Johnson Agen Kupferschmidt & Associates

06/16/2026

💲Tax Tip Tuesday💲

Being a small business owner or entrepreneur can be a heavy lift sometimes. Fortunately, there’re several tools and resources that can help them manage their tax responsibilities efficiently.

Business Tax Account
Business Tax Account is a secure, centralized platform that allows authorized users to:

-View tax balances
-Make payments including Offer in Compromise for eligible users
-See payment history
-Download select digital notices
-View eligible transcripts, such as payroll and income
-Request a tax compliance check
-See the business name and address on file with the IRS

BTA recently expanded access to millions more users. The organizational types that can access BTA are sole proprietorships, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, federal, state, and local governments, Indian tribal governments, and tax-exempt organizations. For more information or to learn about eligibility requirements to use BTA, visit www.irs.gov/businessaccount.

Information Returns Intake System
IRIS is a modernized system that lets taxpayers e-file information returns for tax years 2022 and later as well as file a correction and request automatic extensions.

Digital and mobile-friendly forms
Certain IRS forms are available for taxpayers to easily complete and submit from their computer, cell phone or tablet. This gives taxpayers a safe and fast way to electronically engage with IRS. For forms that require signatures, they need an IRS Individual Account to complete the mobile friendly forms.

IRS Secure Messaging
It’s a way for taxpayers and authorized representatives of a taxpayer/business to directly interact with IRS representatives. Taxpayers can submit electronic documentation quickly and securely and reduce or eliminate the need to call or mail documents. Secure messages can be sent to you by IRS representatives.



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06/09/2026

💲Tax Tip Tuesday💲

Got mail from the IRS? Don’t toss it

Some taxpayers may get mail from the IRS. It’s important that they open any mail they receive and read it carefully.

Most letters or notices are about federal tax returns or tax accounts. Each notice will outline the specific issue and include steps the taxpayer needs to take. A notice may reference changes to a taxpayer's account, taxes owed, a payment request or a specific issue on a tax return or credit.

Review the information. If the mail is about a changed or corrected tax return, the taxpayer should review the information and compare it with the original return. If the taxpayer agrees, they should make notes about the corrections on their personal copy of the tax return and keep it for their records. Typically, a taxpayer will need to act only if they don't agree with the information, if the IRS asked for more information or if there’s a balance due.

Take any requested action. This may include making a payment. The IRS and authorized private debt collection agencies do send letters by mail. Taxpayers can also view digital copies of select IRS notices by logging into their IRS Online Account. The IRS offers several options to help taxpayers struggling to pay a tax bill. Taking prompt action could minimize additional interest and penalty charges.

Reply only if needed. Taxpayers don't need to reply to a notice unless specifically told to do so. If a taxpayer needs to call the IRS, they should use the number in the upper right-hand corner of the notice and have a copy of their tax return and letter.

Let the IRS know of a disputed notice. If a taxpayer doesn't agree with the IRS, they should follow the instructions in the notice to dispute what the notice says. The taxpayer should include information and documents for the IRS to review when considering the dispute.

Keep the letter or notice for their records. Taxpayers should keep notices or letters they receive from the IRS for three years from the date the tax return was filed. These include adjustment notices.

Watch for scams.
The IRS will never contact a taxpayer using social media. The first contact from the IRS usually comes in the mail.



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06/08/2026

⚠️ REMINDER: ⚠️
Don't let the calendar sneak up on you! 🗓️ Q2 estimated taxes are due by June 15th. Take a few minutes to get yours submitted this week so you can enjoy the rest of June stress-free! ☀️💼

06/06/2026

Happy Birthday to the wonderful Sandy! 🥳🎉

Wishing you a fantastic day filled with cake, laughter, and zero work emails. We are so lucky to have you on the team. Have the best day! 🎂✨

06/04/2026

🧀 Deep-Fried Curds for Breakfast? YES PLEASE! 🧀

This Saturday at the Nelson Family Farm for the 51st Annual Barron County Dairy Breakfast!

They're serving up:

🥞 Pancakes & Maple Syrup
🍳 Fresh Omelets
🧀 Deep-Fried Cheese Curds
🍨 Culver's Custard Sundaes

📍 Where: 903 7 1/2 Ave, Barron, WI
🕕 When: 6:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Come hungry and leave happy! Supporting our local dairy farmers never tasted so good. 🐄❤️

06/02/2026

💲Tax Tip Tuesday💲

It’s not too early to start planning for next year: Check withholding now

Even though the tax filing deadline for tax year 2025 passed a couple weeks ago, it’s not too early to start planning for next filing season. Planning now can help taxpayers avoid surprises next year. One action that can be taken is checking for proper tax withholding.

