The Hurst Company, CPAs

10/01/2026

* Public Service Announcement for Residents of Nassau County *

Do you or someone you know have special medical needs that could make evacuating during a hurricane or other emergency difficult?

Nassau County residents who may need transportation assistance or medical support at a public shelter during an ordered evacuation can register with the Florida Special Needs Registry before an emergency occurs.

Registration may be appropriate for residents who:
• Do not have transportation to a public shelter during an evacuation
• Have daily healthcare needs beyond the basic first aid available at a general shelter
• Are medically stable but need assistance with activities of daily living
• Use prescribed medical equipment that requires uninterrupted electricity, such as an oxygen concentrator or nebulizer

Don't wait until a storm is approaching. New applications and updates stop being accepted 72 hours before tropical-storm-force winds are expected.

If this applies to you, please take a few minutes to register and make sure you have an evacuation plan in place. Please share this information with family, friends, and neighbors who may need assistance.

Learn more and access the Special Needs Registry through Nassau County Emergency Management:

https://www.onenassau.com/evac-special-needs

A little planning now can make a big difference when an emergency happens.

09/03/2026

08/31/2026

Nassau County has launched the RISE (Resources for Independent Small Businesses) Program, a three-year pilot program intended to help qualifying small businesses reduce certain County development costs. Eligible businesses may receive up to $20,000 in pre-approved credits toward qualifying fees such as mobility, impact, inspection, application, and permit fees.

The program is intended for small, for-profit Nassau County businesses undertaking qualifying expansion, construction or development projects. Applicants must have a formal, comprehensive business plan and work with the Nassau County Small Business Development Center (SBDC). The process begins with an SBDC consultation, followed by an application submitted to Nassau County for review.

If you’d like more information, please let us know.

07/15/2026

IRS Increases Standard Mileage Rates Effective July 1, 2026

If you use your personal vehicle for business, medical, moving, or charitable purposes, take note of the IRS's updated mileage rates.

Effective for miles driven on or after July 1, 2026:

• Business: 76¢ per mile (up from 72.5¢)
• Medical & Qualified Moving: 23.5¢ per mile (up from 20.5¢)
• Charitable: 14¢ per mile (unchanged by law)

If you deduct vehicle expenses using the standard mileage method, be sure your mileage logs distinguish between travel before and after July 1, as two different rates apply during 2026.

If you have questions about how these changes affect your tax situation, we're happy to help.

06/15/2026

Two federal tax breaks can help offset the cost of accessibility improvements. In 2026, qualifying small businesses (with $1 million or less in gross receipts or no more than 30 full-time employees in 2025) may claim the Disabled Access Credit. It’s generally worth 50% of eligible accessibility costs (up to a $5,000 maximum). Businesses of any size may also deduct up to $15,000 per year for qualified architectural and transportation barrier removal. You can claim both benefits in the same year, but not for the same expense. New construction isn’t eligible for either break. If you’re planning upgrades, call us at (904) 261-5575 to help you make the most of these incentives.

04/02/2026

If you haven’t recently reviewed your estate plan, there may be multiple reasons to do so now. Read More: https://www.hurstcpa.com/blog.php

12/15/2025

The annual gift tax exclusion is one of the simplest estate planning tools—see how year-end gifts can move wealth tax-free while you’re still alive.

Read More: https://www.hurstcpa.com/blog.php