Family Bookkeeping Service

01/28/2026

The IRS is ending paper checks for both refunds and payments. Let’s make sure you’re prepared this season.

and Treasury are moving into a new era, and leaving relics of the past behind. This means we're saying goodbye to paper checks, and we're saying hello to electronic payment methods. Did you know that direct deposit refunds are less likely to get returned as undeliverable? And don’t forget, electronic tax payments are less likely to post late, helping you avoid penalties and interest.

Use our Frequently Asked Questions to get the answers you need at https://ow.ly/J5LW50Y4q49.

01/24/2026

Treasury and the confirmed that the supplemental basic allowance for housing payments made to members of the uniformed services in December 2025 are not to be included in income by those who received the payments. Therefore, those payments aren’t taxable. For more info, read: https://ow.ly/MQOK50Y0GI3

01/03/2026

Important update: Family Bookkeeping Service is beginning a new chapter. To honor Bob Hittie’s legacy of trusted, personal service, our family has entrusted the business to Shelley Thompson—an Enrolled Agent with 25+ years of experience and owner of ASL Tax & Consulting.
From Shelley: “I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve you. I’ll work hard to make this transition seamless and keep the same care you’re used to.”
Questions or to schedule: 810-373-5005 email: [email protected]

07/25/2025

Despite the lobbying efforts of our favorite Alpacas at Lucky Day Animal Rescue, this tax form was not adopted as part of the recent tax law changes :(

Tax day!!!!
Be sure do your furry family members tax returns too!! ;)
We should all be getting back at least $25,000!!!

02/21/2025

Beneficial Ownership Information reporting deadline has been reset to 3/21/2025

04/23/2024

04/03/2024

The has information to help you understand the type of digital assets that must be reported on your tax return. Learn more: https://ow.ly/nF8X50QQEBn

03/19/2024

Wondering why you have not received your tax refund check?

IR-2024-53, Feb. 28, 2024 — With millions of tax refunds going out each week, the Internal Revenue Service reminded taxpayers today that recent improvements to Where's My Refund? on IRS.gov provide more information and remains the best way to check the status of a refund.

01/29/2024

January 29 is the official start of the 2024 tax filing season. That means starting Monday through April 15, you can file your 2023 returns.

01/29/2024

The rise of remote work, a popular choice for achieving a better work-life balance, comes with financial considerations that might affect your bottom line.

01/29/2024

Child poverty and hunger exist in Mid-Michigan where many kids face the pain and anxiety of going hungry. When these children are focused on worrying about wher

07/05/2023

A new scam involves a mailing coming in a cardboard envelope from a delivery service. The enclosed letter includes the masthead and wording that the notice is “in relation to your unclaimed refund.” Don’t fall for it: https://ow.ly/t7Uv50P2K8k