Hunt & Associate, LLC

09/05/2026

🇺🇸 Hunt & Associate, LLC will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.

We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable holiday! We will reopen on Tuesday, September 8.

09/02/2026

Our hearts are heavy this morning as we learn of the shooting at Westwood Elementary School.

There are simply no words for something like this, especially when it involves a place where children should always feel safe.

We are praying for the students, their families, the teachers and staff, first responders, and everyone in our community affected by today’s events. We pray for protection, comfort, healing, and strength in the difficult hours and days ahead.

May God hold this community especially close today. ❤️🙏

Mary E. Hunt Cowherd
Hunt & Associate, LLC

08/19/2026

📢 VIRGINIA BUSINESS OWNERS — IMPORTANT RETIREPATH REQUIREMENT

If you own a business in Virginia and do not currently offer your employees a retirement plan, this is something you need to know!

RetirePath Virginia is a state-facilitated retirement savings program designed to give employees access to retirement savings through payroll deductions.

✅ Who is required to register?

Virginia employers are generally required to register for RetirePath if they:

• Have 5 or more eligible employees
• Have been in business for at least 2 years
• Do not currently offer a qualified retirement plan, such as a 401(k), 403(b), SIMPLE IRA, SEP IRA, or certain other qualifying plans

📅 2026 Registration Deadlines

Employers with 10–24 employees: September 30, 2026

Employers with 5–9 employees or 25+ employees: October 30, 2026

Businesses that were required to register during an earlier phase and have not done so should address the requirement as soon as possible.

💰 Does the employer have to contribute?

No! There is no cost to the employer to participate, and employers do not make contributions or matches. Employee contributions are made through payroll deductions.

Employees are not required to participate and may choose to opt out.

⚠️ Don't ignore a RetirePath notice!

Employers that are required to participate and fail to comply may be subject to an annual penalty of up to $200 per eligible employee.

If your business already offers a qualifying retirement plan, you generally do not have to participate in RetirePath, but you may still need to certify your exemption.

📩 If you are a payroll client of Hunt & Associate, LLC and have received a RetirePath letter or email, please forward it to our office. We can help determine whether your business is required to register and assist with the registration and payroll setup.

We know business owners have enough to keep up with! Our goal is to help keep our clients informed and compliant as new Virginia requirements take effect.

Hunt & Associate, LLC

https://www.retirepathva.com/

08/12/2026

Hunt & Associate would like to wish all the students, teachers, and staff a wonderful first day of school! 📚✏️🍎

We hope this school year is filled with learning, growth, new friendships, and many happy memories. Have a safe and successful year! ❤️

08/10/2026

Due to circumstances beyond our control following yesterday’s storm, our office will be closed today. We apologize for any inconvenience and plan to reopen tomorrow during our regular business hours. Thank you for your understanding! ⛈️🌪️🌫️

08/07/2026

Virginia’s Sales Tax Holiday is this weekend, August 7–9! 🛍️ Save on qualifying school supplies, clothing, footwear, emergency-preparedness items, and certain energy efficient products.

Here is the link to the Virginia Department of Taxation that gives more specifics.

Virginia's 3-Day Sales Tax Holiday | August 7-9, 2026 When is it? August 7-9, 2026. The 3-day sales tax holiday starts the first Friday in August at 12:01 am and ends the following Sunday at 11:59 pm.

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day from all of us at Hunt & Associate! 🇺🇸

Today we celebrate the freedoms we enjoy and honor the brave men and women who have sacrificed to protect them.

We are grateful for the opportunity to serve our wonderful clients and community throughout the year. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your businesses, your families, and your financial journeys.

We hope your day is filled with laughter, great food, time with loved ones, and a safe celebration.

❤️🤍💙 Happy 4th of July! God bless America! 🇺🇸

07/03/2026

We had to jump on the bandwagon! 🤣

05/21/2026

Our office will be closed on Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day as we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

We wish everyone a safe and meaningful holiday weekend. 🇺🇸

04/15/2026

The day has arrived! Today is the filing deadline for individual and C corporation tax returns.

If you’d like us to file a complimentary extension, giving you an additional six months to file, please call us at 540-324-4379.

Have a blessed day! 💰