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01/17/2026

It's that time of year again, TAX TIME!!!
Once you have all your tax documentation together CALL ME (Hope Clark) FOR AN APPOINTMENT AT 859-360-7078. DROP OFFS ARE WELCOME!!
As you get ready to file your 2025 tax return, you should start by gathering all year-end income documents to help ensure you file a complete and accurate 2025 tax return and avoid refund delays.
The most common income documents received are as followed:
Forms W-2, Wage and Tax Statement
Form 1099-MISC, Miscellaneous Income
Form 1099-INT, Interest Income
Form 1099-NEC, Nonemployee Compensation
Form 1099-G, Certain Government Payments; like unemployment compensation or state tax refund
Form W-2G- Gambling income
Form 1095-A, Health Insurance Marketplace Statements
Now what are you waiting for. Call Hope and set your appointment up today at 859-360-7078 or email me at: [email protected].

11/07/2025

FYI starting this tax season 2025:

The Internal Revenue Service, working with the U.S. Department of the Treasury, began the process of phasing out issuing taxpayer refunds via paper check earlier this year. For 2025 tax year returns, if a return is transmitted or mailed without direct deposit information, the IRS will mail the taxpayer a letter, Notice CP53E. Taxpayers who respond to the notice may receive their refund within normal processing times. If a taxpayer does not respond to the notice, the IRS may delay issuing a paper check for up to 6 weeks.

08/12/2023

Knowing how scammers pose as the IRS can help taxpayers protect themselves.

Crooks are always looking for new ways to scam unsuspecting taxpayers. Scammers impersonate the IRS by phone or email, in person, or by mail or delivery service – and cost people their time and money. By staying vigilant against schemes and scams, taxpayers can protect themselves.

Scammers can pose as the IRS by mail – taxpayers should know the facts:

One of the newest and more devious schemes involves mail coming in a cardboard envelope from either a delivery service or the United States Postal Service (USPS). The enclosed letter includes the IRS masthead and wording that the notice is "in relation to your unclaimed refund." The contact information does not belong to the IRS, but the mailing looks official. This scheme seeks sensitive personal information from taxpayers – including driver’s license photos – that can be used by identity thieves to steal the taxpayer’s refund and other sensitive financial information.

It's now easier to spot when it’s a scammer at the door and not the IRS:

Scam artists may also appear at the door posing as IRS agents, creating confusion for not just the taxpayers but also local law enforcement agencies. As this scam has grown, taxpayer confusion about home visits by IRS revenue officers has increased.
To help combat these scams, the IRS recently announced that it is ending most unannounced visits to taxpayers by agency revenue officers. In place of the unannounced visits, revenue officers will instead contact taxpayers through an appointment letter, known as a 725-B Letter, and schedule a follow-up meeting. This will help taxpayers feel more prepared when it is time to meet.

Taxpayers who receive a request from IRS in the mail or by phone can always contact IRS customer service to authenticate it.

Scammers may also contact taxpayers electronically:

Taxpayers should be on the lookout for a summer surge of tax scams as identity thieves continue sending email and text messages promising tax refunds or offers to help 'fix' tax problems. They may pose as the IRS or tax professionals, urging the taxpayer to click fraudulent links so the identity thieves can steal valuable personal information.

Taxpayers should remember: the IRS never initiates contact regarding a bill or tax refund by email, text or social media.

07/05/2023

Tax planning doesn’t stop after a taxpayer files a tax return:

Just because a taxpayer filed a tax return doesn’t mean they should forget taxes until next year. What a taxpayer does now may affect the tax they owe or the refund they may receive next year.
Here are some simple year-round tax planning pointers for all taxpayers.

Organize tax records: Create a system that keeps all important information together. Taxpayers can use a software program for electronic recordkeeping or store paper documents in clearly labeled folders. They should add tax records to their files as they receive them. Organized records will make tax return preparation easier and may help taxpayers discover overlooked deductions or credits.

Identify filing status: A taxpayer’s filing status is used to determine their filing requirements, standard deduction, eligibility for certain credits and the correct amount of tax they should pay. Changes in family life — marriage, divorce, birth and death — may affect a person’s tax situation, including filing status and eligibility for certain tax credits and deductions.

