Law Office of Kevin Rego

10/07/2026

Now is the time to visit your tax obligation. Here are some areas worth your attention.

Fall is now upon us meaning there are only three months left to consider making smart moves to manage your tax obligation. With this in mind, why not review the tips included here to see if there is an area or two worthy of your attention. Plus consider a deeper dive into the long held idea of creat...

10/02/2026

Here are key happenings and announcements from the IRS that you should understand.

Here are recent changes as announced by the IRS that will impact most of us.

09/25/2026

If you're an independent contractor, don't forget to plan for and pay your taxes. Here are some of the basic rules you need to understand.

Get this wrong and it could cost you and/or your employer. Are you a contractor or an employee?

09/21/2026

Kudos to the Reds for this event.

09/18/2026

Tax savings ideas still abound. Here are some to consider if you wish to retire early.

The federal government needs all its citizens to plan for a financially secure retirement. In an effort to assist in planning for retirement, there are a number of provisions in the tax code that benefit seniors. Are you aware of them and using them to your advantage?

09/16/2026

Did you know driving the exact same 5,000 miles in August could net you a bigger tax deduction than driving them back in May? 🚗💨

It’s rare, but high fuel and vehicle costs prompted the IRS to raise standard mileage rates mid-year! If you drive for business, this change directly impacts your tax savings and company reimbursements.

Here is what business owners and drivers need to know:

📈 Business Mileage Bumped Up

The business rate jumped from 72.5¢ to 76.0¢ per mile for the second half of the year. Every mile logged between July 1 and December 31 is worth more on your tax return.

📝 Exact Dates on Your Mileage Logs Are Essential

Because 2026 has two distinct rate windows, keeping precise trip dates in your logs is critical so you don't accidentally leave tax money on the table.

💼 Business Owners Can Update Policies Tax-Free

If you run a business, you can update your employee reimbursement plan to match the new 76.0¢ rate—helping keep your team happy while maximizing tax-free perks.

🏥 Medical and Moving Rates Increased Too

Medical travel rose to 23.5¢ per mile (up from 20.5¢), while charitable driving stays fixed at 14.0¢ per mile.

Need help updating your business reimbursement plan or making sure your mileage logs are completely audit-proof?

Drop a comment below or send our team a direct message—we’d love to help you make the most of this mid-year shift! 👇

09/14/2026

The IRS just took one on the chin from TIGTA (their oversight agency) calling them out on letting non-filer cases pile up. TIGTA found that potential nonfiler cases grew by 5.9 million between 2015-2022. Non-filers alone are estimated to account for $63 billion of the $696 billion tax gap.

The IRS responded that they are now "using analytics, automation, and artificial intelligence to identify potential noncompliance earlier."

Tax translation: The IRS won't be solely relying on DIF scores and lifestyle audits--hit or miss, slow, resource-heavy detection methods. Those systems are being replaced by faster, more targeted detection methods.

If you are among the non-filer crowd, the "they'll never get to me" just got a little riskier.

✅ Get your paperwork in order--if you need documents, establish an IRS online account and pull wage and income transcripts.
✅ Talk to a tax professional before you file--especially if you owe your state tax agency in addition to the IRS. Timing may matter.
✅ Have a plan for the taxes, penalties, and interest before you are forced into their plan.

Remember, voluntary compliance almost always leads to a better outcome than IRS enforcement.

09/11/2026

Create a list of tax forms you expect to receive. Then check them off as you receive them to make sure none of them are missing. Ultimately, you are the one held responsible.

Every year you receive information tax forms, including W-2s, 1098s, and 1099s. If you fail to receive a form, you are still liable for the tax it creates. Here are some tips to avoid this possible audit risk.

09/07/2026

Trust, but verify!

San Mateo, CA tax attorney explains reasonable cause penalty abatement for an accountant who fails to file a tax return for a client

09/02/2026

Small financial moves can pay off for years. Discover tax breaks for education, simple tax-planning strategies, ways to make banks compete for you, and how to avoid the technology upgrade tax.

College and trade schools are investments that can pay dividends for years. The same can be true of a few smart tax habits repeated year after year. In this month’s newsletter, we take a closer look at tax breaks for post-secondary education along with practical tax planning moves that can del...