Kevin E. Parker Agency

10/15/2026

Behind every decision is a commitment to doing things the right way.

At K.E.P we listen, educate, and guide with purpose.

That's The Parker Standard.
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10/12/2026

W-2 or W-9? Knowing the difference can make tax season a lot easier! At K.E.P we make taxes less confusing.

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10/07/2026

📍We’ve Moved! K.E.P has a new home

735 Taylor Road, Ste 205
Gahanna, OH 43230

New location. Same Parker Standard.

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10/06/2026

Turning 65 comes with a lot of questions—and Medicare is usually one of the biggest.

The good news? You don’t have to figure it all out on your own. We can help you understand your choices, ask the right questions, and feel confident about what comes next.

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10/05/2026

Medicare doesn’t have to be confusing

Start with the basics: Parts A, B, C & D Know what each part covers so you can make informed decisions about your healthcare.

Questions? We’re here to help
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The Kevin E. Parker Agency offers an array of insurance, tax and financial services, including tax preparation and retirement planning services in the Columbus, OH area.

09/29/2026

Welcome to The Parker Standard.

For over 15 years, we’ve been helping individuals, families, and businesses with tax, business, insurance, planning, and more. kevineparker.com for free consultation!

More Than Tax. A Higher Standard of Service.

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📍735 Taylor Rd Ste 205 Gahanna, OH 43230

08/26/2026

Major Higher Education Tax Credits Now Require Valid SSN – Did You Know?

The American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC) and Lifetime Learning Credit (LLC) help many Americans pay for higher education. For eligible students pursuing a degree or other recognized credential, the AOTC can cover up to $2,500 in tuition, required school fees and certain course materials per year. Meanwhile, the LLC can offset up to $2,000 per tax return for qualified education expenses for eligible students taking higher education courses for a variety of reasons.

Beginning with tax year 2026, the taxpayer claiming either the AOTC or LLC (and spouse, if filing jointly) must have a Social Security number (SSN) valid for work in the United States that was issued before the due date of the tax return, including extensions. If the eligible student is not the person claiming the credit (for example, if the student is that person's dependent or spouse), then the student must also have a valid SSN issued by that deadline. Other qualification requirements, such as income limits, remain in effect. A tax professional can help you determine whether the higher education expenses you pay for yourself, your spouse or a dependent qualify for a tax benefit.

08/21/2026

Seasonal Employers - Did You Know?

Summer is a peak time for many businesses to hire seasonal employees. In general, the same federal tax rules apply to these workers as to permanent staff. Employers typically must withhold federal income tax and F**A (Social Security and Medicare) taxes and pay the employer share of F**A. Employers subject to FUTA must also pay federal unemployment tax on taxable wages.

Seasonal employers often must file Form 941 (Employer's Quarterly Federal Tax Return) for quarters in which they pay wages. However, they generally do not need to file for quarters in which they paid no wages and have no employment tax liability. If this applies, check the "Seasonal Employer" box on every Form 941 you file.

Employment taxes generally must be deposited monthly or semiweekly, based on the applicable lookback period. FUTA follows separate deposit rules and generally must be deposited when accumulated FUTA tax exceeds $500 for a quarter. Federal tax deposits must be made electronically, including through EFTPS.

08/14/2026