Christine Hinton CPA

03/06/2026

If your gross income is less than the federal standard deduction, you usually do NOT need to file a tax return, but getting this wrong can cost you. Know the exceptions to the rule!

Do you need to file a tax return this year? Here are some handy tips to help you decide.

03/04/2026

March momentum starts now - smart 2026 tax planning, credits vs. deductions, retirement tips for every age, and stronger protection against 2FA scams. Read more in this month's newsletter.

March is all about momentum, especially when it comes to planning ahead for 2026. In this month’s newsletter, we explore why your tax planning cycle begins now and share practical steps to help you get started in the right direction. A key part of this strategy is understanding the difference...

02/27/2026

Don't run out of money during retirement. Here are five great ideas.

Retirement planning and tax planning go hand in hand. Here are five great planning ideas on how to ensure you have a nest egg when you are ready to retire.

02/20/2026

One of the best tax deductions is your home. Know the rules to maximize your tax benefit.

Are you capturing all the tax benefits built into homeownership? Here are the most common.

02/13/2026

Did you know you can rent your home or cabin tax-free for up to 14 days per year?

Did you know you can rent out your home or vacation property for up to 14 days and not need to claim the income? Here are some tips to take advantage of this opportunity.

02/06/2026

Partnerships and S Corporations must file their tax returns on time...or else. Here is the penalty.

Over the past few years, the IRS has penalizing late filers of sub S corporation and partnership tax returns. This despite the fact that late filing of the tax return does not typically impact the timely payment of the tax.

02/04/2026

Even if you think your taxes are carefully completed, your business can get hit with unexpected tax bills, denied deductions, and IRS penalties. Tossing tax documents too soon makes it harder to challenge these risks.

Without records to substantiate your claimed income, expenses, or credits, you risk losing those deductions and credits during an audit, which can lead to owing back taxes plus interest and penalties.

Our team can help you get organized, set up a recordkeeping system, and stay ready for tax season and beyond. Let’s talk before you start cleaning out your files.

02/04/2026

A little preparation can make tax season smoother. This month's newsletter shares tips for early organization, avoiding IRS issues, cutting hidden costs, and helping protect your kids online.

A little preparation can change the entire tax return experience. In this month's newsletter, read about how getting organized early with a clear checklist can help you gather the right information and avoid last-minute pressure. You'll also learn how spotting easy-to-miss income sources can help yo...

01/30/2026

Understand contemporaneous or pay the price. An IRS term with meaning.

The Internal Revenue Service has a vocabulary of their own. One of the more important is their use of the word "contemporaneous". What does it mean, and why should you care?

01/23/2026

The 10% early withdrawal penalty does not always need to sting you. Here are ways to leverage retirement assets without that penalty.

While it is not a good idea to tap retirement accounts prior to retirement age, sometimes it cannot be avoided. What can often be avoided, however, is the punitive 10% penalty for early fund distributions. Outlined here are exceptions to the 10% penalty rule.

01/20/2026

Client feedback like this drives our team to keep raising the bar.

01/20/2026

Tax season has begun — and starting the process now comes with a number of potential benefits, including:

✅ Getting your refund sooner.
✅ Avoiding last-minute stress and missing paperwork.
✅ Giving yourself more time to pay if you owe taxes.
✅ Lowering the risk of tax-related identity theft.

Don’t wait to get started. Call us today, and let’s make this tax season your smoothest one yet.