Lawrence & Philippe CPAs PLLC dba North Country CPAs

07/28/2026

Beginning September 1st, 2026, our office will be closed daily from 12:45pm to 1:30pm for Lunch.

Thank you for your understanding!

07/03/2026

07/02/2026

Upcoming FIRE System Retirement; Users Encouraged to Apply for IRIS Transmitter Control Codes

Use the IRS Filing Information Returns Electronically (FIRE) system to file information returns.

05/25/2026

We will be closed today May 25, 2026 in observation of Memorial Day. We will reopen tomorrow May 26, 2026 7:30-4:00pm. Happy Memorial Day!

04/02/2026

Don’t leave a potential refund on the table

Not everyone is legally required to file a federal tax return. However, not doing it could be leaving money on the table. People could be missing out on refundable tax credits or an income tax refund. This could apply to someone if they:

- Have had federal income tax withheld from their pay
- Made estimated tax payments
- Qualify to claim refundable tax credits

Don’t miss out on valuable tax credits
A few tax credits people can claim on a federal tax return if they’re eligible include:

- Earned Income Tax Credit – The EITC helps low to moderate-income workers and families get a tax break. The amount of the credit may vary based on income, family size and filing. Taxpayers can use the EITC Assistant to check their eligibility.

- Child Tax Credit – Taxpayers with a qualifying child may be eligible to claim up to $2,200 per qualifying child with the CTC. The Additional Child Tax Credit is a refundable portion of the CTC. For 2025, up to $1,700 per qualifying child may be refundable.

- Credit for Other Dependents – Taxpayers who don’t qualify for the Child Tax Credit may qualify for the Credit for Other Dependents. This includes people who have:
- Dependent children who are age 18 or older at the end of 2025
- Parents or other qualifying individuals they support

- Adoption Tax Credit – This credit now partially refundable and is available to taxpayers who finalized an adoption in 2025 or started the adoption process before 2025. The maximum amount, for 2025, is $17,280 per eligible child. The refundable amount is up to $5,000 per qualifying child. However, any nonrefundable amount carried forward can’t be used to calculate a refundable portion for future tax years.

- Education credits – The American Opportunity Tax Credit is for qualified education expenses for the first four years of higher education. The Lifetime Learning Credit is for qualified tuition and related expenses paid for eligible students enrolled in an eligible educational institution.

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03/04/2026

Attention Business Owners!

02/06/2026

Just a friendly reminder, we are closed to the public on Fridays.

01/28/2026

https://www.informnny.com/news/finance/why-the-irs-may-temporarily-freeze-your-tax-refund-and-how-to-avoid-it/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAPmuHBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeJjh4KT8Xju-cuEs_pabEGMQNSUwoJw43ibnU-jxjocZV3m2yoOz2dyXotdQ_aem_aLnXUyEkHjUWM_LrDZfm_A

There’s a chance you’ll get a “very large” refund, as long as you have some necessary information.

01/17/2026

Use the IRS Online Account to make filling season simpler. It gives individuals, business owners, and tax professionals a fast and safe way to manage taxes from anywhere. With an IRS Online Account, you can check your tax balance, make payments, view past payments, download your tax transcripts and see notices in one place, helping you stay organized. Prepare now: www.irs.gov/accounts

01/15/2026

IRS announces filing season starts January 26.

The 2026 filing season starts Monday Jan. 26, 2026. The IRS reminds all business and individual taxpayers that the new tax law provisions of the One, Big, Beautiful Bill could impact federal taxes, credits and deductions. Form 1040 filers should file their tax returns and pay any taxes by Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

IRS.gov has online tools and resources taxpayers can use before, during and after filing their federal tax return. Visit One, Big, Beautiful Bill Provisions for information that could help lower tax bills and potentially increase refund amounts.