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06/01/2026

06/01/2026

🎓 Graduation season is here!

As your student takes the next step toward college or career training, now is a great time to learn about the benefits of a 529 Education Savings Plan.

A 529 Plan helps families save for future education expenses while enjoying potential tax advantages. Funds can be used for qualified expenses such as:

✅ Tuition and fees
✅ Books and school supplies
✅ Required equipment and technology
✅ Certain room and board expenses

Whether your graduate is heading to a university, community college, trade school, or eligible career training program, a 529 Plan can help make education more affordable.

Planning ahead today can help reduce financial stress tomorrow.

📞 Have questions about education savings and tax planning? Contact TAX-411 at (562) 869-4000.

05/29/2026

🚨 IRS MYTH OR FACT 🚨

❌ MYTH:
“Only wealthy people and large corporations get audited by the IRS.”

✅ FACT:
The IRS can audit taxpayers at any income level. While some audits are random, many are triggered by inconsistencies, unusual deductions, or missing information.

🚩 Common Audit Red Flags Include:

• Failing to report all income
• Large business deductions that seem unusually high for your industry
• Excessive vehicle, travel, or meal expenses
• Claiming significant losses year after year
• Mixing personal and business expenses
• Home office deductions that don't meet IRS requirements
• Math errors or incomplete tax returns
• Large cash transactions without proper documentation
• Income reported by third parties that doesn't match your tax return

The IRS uses sophisticated computer systems to compare your return against industry averages and information reported by employers, banks, and other organizations.

The best defense against an audit is simple:

✔️ Keep accurate records
✔️ Save receipts and documentation
✔️ Separate personal and business expenses
✔️ Work with qualified tax professionals

Remember: A deduction isn't a problem if you can properly document it.

📞 Have questions about your deductions or audit risk?
Contact TAX-411 today.

You Can Count On Us.

05/28/2026

IRS MYTH OR FACT
Many people still misunderstand this…

MYTH:
“If I get paid through Cash App, Venmo, Zelle, or PayPal, the IRS can’t see it.”

FACT:
Money received through payment apps may still be considered taxable income if it came from business activity, side jobs, freelance work, services, or product sales.

The IRS may look at:
✔️ Business-related transactions
✔️ Deposit patterns
✔️ 1099-K reporting
✔️ Bank activity
✔️ Income that doesn’t match your lifestyle or expenses

Here’s where people get confused…

Sending money between friends or family for dinner, gifts, rent splitting, or reimbursements is generally NOT taxable.

But if you’re receiving money for:
• Side hustles
• Graphic design
• Hair services
• Online sales
• Consulting
• Construction work
• Freelance projects
• Any business activity…

…that income may still need to be reported — even if you never received a tax form.

One of the biggest mistakes business owners make is believing:

“If it’s digital, it’s invisible.”

Technology has changed.
The IRS has too.

The smartest move is not hiding income…
It’s building a proper tax strategy and staying compliant before problems happen.

At TAX-411, we help business owners understand the rules, protect themselves, and create smarter financial systems for long-term success.

You Can Count On Us.

#1099

05/28/2026

IRS problems can feel overwhelming.
The letters keep coming.
The stress keeps building.
And most people don’t know where to turn.

That’s why having the right person on your side matters.

With over 20 years of experience and a background as a former IRS Agent, Diane Jara has helped individuals and business owners navigate some of their toughest tax situations with confidence, strategy, and real solutions.

Whether you’re dealing with:
• IRS notices
• Audit defense
• Payment plans
• Tax debt
• Offer in compromise
• Business tax issues

You don’t have to face it alone.

At TAX-411, we believe people deserve guidance, honesty, and someone who will truly fight for them every step of the way.

Experience. Knowledge. Results.
And most importantly… peace of mind.

Let’s solve it together.
You Can Count On Us.

05/28/2026

“Count On Us” is more than a tagline.
It’s a promise we’ve stood behind for over two decades.

Need help with taxes, bookkeeping, IRS issues, business formation, or financial strategy?
Let our team guide you with experience, clarity, and care.

Schedule your consultation today and discover why our community continues to COUNT ON US.

05/27/2026

Meet Diane Jara — Founder & CEO of TAX-411, former IRS Agent, and a trusted leader who has spent more than 20 years serving her community and empowering small business owners through tax preparation, tax planning, audit representation, and financial guidance.

Driven by faith, integrity, and a true passion for helping others succeed, Diane believes in putting God first, leading by example, and serving people with purpose. Her mission goes beyond taxes — it’s about helping families and businesses build confidence, stability, and a stronger future.

If you’re looking for trusted guidance, real experience, and a team that truly cares, come meet Diane in person and discover why so many clients have counted on TAX-411 for over two decades.