Pickering's Tax Service

02/14/2026

The IRS or NJ Division of Taxation will never send you a text message.

02/14/2026

Wondering about your refund?

If you claimed the Earned Income Tax Credit or the Additional Child Tax Credit and are wondering where your refund is, don’t panic. You can expect to get your refund by March 3 if:

• You filed your return online
• You chose to get your refund by direct deposit
• We found no issues with your return

However, some taxpayers may see their refunds a few days earlier. Check Where’s My Refund for your personalized refund date. Visit here for more info: www.irs.gov/refundtiming

01/12/2026

For those on social security:

01/12/2026

03/17/2025

Be cautious of advice on social media that promises big refunds if you claim certain tax credits. This information is often wrong and may lead to refund delays or penalties.

Before you file a claim based on online advice, check www.irs.gov/scams.

03/05/2025

Attention all retired firefighters, EMS providers and police officers: did you know that you can reduce your taxable income by up to $3000 for medical insurance premiums paid during a calendar year?

01/11/2025

Hobby or business?!? https://ow.ly/286v50QlWhJ

Hobbies can be a good source of fun and finances. This , the offers a list to help you determine if your activity is a hobby or business for tax purposes.

Visit www.irs.gov/pub535 for a list of questions to help you determine if your hobby qualifies as a business.

10/29/2024

Deadline for Senior Freeze Property Tax Reimbursement is 10/31/2024!

The last day to apply for the Senior Freeze Property Tax Reimbursement is quickly approaching! To file, visit; https://www.nj.gov/treasury/taxation/ptr/index.shtml

10/29/2024

Remember NJ will not initiate a text exchange to request personally identifiable information regarding your Anchor benefit.

This is an example of a text messaging scam. Do NOT reply.
We will not initiate a text exchange to request personally identifiable information regarding your ANCHOR benefit or your income tax filing.
We urge you to contact us directly before providing any sensitive personal information in response to communications claiming to represent the ANCHOR program. Visit our scams page for more information: www.state.nj.us/treasury/taxation/scamalert.shtm