TLC Tax & Bookkeeping Services LLC

08/29/2026

There’s a new tax benefit for charitable giving in 2026. Under the Working Families Tax Cuts, taxpayers who don’t itemize may be able to deduct up to $1,000 in cash contributions to certain qualified organizations, or up to $2,000 for married couples filing jointly. See the new charitable contribution deduction rules and find out what qualifies: https://ow.ly/yGkH50ZyczK

08/21/2026

Self-employed in Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or the Northern Mariana Islands? Paying your self-employment tax isn’t just a requirement, it helps secure your future by supporting Social Security benefits. Understand the rules to make sure you’re covered: https://ow.ly/KvCe50Zyf9Q

08/18/2026

Did you get an extension and still need to file your return? You can file it electronically now for free using Free File. It's still available to help you prepare your return quickly and accurately.

File your return today at www.irs.gov/freefile.

08/14/2026

McAleater residents…

**ATTENTION** Saturday August 15, 2026 Sirens will be tested around noon, weather permitting.
Please be aware and share this information.
Thank you

08/09/2026

Putting in some extra hours this summer? Take advantage of deducting up to $12,500 of qualified overtime pay. Not sure if the hours you worked qualify? Check out these easy-to-understand resources on the Working Families Tax Cuts.

Start learning today at https://ow.ly/pKH550ZuQR1.

08/07/2026

07/27/2026

Did you know there are several kinds of major life events that can affect your filing requirements, tax benefits and withholding? It could be marriage, birth or death of a child, divorce or loss of spouse.
Marriage- Getting married may affect a taxpayers filing status, tax withholdings, and eligibility for certain tax beneifts. Did you know that if you get married on December 31st you are considered married for the whole year. Your marital status on Dec 31 is the status you are on your tax return. Your options are married Filing Jointly or Married filing Seperate.
Birth or adoption of a child- A new child may make taxpayers eligible for tax beneifts.
Divorce or legal seperation- Getting divorced or legally seperated affects filing status, who can claim a dependant, and eligibility for certain credits and deductions
Death of a spouse or family member- If your spouce or child is alive just one day during the current tax year you are able to claim them. There are several tax changes that will affect your future returns.
After any major life events, taxpayers should review their withholding and talk with your tax professional to get a good idea of any changes and how to adjust your withholdings to make your life changes smoother.

We are open ALL year and not just tax season. f you have questions please feel free to call and make an appointment.
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