Understand adjusted gross income (AGI): AGI and tax rate are important factors in figuring taxes. AGI is the taxpayer’s income from all sources minus any adjustments and deductions. Generally, the higher a taxpayer’s AGI, the higher their tax rate and the more tax they pay. Tax planning can include making changes during the year that lower a taxpayer’s AGI.

Check withholding: Since federal taxes operate on a pay-as-you-go basis, taxpayers need to pay most of their tax as they earn income. Taxpayers should check that they’re withholding enough from their pay to cover their taxes owed especially if their personal or financial situations change during the year. If they want to change their tax withholding, taxpayers should provide their employer with an updated Form W-4. Changing withholding and having more withheld may lower their AGI and affect their tax bill or expected refund.

Make address and name changes: Notify the United States Postal Service, employers and the IRS of any address change. To officially change a mailing address with the IRS, taxpayers must compete Form 8822, Change of Address, and mail it to the correct address for their area. For detailed instructions, see page 2 of the form. Report any name change to the Social Security Administration. Making these changes as soon as possible will help make filing their tax return easier.

Save for retirement: Saving for retirement can also lower a taxpayer’s AGI. Contributing money to a retirement plan at work and to a traditional IRA also reduces taxable income.

05/31/2023

The IRS alerts taxpayers of suspected identity theft by letter

Scammers sometimes use stolen Social Security numbers to file fraudulent tax returns and collect refunds. To prevent this, the IRS scans every tax return for signs of fraud. If the system finds a suspicious tax return, the IRS reviews the return and sends a letter to the taxpayer letting them know about the potential ID theft. The IRS won’t process the suspicious tax return until the taxpayer responds to the letter.

The IRS may send these identify fraud letters to taxpayers:

• Letter 5071C, Potential Identity Theft with Online Option: This tells the taxpayer to use an online tool to verify their identity and tax return information. If the taxpayer didn’t file, they can let the IRS know with the online tool.

• Letter 4883C, Potential Identity Theft: This tells the taxpayer to call the IRS to verify their identity and tax return information. If the taxpayer didn’t file, they can call the Taxpayer Protection Program hotline number on the letter.

• Letter 5747C, Potential Identity Theft in Person Appointment: This tells the taxpayer to verify their identity and tax return information in person at a local Taxpayer Assistance Center. If the taxpayer didn’t file, they can call the Taxpayer Protection Program hotline number on the letter.

• Letter 5447C, Potential Identity Theft Outside the U.S.: This tells the taxpayer to use an online tool or to call the IRS to verify their identity and tax return information. If the taxpayer didn’t file, they can let the IRS know with the online tool.

Taxpayers should follow the steps in the letter.

The identity theft letter will tell the taxpayer the steps they need to take. Taxpayers should follow those steps to resolve the matter with the IRS.

Victims of identity theft can find more resources on reporting and recovering from ID theft with the Federal Trade Commission: identitytheft.gov.

If taxpayers need to give the IRS a heads up that they’re a victim of identity theft or that they think they may be a victim, they can file Form 14039, Identity Theft Affidavit. If a taxpayer has already received an IRS letter about identity theft, they don’t need to file an affidavit.

01/05/2023

It's that time of year again, TAX TIME!!!
Once you have all your tax documentation together CALL ME (Hope Clark) FOR AN APPOINTMENT AT 859-360-7078. DROP OFFS ARE WELCOME!!
As you get ready to file your 2022 tax return, you should start by gathering all year-end income documents to help ensure you file a complete and accurate 2022 tax return and avoid refund delays.
The most common income documents received are as followed:
Forms W-2, Wage and Tax Statement
Form 1099-MISC, Miscellaneous Income
Form 1099-INT, Interest Income
Form 1099-NEC, Nonemployee Compensation
Form 1099-G, Certain Government Payments; like unemployment compensation or state tax refund
Form W-2G- Gambling income
Form 1095-A, Health Insurance Marketplace Statements
Now what are you waiting for. Call Hope and set your appointment up today at 859-360-7078 or email me at: [email protected].

11/30/2022

Get Ready now to file your 2022 federal income tax return

Get Ready by gathering tax records. When filers have all their tax documentation gathered and organized, they’re in the best position to file an accurate return and avoid processing or refund delays or receiving IRS letters. Now’s a good time for taxpayers to consider financial transactions that occurred in 2022, if they’re taxable and how they should be reported.