What is withholding?
Taxpayers need to pay their tax as they receive their income, and they do this through withholding. For employees, “withholding” refers to the federal income tax portion of each paycheck that an employer takes out for tax purposes. It can also be the amount from earnings self-employed people and others voluntarily set aside to pay their estimated taxes.

How taxpayers can check their withholding
The IRS Tax Withholding Estimator is a free, easy-to-use tool that helps workers and retirees estimate the amount of federal income tax to withhold from their paychecks now for the taxes they will owe next year.

The estimator reflects the changes to credits and deductions under the One, Big, Beautiful Bill. This includes the deductions for tips, overtime, car loan interest and enhanced deduction for seniors. It also accounts for updates tied to family-related credits, homeownership, and charitable giving.

What are the benefits of using the IRS Tax Withholding Estimator?
By using the estimator, taxpayers can manage their estimates based on any personal life change, such as buying a home, changing jobs, having a child or changing their marital status.

For people who recently completed their 2025 tax return, the IRS advises using the IRS Tax Withholding Estimator to consider all income sources such as full-time wages, side jobs and any sale of services or goods.

By adjusting tax withholding, taxpayers can:

Prevent owing money and potential penalties at tax time
Adjust withholding to increase take-home pay instead of waiting for a refund
What else taxpayers need
For an effective tax withholding estimate, taxpayers will need certain documents including:

All income statements, including their spouse’s if filing jointly
Data from other sources of earnings
Their most recent income tax return



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05/26/2026

💲Tax Tip Tuesday💲

Options for taxpayers who need help paying their tax bill

The filing and payment deadline for most 2025 federal tax returns is April 15, 2026. There are exceptions for taxpayers in a disaster area, combat zone or living and working abroad. Taxpayers who can’t pay their tax bill by the deadline shouldn't panic – the IRS offers a variety of options to help taxpayers meet their obligations.

Those struggling to meet their tax obligation may consider several options to resolve their tax bill. The Tax Debt Help tool on IRS.gov provides individuals and businesses with a simple, accessible way to explore payment options and identify next steps based on their situation. These options include:

Online payment plans
Most individual taxpayers qualify for an online payment plan. The quickest and easiest way to set up a payment plan is through the online payment agreement, available on IRS.gov. Setup fees may apply.

Short-term payment plan – The total balance owed is less than $100,000 in combined tax, penalties and interest. This gives a taxpayer up to 180 days to pay their balance in full.

Long-term payment plan – Also known as a simple plan or installment agreement. This option is available online and to individual taxpayers that owe $50,000 or less in combined tax, penalties and interest. Most taxpayers have up to 10 years to pay off their balance, but the longer the term on the payment plan, the more interest, penalties and fees will add up. Payments may be made using direct debit (automatic bank withdrawal). This eliminates the need to send in a payment each month, saves postage costs and reduces the chance of default.

Once the online application is complete, the taxpayer is notified immediately whether their plan is approved. There’s no paperwork and no need to call, write or visit the IRS.

Other payment options
Anyone who can’t qualify for an online payment plan should consider these options:

Offer in compromise – Some taxpayers qualify to settle their tax liabilities for less than the total amount owed by submitting an Offer in Compromise. Taxpayers should use the Offer in Compromise Pre-Qualifier tool on IRS.gov to see if they qualify.
Temporary delay of collection – Taxpayers can contact the IRS to request a temporary delay of the collection process. If the IRS determines that the taxpayer is unable to pay, it may delay collection until the taxpayer’s financial condition improves. Penalties and interest continue to accrue until the full amount is paid.
Taxpayers can get details on these options and more by visiting the Tax Debt Help page or reviewing Topic 202, Tax payment options, on IRS.gov.

Penalty relief to eligible taxpayers
Taxpayers may qualify for penalty relief if they tried to comply with tax laws but are unable to due to circumstances beyond their control.



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05/25/2026

05/23/2026

Happy Birthday to a wonderful coworker! 🥳 Hope your day is filled with celebrations and plenty of cake!

05/20/2026

Friendly reminder! 👋
Johnson, Agen, Kupferschmidt & Associates Inc. will be closed next Monday, May 25th, for Memorial Day. We'll be back to serve you on Tuesday, May 26th!