Northwest Accounting & Tax Service, Inc.

10/19/2026

Small business owners: before the holiday rush arrives, take a look at how your year is shaping up.

Are your books current? Are there unpaid invoices to follow up on? Has your income changed significantly from last year?

A little attention now can make your year-end tax planning conversation more productive.

Start with our guide:
https://nwatax.net/year-end-tax-moves-for-small-businesses-in-washington-oregon

10/16/2026

The regular October extension deadline has passed, but tax questions don’t follow a single season.

Whether you’re planning for year-end or considering a different preparer for next year, think about the support you’ll want between filing deadlines.

Our guide covers communication, experience, and year-round availability:

Learn how to choose a tax professional for your needs. Northwest Accounting offers expert tax services in the Pacific Northwest. Contact us today!

10/14/2026

Once your return is filed, save a copy somewhere secure, and keep a short list of questions it raised.

Was your income different than expected? Did you owe more than you anticipated? Has your situation changed again this year?

Those questions can be a useful starting point for a tax planning conversation while there’s still time left in 2026.

10/12/2026

A reminder for individual taxpayers with a valid extension: the regular federal deadline to file your 2025 return is this Thursday, October 15.

If your return is still in progress, check with your preparer today about any remaining documents, approvals, or signatures.

Some taxpayers qualify for special deadline relief. If you think that applies to you, confirm your specific deadline with your preparer.

10/09/2026

You should feel comfortable asking your tax preparer questions.

“What does this mean?”
“Why do you need that document?”
“What should I do differently next year?”

Clear explanations are part of a good working relationship. At Northwest Accounting & Tax Service, we want you to understand your return and feel comfortable discussing what comes next.

10/05/2026

Getting ready to meet with your tax preparer?

Along with your documents, bring a short list of what changed: a new income source, a business, a move, retirement, or a change in your household.

Write down your questions, too. You don’t need to know which details affect your taxes before the appointment, that’s part of what we help you sort through.

10/02/2026

Choosing someone to prepare your taxes? Start with a few practical questions:

• Have you worked with tax situations like mine?
• How is your preparation fee determined?
• How will we exchange documents securely?
• Are you available for questions outside tax season?

A good working relationship starts with clear expectations.

09/30/2026

September is wrapping up. Small business owners, this is a good point to give your records some attention before the final quarter gets busy.

Reconcile your accounts through September, gather missing receipts, and flag any transactions you’re unsure how to categorize.

Starting October with current records makes it easier to see how your business is doing and have a useful year-end planning conversation.

09/28/2026

A completed tax return represents more than entering numbers into software.

Behind it are document reviews, follow-up questions, research, and a second review by another team member.

When we ask for additional information, it helps us understand the full picture and prepare your return carefully. Thank you for taking the time to work through those questions with us.

09/25/2026

Has 2026 brought a new job, self-employment, retirement, or a significant change in income?

Those changes are worth discussing before the year ends. A fall tax planning appointment gives us time to review your situation, talk through your questions, and identify next steps.

Contact Northwest Accounting & Tax Service to ask about a tax planning appointment. https://theqrco.de/nwatax