Raven A. Herron & Company, PC

06/03/2026

Part 1 of 2: Spring Cleaning 🌺

Spring cleaning isn’t just for closets and garages—it’s for your finances too. Hidden in your accounts may be small leaks like recurring charges, forgotten subscriptions, or idle funds that quietly chip away at your cash flow. Taking a little time to review your financial landscape each season can help you save money, reclaim overlooked assets, and keep everything running the way it should.

Financial clutter, from forgotten subscriptions to dormant accounts, can quietly drain your cash flow and complicate your financial picture. A periodic review of your recurring charges…

06/01/2026

🎉 Work Anniversary Shoutouts! 🎉
We’re celebrating two amazing team members this month!

👏 Megan, Tax Associate — 2 Years
Megan has grown tremendously in her role over the past two years. Her dedication and hard work make a big impact on our team and our clients every day.

👏 Kelly, Bookkeeping Associate — 1 Year
Kelly keeps everything running smoothly by helping her clients stay organized day in and day out. Her reliability and attention to detail truly shine.
Thank you both for your hard work and commitment—we’re lucky to have you! 💙

05/28/2026

S corporations aren’t usually picked because they’re “simple”—most owners know there are rules to follow. But what surprises many people is where the real trouble can come from. One of the biggest hidden risks is the “single class of stock” rule, especially when owners take unequal distributions. Something that seems harmless—like paying one owner more than another—can accidentally cause serious tax problems, even putting the company’s S corp status at risk. If you need to learn more, this article breaks down how that happens and how to handle uneven payouts the right way.

Disproportionate distributions in S corporations can trigger unintended tax consequences and even loss of S status. Learn where the risks arise and how strategic planning can preserve compliance while…

05/21/2026

Memorial Day Closure:
As we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who served our country, our office will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026.

Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26.

05/19/2026

🎉🎂 Birthday Shout‑Outs to Two Team Superstars! 🎂🎉
This month we’re celebrating two amazing people who play a huge role in our firm’s success:
🌟 Happy Birthday, Kevin!
As a partner in the firm, Kevin is a true powerhouse—especially when it comes to complex tax work. His expertise, leadership, and problem‑solving skills make a lasting impact for both our team and our clients.

🌟 Happy Birthday, Andrea!
Andrea is a bookkeeping superstar who works closely with clients day in and day out. Her dedication, organization, and client‑first approach help keep everything running smoothly.

Join us in wishing Kevin and Andrea the happiest of birthdays—we’re lucky to work with you both! 🎉🎈💐

05/14/2026

🎉 Work Anniversary Spotlight! 🎉
This month we’re celebrating two amazing team members who make a big difference every day:
✨ Kelly – 4 Years!
Kelly, our Client Coordinator, has been with us for four awesome years. She’s the go‑to for invoicing, electronic filing, and keeping our clients and team supported. Her attention to detail and reliability are invaluable—thank you for all you do, Kelly!
🌟 Jasmine – 2 Years!
Jasmine is celebrating two years of amazing with us as a Tax Associate! She started her journey as a bookkeeper and has steadily worked her way up, showing dedication, growth, and a true passion for learning. We’re excited to see where her career continues to go.

Join us in congratulating Kelly and Jasmine on their anniversaries—we’re lucky to have you both! 👏💐

05/11/2026

Spring brings new growth—and hiring is no exception. The way we find and choose talent changes so fast. While job‑seekers can apply anywhere in minutes, small businesses are juggling speed, personalization, and smart decisions with lean teams.

If you're hiring this Spring, take a few minutes to watch our quick video, pick up some tips and tricks and/or download our whitepaper. All found through the link below.

Hiring looks different today than it did even a few years ago – and for small business owners, the result is often the same: inboxes flooded with resumes, scattered candidate folders…

05/06/2026

Whether your goal is to make it through the week, or you're hustling for something bigger, keep pushing!

05/04/2026

☀️ Update on our Summer office hours: ☀️
Now that our days are getting longer, the weather is getting hotter (is that possible) and most importantly, tax season is over........our office is transitioning to our Summer "Flex Friday" hours.
Our office continues to close at 2:00 on Friday's and our team will continue to use these hours for quiet project time or internal meetings. During the Summer months, they may also use the hours after 2:00PM to start their weekends early.

Please keep this in mind as you reach out to your team, schedule meetings or plan to drop off/pick up any work that we are doing for you.

Photo credit goes to a quick Google image search, because it is May 4th after all.

05/01/2026

The "standard" tax season may be over but many people file extensions that give them a deadline to file in Fall. If you're one of those and thinking about what you need to provide for an accurate filing, or if you're just someone thinking ahead and planning for your next tax return, we hope you find some humor (and maybe a few tips) in this article.

Laugh at the most relatable tax misunderstandings – then learn the real rules on service animals, business travel, multi-state filing, and how the IRS actually detects discrepancies.