For easy access, taxpayers should develop an electronic or paper recordkeeping system to store tax-related information in one place.

Taxpayers should keep copies of filed tax returns and their supporting documents for at least three years.

Before January, taxpayers should confirm that their employer, bank and other payers have their current mailing address and email address to ensure they receive their year-end financial statements.

Typically, year-end forms start arriving by mail or are available online in mid-to-late January. Taxpayers should carefully review each income statement for accuracy and contact the issuer to correct information that needs to be updated.

Get Ready for what’s new for Tax Year 2022

Some people may have life changes like getting married or divorced, welcoming a child or taking on a second job. Other taxpayers may need to consider estimated tax payments due to non-wage income from unemployment, self-employment, annuity income or even digital assets. The last quarterly payment for 2022 is due on Jan. 17, 2023.

As taxpayers gather tax records, they should remember that most income is taxable. This includes unemployment income, refund interest and income from the gig economy and digital assets.

Credit amounts also change each year like the Child Tax Credit (CTC), Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and Dependent Care Credit. Some taxpayers may qualify this year for the expanded eligibility for the Premium Tax Credit, while others may qualify for a Clean Vehicle Credit through the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.

Refunds may be smaller in 2023. Taxpayers will not receive an additional stimulus payment with a 2023 tax refund because there were no Economic Impact Payments for 2022. In addition, taxpayers who don’t itemize and take the standard deduction, won’t be able to deduct their charitable contributions.

The IRS cautions taxpayers not to rely on receiving a 2022 federal tax refund by a certain date, especially when making major purchases or paying bills. Some returns may require additional review and may take longer. Refunds for people claiming the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or the Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC) can’t be issued before mid-February. The law requires the IRS to hold the entire refund – not just the portion associated with EITC or ACTC. This law helps ensure taxpayers receive the refund they're due by giving the IRS time to detect and prevent fraud.

Renew expiring tax ID numbers

Taxpayers should ensure their Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) hasn’t expired before filing a 2022 tax return. Those who need to file a tax return, should submit a Form W-7, Application for IRS Individual Taxpayer Identification Number now, to renew their ITIN. Taxpayers who fail to renew an ITIN before filing a tax return next year could face a delayed refund and may be ineligible for certain tax credits. Applying now will help avoid the rush as well as refund and processing delays in 2023.

10/09/2022

The October 17th tax extension to file 2021 taxes is fast approaching!!

While Oct. 17 is the last day for most people to file a Form 1040 to avoid the late filing penalty, those who still need to file should do so as soon as possible. If you have your information ready, there’s no need to wait.

However, some taxpayers may have additional time. They include:

• Members of the military and others serving in a combat zone. They typically have 180 days after they leave the combat zone to file returns and pay any taxes due.

• The IRS calls special attention to people hit by recent national disasters, including Hurricane Ian. Taxpayers with an IRS address of record in areas covered by Federal Emergency Management Agency disaster declarations in Missouri, Kentucky, the island of St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands and members of the Tribal Nation of the Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community have until Nov. 15, 2022, to file various individual and business tax returns.

Taxpayers in Florida, Puerto Rico, North Carolina, South Carolina, parts of Alaska and Hinds County, Mississippi, have until Feb. 15, 2023.

This list continues to be updated regularly; potentially affected taxpayers by recent storms should visit the disaster relief page on IRS.gov for the latest information.

09/14/2022

Got a letter or notice from the IRS? Here are the next steps:

When the IRS needs to ask a question about a taxpayer’s tax return, notify them about a change to their account, or request a payment, the agency often mails a letter or notice to the taxpayer. Getting mail from the IRS is not a cause for panic but, it should not be ignored either.

When an IRS letter or notice arrives in the mail, here’s what taxpayers should do:

Read the letter carefully. Most IRS letters and notices are about federal tax returns or tax accounts. Each notice deals with a specific issue and includes specific instructions on what to do. A notice may reference changes to a taxpayer's account, taxes owed, a payment request or a specific issue on a tax return. Taking timely action could minimize additional interest and penalty charges.

