J T Clark CPA, LLC

10/27/2026

Tax Planning for Home Purchases and Sales

If you bought or sold a home this year, this article may contain information that is important to you.

10/23/2026

The IRS has replaced it's "IRS2Go" app. Check out this short reel related to managing your tax information online.

10/23/2026

Preventative measures is one way you can improve your data security. You can start with an Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN). The IP PIN prevents someone else from filing tax returns using your Social Security Number (SSN). You can request one using your Online Account.

Keep identity thieves from haunting your at www.irs.gov/ippin.

10/13/2026

The Michigan Infrastructure Council is asking residents to take part in a short public survey to help shape the upcoming Citizen’s Guide to Infrastructure Systems, expected in spring 2027.

This guide will explain how Michigan’s roads, drinking water, energy, internet, and other essential systems operate—and how decisions about improvements are made. The survey takes about 10 minutes and is open through October 30, 2026.

As a Michigan‑based accounting firm committed to supporting informed communities, we encourage our clients and neighbors to share their input.

Take the survey here:

Every day, we rely on infrastructure systems like drinking water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, wastewater, roads, bridges, and internet service, but most of us only think about these systems when things go wrong. When something stops working, we are left with questions: Why isn’t this working?...

10/02/2026

IRS Launches New Mobile App to Expand Digital Services
The IRS has released a new mobile app that replaces IRS2Go and gives taxpayers easier, secure access to key IRS tools right from their phones. The update is part of the agency’s push toward a more modern, digital‑first experience.

What You Can Do in the New App
The app now connects to selected features from your Individual Online Account, allowing you to:

Check refund and amended‑return status

View balances and payment history

Make payments

See certain IRS notices and letters

Access tax records and transcripts

Manage profile and communication settings

Retrieve your Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN)

More features will be added over time as the IRS continues expanding mobile access.

Where to Download
The app is free on the Apple App Store and Google Play. IRS2Go users will receive the update automatically if app updates are enabled.

Security Reminder
The IRS warns taxpayers to use only verified links and official app store listings. The IRS will never ask for sensitive information through unsolicited texts, emails, or pop‑ups.

IR-2026-114, Sept. 25, 2026 — The IRS today announced the launch of the new IRS mobile app, replacing IRS2Go and expanding the agency’s digital services to give taxpayers more ways to securely access IRS tools and account services from their mobile devices.

09/17/2026

📊 Looking Ahead: Early 2027 Tax Projections Released!

Even as we navigate the current year, tax strategy is always a forward-looking game. Bloomberg Tax just released its early 2027 Projected U.S. Tax Rates, signaling a roughly 3.2% inflation adjustment across key tax thresholds.

To help protect taxpayers from "bracket creep" as cost-of-living adjustments occur, the projections outline upward shifts for next year, including:

Standard Deductions: Projected to rise to $33,200 for married filing jointly (up from $31,500 in 2026) and $16,600 for single filers (up from $15,750).

Tax Bracket Thresholds: Projected to adjust upward across all filing statuses to account for inflation trends.

Why this matters right now: Proactive multi-year tax planning allows you to strategically time income, deductions, and retirement contributions well before December 31 hits—giving you a clear picture for both this year and next.

Bloomberg Tax's 2027 Projected U.S. Tax Rates give tax professionals early projections for tax brackets, deductions, and other key thresholds.

09/10/2026

The IRS just announced updates to the Paid Family & Medical Leave Tax Credit, and these changes make it easier for businesses to qualify and save on their taxes.

If your company provides paid time off for things like welcoming a new baby, caring for a loved one, or dealing with a serious health issue, you may now be eligible for a valuable federal tax credit.

The IRS has expanded and clarified the rules, giving employers more flexibility in how their leave policies are structured.

Supporting your team during important life moments is good for business — and now it may come with additional tax benefits too.

Tax Tip 2026-64, Aug. 20, 2026 — Employers, including small businesses, that provide paid family and medical leave to their employees may be eligible for an employer tax credit.

09/04/2026

Do you look at your paystub? Do you know how much federal, state, and other withholding is being taken out? Is it enough?

Sept 7-11 is "National Payroll Week" and the IRS is reminding taxpayers to check their withholding.

IR-2026-105: IRS reminder: National Payroll Week is time for a paycheck checkup Internal Revenue Service (IRS) sent this bulletin at 09/04/2026 11:10 AM EDT IRS Newswire September 4, 2026 Issue Number: IR-2026-105 Inside This Issue IR-2026-105, Sept. 4, 2026 WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Servi...

09/02/2026

JT Clark CPA was proud to have Josh participate in this year’s golf outing hosted by Hospice of Lansing! It was a great opportunity to connect with local professionals and enjoy a day on the course.

09/02/2026

Are you getting the most out of your S‑Corporation tax strategy?
Did you make the election, put yourself on payroll, and stop there?

Our S‑Corp Tune‑Up Tax Planning Package is a comprehensive review designed to help business owners uncover tax‑saving opportunities related to compensation strategies and potential deductions before they become missed opportunities.

Flat fee: $750

What’s included:
• Entity & Compliance Verification
• Reasonable Compensation Review
• Federal Tax Advantage Review
• State/Local Tax Advantage Review
• Shareholder Tax Advantage Review
• Personalized implementation steps

A proactive tax plan can help reduce surprises, improve cash flow, and ensure you’re getting the savings you signed up for when you elected S‑Corp status.

Schedule your S‑Corp Tune‑Up today and gain confidence that your tax strategy is working as hard as you are.

Contact us at (517)-992-5550 or [email protected] to get started.