AMEM Tax Services

01/09/2026

You have two payment options available for your tax preparation services. You may pay the preparation fee upfront, or you may choose to have the fee deducted from your tax refund through a refund transfer. A refund transfer is facilitated by a third-party bank. If you select this option, the bank will assess additional fees, including a Refund Transfer Fee and a Transmission Fee. These bank fees are separate from our tax preparation fee and will be deducted directly from your refund.

01/01/2026

🚨 Tax Fraud Awareness Notice 🚨

If you pay someone to prepare your tax return and it is marked “Self-Prepared,” this is a serious red flag.

In many cases, dishonest preparers use this tactic to avoid accountability. When a return is flagged for errors or fraud, the taxpayer is fully responsible—especially when there is no preparer name, PTIN, or signature on file.

Without that information, the IRS has no way to identify or investigate the individual who prepared the return.

Choosing a tax preparer should never be based solely on familiarity. Being a friend, relative, or neighbor does not automatically make someone qualified, compliant, or trustworthy.

If someone prepares your taxes, your return should always include:

✔️ The preparer’s full name
✔️ A valid PTIN
✔️ The preparer’s signature

Protect yourself by working with a transparent tax professional. Accountability matters.

12/28/2025

IRS Refund Timelines: What to Expect 📋

The IRS does not always issue refunds as quickly as many people anticipate. ⏰Refunds are not guaranteed within 1–2 weeks, as processing times vary based on factors such as credits claimed, IRS reviews, and verification requirements. 🗃️

Taxpayers claiming the Earned Income Credit (EIC) or Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC) often experience longer processing times due to federally mandated review procedures. 🗂️Understanding this in advance helps families plan with clarity and confidence.

📞 Looking for clear answers and realistic refund expectations?
Work with a tax professional who prioritizes transparency and keeps you informed every step of the way. Message me today to get started and file with confidence.

Now accepting clients for the 2025-26 tax season. 📆

12/28/2025

Tax Advance Loans — What You Need to Know👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾

A tax advance loan allows eligible clients to receive a portion of their anticipated tax refund before their return is processed. 📄📈🗒️

❇️ Eligibility is not guaranteed
❇️ Approval is determined by the lender
❇️ At AMEM TAX SERVICES, advances of up to $7,500 may be available beginning January 2.

Our team will review your options with you and help you decide what works best before you file. 📌🔗

12/28/2025

12/28/2025

Sign up now for an Online Account and have access to your tax information and all the tools you’ll need throughout filing season, without phone calls or wait times. Visit: www.irs.gov/accounts

12/28/2025

Trying to find the status of your amended return? You can skip a phone call by using the 'Where's My Amended Return' feature on the website. The status is normally available around three weeks after you submit your amended return. All you need is your Social Security number, date of birth and zip code.

Check the status of your amended return today at https://ow.ly/3IJx50XKBGk.