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What Do I Need To File My Taxes This Year With My Tacoma Tax Pro?

Key TakeawaysBring valid government photo IDs and Social Security cards (or ITINs) for every person listed on your return to verify identities and prevent fraud. Collect all W-2s and 1099s, including the new Form 1099-DA for any digital asset or cryptocurrency...

Can You Dispute A Tax Bill? Two Rights Tacoma Taxpayers Have This Tax Season

Key TakeawaysYes, you can dispute a tax bill—a notice from the IRS is often a proposal, not a final verdict. The IRS routinely issues bills based on incomplete or incorrect information, especially when returns are missing or rushed. You have the legal right...

Which Tax Credits Do I Qualify For? A Guide For Tacoma Taxpayers

Key TakeawaysThe Child Tax Credit is up to $2,200 per child, with up to $1,700 available as a refundable payment even if you owe no taxes. Adoptive parents can now claim a credit of up to $17,280, with up to $5,000 of that amount now fully...

What Tax Changes Are Coming in 2026 For Tacoma Filers?

Key TakeawaysTax rates didn’t change, but brackets and deductions did. Inflation adjustments mean more income is taxed at lower rates. The SALT deduction cap jumped to $40,400, making itemizing relevant again for many households. New deductions for tips and...

2025 Taxes for Tacoma Business Owners Who Owe the IRS

Key TakeawaysResolving old tax issues depends on how you handle your 2025 taxes Filing your 2025 return on time matters even if you can’t pay the full balance For self-employed taxpayers, estimated payments are part of staying current on 2025...

What Are Tax Planning Strategies Tacoma Taxpayers Should Use First In 2026?

Key TakeawaysGetting organized early helps prevent missing income documents and IRS matching issues later. January is the best time to check withholding and estimated tax payments for the year ahead. Contribution limits for retirement and health-related...

How Can Tacoma Retirees Reduce Required Minimum Distribution Taxes?

Disclaimer: This content is provided for general educational purposes and does not constitute individualized tax advice. Tax planning strategies should be evaluated based on your specific circumstances in consultation with a qualified tax professional. Key...

What Are The Best Year-End Tax Moves Tacoma Taxpayers Can Make Last Minute?

Key TakeawaysYou can still make charitable gifts that count for this tax year, including donor-advised funds and stock donations. Depending on your income level, it may make sense to itemize deductions and repay a fourth-quarter state estimated tax payment...

What Happens After Tacoma Taxpayers Appeal IRS Decisions?

Key TakeawaysThe IRS has launched an IRS Post-Appeals Mediation (PAM) pilot program for certain unresolved Appeals cases. PAM allows a facilitated negotiation with a neutral mediator and a new Appeals team. Not every case qualifies, but the program shows...

What Does the IRS Math Act Mean For Tacoma Taxpayers?

Key TakeawaysIRS notices must now provide a clear, specific explanation of the exact error. Not generic language or guesswork. The IRS must prominently tell you about your 60-day right to request abatement, including the exact deadline date. Line numbers,...

How You’re Missing Legal Tax Deductions

Here’s a certain truth: the State and Federal Government would love to have more of your hard-earned money in their accounts. Sure, even though it’s painful, none of us begrudge paying our legal and fair share of taxes.

But the problem is that regular taxpayers, like you, are missing out on legal and safe deductions, to the tune of hundreds of millions of dollars in unclaimed refunds every year!

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