Review the information. If a letter is about a changed or corrected tax return, the taxpayer should review the information and compare it with the original return. If the taxpayer agrees, they should make notes about the corrections on their personal copy of the tax return and keep it for their records. Typically, a taxpayer will only need to take action or contact the IRS if they don’t agree with the information, if the IRS requested additional information, or if they have a balance due.

Take any requested action, including making a payment. The IRS and authorized private debt collection agencies do send letters by mail. Most of the time, all the taxpayer needs to do is read the letter carefully and take the appropriate action or submit a payment.

Reply only if instructed to do so. Taxpayers don’t need to reply to a notice unless specifically told to do so. There is usually no need to call the IRS. If a taxpayer does need to call the IRS, they should use the number in the upper right-hand corner of the notice and have a copy of their tax return and letter.

Let the IRS know of a disputed notice. If a taxpayer doesn't agree with the IRS, they should mail a letter explaining why they dispute the notice. They should send it to the address on the contact stub included with the notice. The taxpayer should include information and documents for the IRS to review when considering the dispute.

Taxpayers should keep notices or letters they receive from the IRS for their records. These include adjustment notices when an action is taken on the taxpayer's account. Taxpayers should keep records for three years from the date they filed the tax return.

Watch for scams. The IRS will never contact a taxpayer using social media or text message. The first contact from the IRS usually comes in the mail.

09/14/2022

Everyone who still needs to file a 2021 tax return should do so as soon as possible and file electronically. Extension filers have until Oct. 17 to file but filing electronically helps reduce processing time and correct errors. Mistakes on a tax return can also lead to longer processing time, refunds being held or cause the return to be rejected.

08/25/2022

Taxpayers using a professional tax preparer should make sure they have all their information readily available before their appointment. Collecting their information and getting copies of any missing documents before taxpayers sit down to prepare their return is critical to filing an accurate tax return. Having organized records and information in hand helps prevent filing errors and will likely create a smoother filing experience.

Here’s a list of information taxpayers may need. Not all information applies to all taxpayers.

• Social Security numbers of everyone listed on the tax return.

• Bank account and routing numbers for direct deposit or information to make a tax payment.

• Forms W-2 from employer(s).

• Forms 1099 from banks, issuing agencies and other payers including unemployment compensation, dividends, distributions from a pension, annuity or retirement plan.

• Form 1099-K, 1099-MISC, W-2 or other income statement for workers in the gig economy.

• Form 1099-INT for interest received.

• Other income documents and records of virtual currency transactions.

• Form 1095-A, Health Insurance Marketplace Statement.

• Information to support claiming other credits or deductions, such as receipts for child or dependent care, college expenses or donations.

08/25/2022

Aspiring entrepreneurs: learn the basics of setting up a business

Here are a few things new entrepreneurs need to do when starting their business.

Choose a business structure:

The form of business determines which income tax return a business taxpayer needs to file. The most common business structures are:

• Sole proprietorship: An unincorporated business owned by an individual. There's no distinction between the taxpayer and their business.
• Partnership: An unincorporated business with ownership shared between two or more people.
• Corporation: Also known as a C corporation. It's a separate entity owned by shareholders.
• S Corporation: A corporation that elects to pass corporate income, losses, deductions and credits through to the shareholders.
• Limited Liability Company: A business structure allowed by state statute.

Choose a tax year:

A tax year is an annual accounting period for keeping records and reporting income and expenses. A new business owner must choose either:

• Calendar year: 12 consecutive months beginning January 1 and ending December 31.
• Fiscal year: 12 consecutive months ending on the last day of any month except December.

Apply for an employer identification number:

An EIN is also called a federal tax identification number. It's used to identify a business. Most businesses need one of these numbers. It's important for a business with an EIN to keep the business mailing address, location and responsible party up to date. IRS regulations require EIN holders to report changes in the responsible party within 60 days. They do this by completing Form 8822-B, Change of Address or Responsible Party and mailing it to the address on the form.

Have all employees complete these forms:

• Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
• Form W-4 Employee's Withholding Allowance Certificate
Pay business taxes

The form of business determines what taxes must be paid and how to pay them.

Visit state's website: Prospective business owners should visit their state's website for info about state requirements.

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