Beck's Tax & Business Services

05/06/2026

A reminder that this is *not* the way that this works. The IRS will not typically ask you to click through an email to confirm previously scheduled transactions. You may, however, receive an email with your Direct Pay confirmation number.

There are a few more hints that this is a scam. The scammer got the name of the tool wrong (it's "Payment Lookup" not "Look up a Payment") and the direction to look for help is also off (the links can be found at "Direct Pay help" or "Have questions or need additional information?" not a "Need help" link).

And always check the "from" email address (this one came from Japan—I'm seeing a lot of that lately) and double-check the details.

If you have questions about a transaction, go to the IRS.gov page directly. You can look up a payment, and you have until two business days before the payment date to cancel or make any changes. You can also verify your payment through your online tax account.

If you think you received a fraudulent email from someone claiming to be or to represent the IRS, you can report it. Here's how: https://www.irs.gov/help/report-fraud/report-fake-irs-treasury-or-tax-related-emails-and-messages

04/16/2026

As the official tax season comes to an end, I’m feeling especially grateful for the incredible people who walk through my doors. You are the reason I love what I do. Whether it’s a warm smile, a heartfelt thank you, or a thoughtful gesture of appreciation, I’m constantly reminded how fortunate I am to work with such amazing clients. It’s truly an honor to serve each and every one of you! Thank You! 🩷🙏🏽 Duberly “Not Becky” 😉

04/15/2026

Happy Tax Day!

Enjoy some freebies!

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01/19/2026

09/24/2025

The Internal Revenue Service, working with the U.S. Department of the Treasury, today announced that paper tax refund checks for individual taxpayers will be phased out beginning on Sept. 30, 2025.

Paper checks are over 16 times more likely to be lost, stolen, altered, or delayed than electronic payments. By Transitioning into electronic tax refunds, the is helping taxpayers stay safe.

09/18/2025

Day 4 at the IRS Tax Forum! As always, lots of great info. Getting ready for the upcoming tax season and here to assist my clients as much as possible!

09/02/2025

Beware of NEW California tax refund scam text!

It says you’ve got a refund from the state of California and asks you to ‘update your info.’ Click through and it immediately tries to grab your Social Security number and credit card details. The page looks convincing, but the URL gives it away.

Don’t fall for it!