Rush CPA & Associates, PLLC

Rush CPA & Associates, PLLC CPA Firm in Atlantic Iowa specializing in Tax, Payroll, and Bookkeeping

We are a CPA Firm offering tax preparation services as well as payroll, bookkeeping, and many other accounting services. Give Ben Rush or Matt Mullenix a call at 712-243-7770 or stop in and see us at 222 Chestnut Street Atlantic, Iowa.

🚜⏰ It’s Farmer Deadline Season & We’re in the Thick of It!We’re wrapping up returns for our farming clients as their spe...
02/28/2026

🚜⏰ It’s Farmer Deadline Season & We’re in the Thick of It!

We’re wrapping up returns for our farming clients as their special tax deadline approaches. Farmers have different filing rules and timelines than most taxpayers—and missing them can mean unnecessary penalties and interest.

This is your reminder that April 15 isn’t the only tax deadline. Different situations = different due dates.

📩 Have questions about your tax deadline? Reach out before it passes.

This can be a shocking time of year for some people. Do not panic if you owe more than you can afford, you have option...
02/18/2026

This can be a shocking time of year for some people. Do not panic if you owe more than you can afford, you have options! Let us help walk you though them.
Then, let's have a conversation about how you can make some adjustments to hopefully prevent the same thing from happening next year!

We don’t fall in love easily……but clean books and on-time filings?Yeah, that’s our love language 😍(Now is the time to bo...
02/14/2026

We don’t fall in love easily…
…but clean books and on-time filings?
Yeah, that’s our love language 😍

(Now is the time to bond over a delicious meal and some tax document gathering... we can't think of anything more romantic 😉)

Happy Valentine’s Day from the team that’s committed to your finances and possibly waiting on your info... 💘

Tax season brings out more than refunds… it also brings out scammers pretending to be the IRS. Here's some tips to help...
01/30/2026

Tax season brings out more than refunds… it also brings out scammers pretending to be the IRS.

Here's some tips to help you 👇

❌ The IRS will NOT:

• Text you

• Email you

• DM you on social media

• Demand immediate payment

• Ask for gift cards, Venmo, Zelle, or crypto

• Threaten arrest or deportation

✅ The real IRS:

• Contacts you by official mail

• Gives you time to respond

• Explains the issue

• Never pressures you to act “right now”

If something feels off, 1st - pause, 2nd - don’t click links, 3rd - don’t pay immediately.

Go straight to IRS.gov or call using a number you look up yourself. Log in or investigate from there.

At Rush CPA, we’re always happy to take a quick look and help you verify if you are in question. Better safe than sorry!

Not sure whether someone should receive a 1099 or a W-2? You’re not alone and getting it wrong can cause tax headaches l...
01/23/2026

Not sure whether someone should receive a 1099 or a W-2? You’re not alone and getting it wrong can cause tax headaches later.

Here’s the quick breakdown:
✔️ 1099 = Independent contractor
✔️ W-2 = Employee

Both have the same deadline (Jan. 31), but they’re treated very differently for taxes and reporting.

✨ Pro tip: Misclassifying workers is one of the most common (and costly) mistakes we see. If you’re unsure which one applies, it’s always best to ask before filing.

We’re happy to help you get it right the first time!

Think you missed your chance to invest for 2025?Good news — you probably haven’t!There are still opportunities to invest...
01/21/2026

Think you missed your chance to invest for 2025?
Good news — you probably haven’t!

There are still opportunities to invest in accounts that can come with tax advantages 💲

Not sure what applies to you? That’s where we come in!
At Rush CPA, we’re happy to take a look at your situation and help you understand which investment options could lower your tax bill and support your financial goals.

📢IRS e-file opens soon! Have your documents ready? We're accepting them now and preparing returns for filing.
01/16/2026

📢IRS e-file opens soon!
Have your documents ready? We're accepting them now and preparing returns for filing.

🚫 📨No more refund checks in 2026!Beginning in 2026, IRS refunds will be direct deposit only, no more paper checks in the...
01/12/2026

🚫 📨No more refund checks in 2026!
Beginning in 2026, IRS refunds will be direct deposit only, no more paper checks in the mail. 👉To keep your refund on track, make sure we have your current bank account information when you send in your 2025 tax docs. We’re here to make the process easy!

We care about our clients, which means we do our best to be intentional.By being selective with new clients, we do our b...
01/09/2026

We care about our clients, which means we do our best to be intentional.
By being selective with new clients, we do our best to ensure we have the time and energy to give where it is needed.

If you're interested in working with us, stop by or email us to request a short questionnaire so we can see if we're a good fit.

Tax season comes with a lot of questions.... we get it, the government doesn't have much that is simple to understand. 😵...
01/09/2026

Tax season comes with a lot of questions.... we get it, the government doesn't have much that is simple to understand. 😵‍💫
Watch for these FAQ post that will answer some of those common questions we hear.
We promise, no judgment, no confusing language just helpful answers for you to know you weren't the only one wondering that!

Let's start by taking one thing off your to-do list!

🎉 It’s that time again… TAX TIME is officially here! 🎉Drop a 👋 in the comments if you’re ready to get taxes checked off ...
01/08/2026

🎉 It’s that time again… TAX TIME is officially here! 🎉
Drop a 👋 in the comments if you’re ready to get taxes checked off your to-do list!
We're here to help.

Address

222 Chestnut Street, Suite 102
Atlantic, IA
50022

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5am
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(712) 243-7770

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We are a CPA Firm offering tax preparation services as well as payroll, bookkeeping, and many other accounting services. Give Ben Rush or Matt Mullenix a call at 712-243-7770 or stop in and see us at 222 Chestnut Street, Atlantic, Iowa.