Gold Star Financial

Gold Star Financial Tax & Accounting Services: your trusted partner for expert tax and financial solutions. Serving our community since 2019.

Helping individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals with precision, integrity, and care.

08/27/2026

🚨ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS USING QUICKBOOKS PAYROLL🚨

If you used QuickBooks Payroll in 2025 or anytime in 2026, please log into your state withholding tax portal and CHECK YOUR ACCOUNT!

We are seeing clients receive tax lien notices for unpaid state withholding taxes, even though they were under the impression that QuickBooks Payroll was handling these payments.

In some cases, the state withholding funds were withdrawn, but the state is showing that the payment was never received, resulting in penalties and interest being added.

In other cases, the business signed up for QuickBooks to handle state withholding taxes, and QuickBooks was taking out and paying federal and state unemployment taxes, but the actual state employee withholding taxes were not being paid. Even though the business signed up for this service, for some reason that portion of the payroll taxes was not handled.

If you have W-2 employees and use QuickBooks Payroll, DO NOT assume everything was paid just because taxes were coming out of your account.
***Log into your state withholding portal and verify that your payments were actually received and applied.

If you need assistance reviewing your account, payroll records, or a tax notice you received, Gold Star Financial is available to assist for a consultation fee.

đź“ž 864-497-2947

Please share this with another business owner who uses QuickBooks Payroll.

08/17/2026

S-Corporation Owners: The Tax Filing Deadline Is Approaching

If your business is taxed as an S Corporation, the September filing deadline is quickly approaching.

Whether you filed an extension or still need to complete your S-Corporation tax return, we encourage you not to wait until the last minute.

Gold Star Financial will not accept S-Corporation tax returns after September 5th. This cutoff allows our office adequate time to properly prepare, review, and submit returns before the September 15th deadline.

If you still need to file, now is the time to get your documents together and schedule your appointment.

Contact Gold Star Financial today to secure your appointment.
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07/31/2026

📢 Important Payment Policy Update – Effective August 1, 2026

To continue providing the highest level of service to our clients, Gold Star Financial will no longer offer in-house payment plans.

Effective August 1, 2026, all services must be paid in full before work begins.

This policy change was made after careful consideration. Over the past several months, our firm has experienced a substantial amount of unpaid invoices for services that were completed and delivered. As a small business, we must ensure we are compensated for the work we perform so we can continue providing exceptional service to our clients.

As a small business, we rely on timely payments to cover operating expenses, invest in our team, and continue serving our clients with the professionalism and quality they deserve. Unfortunately, we can no longer absorb the financial impact of unpaid balances.

To help make payments more manageable, we offer third-party payment options through providers such as Klarna, Afterpay, and PayPal Pay Later (subject to approval). These financing options allow eligible clients to make installment payments while Gold Star Financial receives payment upfront.

Please note:
✔️ Payment is due before services begin.
✔️ No in-house payment plans will be offered.
✔️ Existing unpaid balances must be satisfied before any new services will be provided.

We sincerely appreciate the trust you place in Gold Star Financial. Thank you for your understanding, your continued support, and for helping us maintain a strong and sustainable business for years to come.

07/15/2026

📢 IRS Mileage Rate Update for 2026

Attention business owners, independent contractors, and self-employed individuals!

The IRS has announced a mid-year increase to the standard business mileage rate because of higher fuel costs.

2026 Business Mileage Rates:
✅ January 1 – June 30, 2026: 72.5¢ per mile
✅ July 1 – December 31, 2026: 76¢ per mile

This means you’ll need to separate your business mileage based on the date it was driven. Accurate mileage records are more important than ever this year.

At Gold Star Financial, we stay on top of IRS changes so our clients don’t have to. If you have questions about mileage deductions, bookkeeping, or your business taxes, we’re here to help.

đź“ž 864-680-1780 or 864-497-2947
📧 Schedule your consultation today and let us help you maximize every deduction you’re entitled to.

⏰ The faster you invoice, the faster you get paid.Many business owners delay sending invoices, then wonder why cash flow...
07/08/2026

⏰ The faster you invoice, the faster you get paid.

Many business owners delay sending invoices, then wonder why cash flow is tight.

Create a habit of invoicing as soon as the work is completed. Consistent invoicing means:
âś… Faster payments
âś… Better cash flow
âś… Fewer overdue accounts
âś… Less stress at the end of the month

Professional businesses have professional systems—and invoicing on time is one of them.

Need help organizing your bookkeeping and invoicing process? Gold Star Financial is ready to help.

đź“Š If you don't tell your money where to go, you'll wonder where it went.A business budget isn't about limiting your succ...
07/07/2026

đź“Š If you don't tell your money where to go, you'll wonder where it went.

A business budget isn't about limiting your success—it's about giving every dollar a purpose.

A solid budget helps you:
✔️ Plan for slow seasons
✔️ Avoid unnecessary spending
✔️ Prepare for taxes
✔️ Increase profits
✔️ Make confident business decisions

Successful businesses don't guess...they plan.

Need help creating a business budget that actually works? Let's build one together.

đź’° Your business isn't making money if your invoices aren't getting paid.One of the biggest mistakes small business owner...
07/06/2026

đź’° Your business isn't making money if your invoices aren't getting paid.

One of the biggest mistakes small business owners make is waiting too long to follow up on unpaid invoices. The longer you wait, the less likely you are to collect.

Stay on top of your accounts receivable by:
âś… Sending invoices promptly
âś… Following up on overdue balances
âś… Offering convenient payment options
âś… Keeping accurate customer records

Healthy cash flow keeps your business running, growing, and prepared for opportunities.

Need help organizing your business finances? Gold Star Financial is here to help!

🚨 TODAY IS THE TAX DEADLINE 🚨Today is the final day to file your tax return or submit a tax extension with the IRS.Let’s...
04/15/2026

🚨 TODAY IS THE TAX DEADLINE 🚨

Today is the final day to file your tax return or submit a tax extension with the IRS.

Let’s be clear:
✔️ Filing an extension gives you more time to file
❌ It does NOT give you more time to pay

If you owe a balance, it is still expected to be paid TODAY to avoid penalties and interest.

If you’re not ready to file, don’t panic — but don’t delay either. Filing an extension keeps you in compliance and protects you.

✨ Need help filing your extension? We are here for you.

đź“ž Contact us today and let us take care of it for you.

04/01/2026

🏀 March Madness may be over… but don’t get caught slipping in April!

⏰ The tax deadline is April 15th to file your taxes.

If you’re not ready and still gathering your documents, you must file a tax extension by April 15th.

⚠️ Important Reminder:
Filing an extension DOES NOT give you extra time to pay what you owe to the IRS.
It only gives you more time to file your return.

đź’° If you owe a balance, payment is still due by April 15th to avoid penalties and interest.

🚨 This is NOT an April Fool’s joke — this is your reminder to stay compliant!

If you need assistance filing, extensions, or understanding your tax situation, Gold Star Financial is here to help you.

📲 Contact us today to get on track!

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