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09/11/2025

🇺🇸 September 11, 2001 – Never Forget
Today, we remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost and the countless heroes who rose in the face of unimaginable tragedy.
We honor the first responders, the families, and every person impacted by that day.

Let this serve as a reminder of our unity, our resilience, and the strength we find in each other.

09/01/2025

Here’s to the workers, the builders, the makers, and the doers. 💪

Happy Labor Day from all of us at Certainty Tax Advisors. Wishing you a well-earned rest and time to recharge.

08/29/2025

Myth: Filing an extension gives you more time to pay.
Fact: It only gives you more time to file. Your payment is still due by the original deadline.

08/27/2025

⚠️ Skipping your federal tax return doesn’t make your responsibility go away; it only makes penalties and interest pile up. Delay too long, and you could face liens or wage garnishments. Better to act now than deal with bigger problems later.

What to do next: https://www.ctaxadvisors.com/post/understanding-the-consequences-of-not-filing-federal-income-taxes

The Risks of Late or Non-FilingFiling federal income taxes on time is crucial. Taxpayers face various penalties and complications when this deadline is missed without action, such as not filing an extension. The most immediate is the failure-to-file penalty, which amounts to 5% of unpaid taxes for e...

08/25/2025

Too small for a full-time CFO but too busy to wing it? We provide CFO-level financial insight—without the full-time cost. From forecasting to cash flow, we’ve got your back.

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How many hats are you wearing in your business? When you started your company because you had a passion for whatever it is you are doing.

08/22/2025

💰 Friday Tip: If you’re self-employed, set aside 25–30% of your income for taxes. Your future self will thank you in April.

08/20/2025

💼 Freelancing in New York? Deductions, estimated payments, and recordkeeping rules can feel overwhelming. Tracking those receipts carefully and knowing the rules around self-employment can make tax time way lighter.

Get freelancer-focused tips: https://www.ctaxadvisors.com/post/filing-taxes-as-a-freelancer-in-new-york-tips-and-tricks

Navigating the world of taxes as a freelancer in New York can be daunting, but with the right strategies, it can be manageable. Here are some essential tips and tricks to help freelancers and independent contractors effectively manage their taxes. Understanding Estimated Taxes Freelancers need to pa...

08/18/2025

Got a letter from the IRS? Haven’t filed in years? Don’t wait for the penalties to pile up. There’s always a way forward—you just have to take the first step.

Start here: https://www.ctaxadvisors.com/tax-problems

If you are having problems related to the Internal Revenue Service or the New York State Department of Finance, we can help. We are here to resolve your problems and alleviate the stress and anxiety caused by dealing with the IRS.

08/15/2025

💡 Fun Fact Friday: The IRS issues over 200 million notices a year. Most aren’t bad news, but they all deserve attention.

08/13/2025

📝 Found a typo on your W-2 or a surprise in your 1099 after filing? Don’t let it snowball into an IRS audit. Mistakes happen—it's how quickly you correct them that matters most.

Learn how to fix it: https://www.ctaxadvisors.com/post/how-to-fix-a-mismatched-w-2-or-1099-before-it-triggers-an-irs-notice

Tax season comes with its fair share of paperwork, and for many, that means juggling W-2s, 1099s, and other income forms. But what happens if the information on your tax return doesn’t match what the IRS receives from your employer or client? These mismatches—often the result of a typo, incorrec...

08/11/2025

Tax season stress is usually the result of poor planning. Want to keep more of what you earn and avoid surprise bills? Year-round tax planning makes it possible.

Let’s build a smarter strategy: https://www.ctaxadvisors.com/tax-planning

Planning is the key to successfully and legally reducing your tax liability. We go beyond tax compliance and proactively recommend tax-saving strategies to maximize your after-tax income.

08/08/2025

📊 Fun Fact Friday: The first federal income tax in the U.S. wasn’t permanent—it was introduced in 1861 to help fund the Civil War. It taxed incomes over $800 (about $28,000 today) at just 3%!

Taxes have come a long way since then… and so have the rules. Staying informed is the best way to keep more in your pocket. 💡