SiSi’S tax preparation

02/13/2026

01/29/2026

📌 How a Government Shutdown Affects Tax Filing & Refunds

A government shutdown can impact tax refunds and processing, depending on how long it lasts.

Here’s how it works:

• Tax filing usually continues.
The IRS typically remains open in a limited capacity, and electronic tax returns can still be submitted.

• Refunds may be delayed.
While returns may be accepted, refund processing can slow down, especially if IRS staffing is reduced.

• Customer service is limited.
During a shutdown, many IRS phone lines and support services are unavailable, making it harder to resolve issues or check on delays.

• Manual reviews take longer.
Returns that require verification (identity checks, credits, missing documents, or corrections) may take longer to process.

• Advances may be affected indirectly.
Refund advances depend on IRS acceptance. If acceptance or processing slows, advance timing may also be delayed.

📌 Important to know:
Once the government reopens fully, the Internal Revenue Service resumes normal operations, but backlogs can still cause delays.

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✅ Best Advice for Taxpayers

✔️ File accurately with all required documents
✔️ Avoid rushing incomplete returns
✔️ Be patient with refund timelines during shutdown periods

01/28/2026

📌 TAX TIP WEDNESDAY

Understanding Your Tax Refund

Please keep in mind that your tax refund is based on the information from the entire year, including:

✔️ How much you worked during the year
✔️ Your federal tax withholdings
✔️ Whether you claimed exempt on your W-4
✔️ The number of dependents, their ages, and which credits they qualify for
✔️ If you had Marketplace health insurance, whether your income was reported accurately to receive coverage at the rate provided

📌 This is the same process every year.

If you are unhappy with your refund amount, it does not mean your return was done incorrectly — it reflects what was reported and withheld during the year.

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💡 Planning for a Better Outcome Next Season

✔️ Let’s get your W-4 set up correctly for the upcoming tax year
✔️ If you are self-employed and your business is not structured properly, let’s set your business up the right way
✔️ Proper planning leads to better results — not last-minute filing

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✅ At Sisi’s Tax Preparation, We Do ALL of This

So when you ask, “That’s it?”
The answer is: Yes — that is what was earned and withheld during the year.

📞 Sisi’s Tax Preparation LLC
📱 941-585-4525
📧 [email protected]

✨ Virtual filing available
✨ Serving clients in all 50 states

01/26/2026

📌 Tax Season Is in Full Swing

The IRS has officially opened today, and tax season is now fully underway.

WE DO NOT OFFER QUOTES OR ESTIMATES.

If you have all required tax documents and are ready to file, we are ready to assist you.

✔️ New & returning clients welcome
✔️ W-2 and self-employed / 1099 filers
✔️ Virtual filing available
✔️ Serving clients in all 50 states

📞 Sisi’s Tax Preparation LLC
📱 941-585-4525
📧 [email protected]

01/20/2026

Check those mailboxes for those 1098-T forms if you attended college or have a college dependent. If you have all your required documents let's get you filed today Sierra Townsend

01/19/2026

Find & STICK with one Tax Preparer vs sharing your info so loosely year to year 🫶🏾Sierra Townsend

01/19/2026

Let's get you filed today

01/13/2026

📌 Tax Tip Tuesday: Housekeeping Reminders

• IP PINs
If you’ve been issued an IRS IP PIN, the 6-digit PIN is required to file your tax return. You may retrieve it through your IRS account via ID.me or receive it by mail. Returns cannot be filed without it if one has been assigned.

• Verify Your Information
Before signing your tax documents, please carefully review all personal information, including:
– Name & date of birth
– Social Security numbers
– Bank account & routing numbers

Once your return is accepted by the IRS, banking information cannot be changed. If incorrect banking details are submitted, your refund will be issued as a paper check, which may cause delays.

• Marketplace Insurance (Form 1095-A)
If you had Marketplace health insurance, Form 1095-A is required to file your return. This form is typically mailed by the insurance provider or can be downloaded from your Marketplace account online.

• All Required Documents Matter
Please provide all required tax documents at the time of filing. Intentionally omitting income documents—such as W-2s or 1099s—in an effort to file early or receive an advance may result in your return being delayed or placed on hold. Any delays caused by documents that were intentionally left out are not the responsibility of the tax preparer once the return has been submitted.
• Tax Refund Advances
Refund advances are available up to $7,000 and run through March 15. Please do not rush to file solely for an advance if all required documents have not been received.

• Education Credits (Form 1098-T)
If you attended a college or technical school, you will receive Form 1098-T. This form may qualify you for education credits that can increase your refund. Please wait until all school documents are received before filing.

• Amended Returns
If a return is filed with missing information, an amendment will be required. Amendment fees apply and must be paid separately.

📞 Questions? Contact us anytime:
Sisi’s Tax Preparation LLC
📱 941-585-4525
📧 [email protected]

✨ Now accepting new clients and excited to serve all returning clients this tax season!
Sierra Townsend

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