Injured Spouse Relief
- Lien Withdrawal
- CAP Hearing
- CDP Hearing
- Business Tax Preparation
- Trust Tax Preparation
- Gift and GSTT Tax Preparation
- Estate Tax Preparation
- Lien Discharge
- Audit Reconsideration
- Lien Subordination
- Tax-Related Identity Relief
- Bankruptcy
- Fraud Examination Support
- 4180 Interview Support
- Audit Representation
- Estate (Fiduciary) Tax Preparation
- Criminal Tax Defense
- CSED Analysis
- Pro Se Tax Court Petition
- Streamlined Filing Procedure
- Tax Court
- Tax Refund Support
- IRS Transcript Analysis
- Tax Consultation Service
- Payment Plan
- Penalty Abatement
- Offer In Compromise
- Levy Release or Reduction
- Individual Tax Preparation
- Lien Release
- Innocent Spouse Relief
- Business Tax Preparation
- Audit Defense & Support
- Amend Tax Returns
- Hardship - CNC
- Estate Tax Preparation
- Fiduciary (Trust & Estate 1041)
- Tax Appeals
- Tax Amnesty
- Criminal Tax Defense
- Bankruptcy
- Tax-Related Identity Relief
- Tax Court
- Payment Plan
- Penalty Abatement
- Individual Tax Preparation
- Levy Release or Reduction
- Offer In Compromise
- Lien Release
- Amend Tax Returns
- Innocent Spouse Relief
- Business Tax Preparation
- Audit Defense & Support
- Tax Appeals
- Criminal Tax Defense
- Bankruptcy
- Tax Amnesty
- Tax-Related Identity Relief
- Tax Court
- Payment Plan
- Penalty Abatement
- Levy Release or Reduction
- Individual Tax Preparation
- Lien Release
- Business Tax Preparation
- Closing Agreement (OIC)
- Amend Tax Returns
- Tax Appeals
- Audit Defense & Support
- Inheritance Tax Preparation
- Estate Tax Preparation
- Payroll Tax Preparation
- Criminal Tax Defense
- Sales and Use Tax Preparation
- Dept of Labor & Workforce Audit
- Bankruptcy
- Gross Income Tax Audit
- Tax Amnesty
- Tax-Related Identity Relief
- Tax Court
- Payment Plan
- Penalty Abatement
- Levy Release or Reduction
- Offer In Compromise
- Individual Tax Preparation
- Business Tax Preparation
- Amend Tax Returns
- Appeals Support
- Audit Support & Defense
- Innocent Spouse Relief
- Tax-Related Identity Relief
- Estate Tax Preparation
- Criminal Tax Defense
- Bankruptcy
- Tax Amnesty
- Tax Court
Tax Types Serviced
Corporate Tax
Excise Tax
Alcoholic Beverage Tax
Fisheries Related Taxes
Tobacco Tax
Oil & Gas Tax
Income Tax
Employment/Payroll Tax
State Sales & Use Tax
State Cannabis Tax
Gift Tax/GST Tax
Highway Use Tax
Estate Tax (Form 706)
Estate & Trust Income Tax (Form 1041)
FIRPTA
Taxpayer Types Serviced
Individuals
Sole Proprietor
Limited Liability Companies
S-Corporations
C-Corporations
Estates
Expatriates
Non-Profits/Charities
Partnerships/Multi-Member LLC
Professional License & Designations
Professional Licenses
State/Federal
Enrolled Agent
Federal
2/6/2026
Active
Related Work Experience
| Job Title | Company | Location | Work Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seasonal Tax Expert | Intuit - TurboTax | Burlington, North Carolina | Jan 2020 - Present |
| Owner | 5star Financial Lifestyle | Burlington, North Carolina | Feb 2019 - Present |
Education
| Educational Institution | Degree | Graduation Year |
|---|---|---|
| New York Institute of Technology | Bachelor's Degree | 2006 |
Associations & Memberships
| Associations or Memberships | Position | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| National Association of Tax Professionals (NATP) | Member | 2025 - Present |
| National Association of Enrolled Agents (NAEA) | Member | 2024 - Present |
Contact Information
Address
Burlington, North Carolina 27217
In Office Visits
No
Book Appointment
Pricing & Payments
Free Consultation
Virtual Consultation
Hourly Billing
Flat Fee Pricing
Contact Me for Details
Amex
Visa
Mastercard
Zelle
Publications
| Publication Type | Publication Name | Title | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Book | Book | Numbered For Wisdom: 52 Weeks, 14 Lessons, 7 Keys for a Life of Legacy and Intentional Living | View Publication |
| Book | Book | My ABC's are Lit: Financial Coloring Book for Children | View Publication |
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