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05/15/2026

Family is everything 💙
This International Family Day, we’re celebrating the people who matter most—and the importance of building a secure financial future for them.
From childcare credits to education savings and everything in between, smart tax planning can make a real difference for your family’s well-being.
Let us help you take care of the numbers, so you can focus on what truly matters—time with your loved ones.

05/13/2026

Important reminder ⚠️
Federal tax-free treatment for forgiven student loans ended after 2025.
• Loans forgiven in 2021–2025 → tax-free
• Loans forgiven in 2026 and later → generally taxable income
This applies to most student loans, including Parent PLUS loans.

05/11/2026

Estate and gift tax limits are increasing for 2026.
• Lifetime estate and gift tax exemption rises to $15 million
• Annual gift tax exclusion remains $19,000 per recipient
This means you can give up to $19,000 to as many people as you want without filing a gift tax return.

05/08/2026

Families who adopt may qualify for a larger adoption tax credit in 2026.
• Credit available on up to $17,670 of qualified adoption expenses
• Up to $5,120 of the credit is refundable
• The full credit is available for special-needs adoptions, even if expenses are lower
Income limits apply.

05/06/2026

Retirement savings limits are going up in 2026:
• 401(k) limit: $24,500
• Catch-up (age 50+): $8,000
• Catch-up (age 60–63): $11,250
IRAs:
• Traditional & Roth IRA: $7,500
• Catch-up (50+): $1,100
Income limits for Roth IRAs and deductible traditional IRAs are also increasing, allowing more taxpayers to qualify.

05/05/2026

Let’s taco ‘bout getting your taxes done right 🌮🎉

This Cinco de Mayo, we’re celebrating hard work, community, and a little bit of fun along the way. While you enjoy the festivities, remember—it’s always a good time to stay on top of your finances.

Whether you need help organizing your books or filing with confidence, we’re here to make the process smooth and stress-free.

Now that’s something worth celebrating 💃

05/04/2026

May the 4th be with you… and your taxes 😄✨
In a galaxy not so far away, staying on top of your finances is the real force that keeps everything in balance. Whether you're a Jedi Master of deductions or still learning the ways of the tax code, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
Don’t let tax stress lead you to the dark side—let us help you bring peace to your returns.
May your refunds be strong and your paperwork stress-free 🚀

05/01/2026

They say laughter is the best medicine… but a well-filed tax return is a close second 😄

This World Laughter Day, we’re celebrating the joy of smiling a little more—even during tax season. Whether you're crunching numbers or just trying to find that one missing receipt, don’t forget to take a break and laugh a little.

After all, a good laugh won’t lower your tax bill… but it will make the process a whole lot easier 😉

Need help making tax time less stressful? We’ve got you covered.

04/29/2026

Good news for small businesses and gig workers:
The filing threshold for 1099-NEC and 1099-MISC forms is increasing from $600 to $2,000.
• Applies to 2026 payments
• Forms issued starting in 2027
Casinos also expect this higher threshold to apply to certain gambling winnings.

04/27/2026

Beginning this year:
• Up to $20,000 per year can be withdrawn tax-free for K-12 education
• More K-12 expenses now qualify
• No limit on tax-free withdrawals for college expenses
529 plans continue to be a flexible education-savings tool.

02/13/2026

Teachers can deduct more of their out-of-pocket classroom expenses in 2026.
• Up to $350 per teacher
• Up to $700 for married couples who are both teachers and file jointly
This deduction helps offset the cost of supplies many educators pay for themselves.

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