Lowery, Payn, Leggett & Bellipanni, CPAs

09/20/2026

To allow our staff the opportunity to pay their respects and attend Jimmy’s visitation and funeral, both our Brookhaven and Monticello offices will close at 12:00 noon on Monday, September 21. We appreciate the understanding of our clients and friends.

The memorial service for Mr. James Hulon “Jimmy” Jackson will be held on Monday, September 21, at 2:00 PM at Monticello Baptist Church in Monticello, MS with Clint Jackson officiating. The family will receive guests from 12:00 – 2:00 PM prior to the service.

09/20/2026

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our friend and colleague, James Hulon “Jimmy” Jackson.

Jimmy became part of the LPLB family when we acquired his Monticello practice in 2022. He continued serving the clients he had built relationships with over many years and played an important role in helping our firm grow and expand our presence in the Monticello community. But to Jimmy, his clients were always much more than a book of business. He genuinely valued the personal relationship he had with each of them and especially loved the opportunity to sit down, visit, catch up, and serve them face to face.

That same warmth was something we were fortunate to experience as his coworkers. Jimmy was jovial, quick with a laugh, and simply a joy to be around. We are grateful for the time we had with him and for the role he played in the growth of our firm. More importantly, we are grateful that we had the opportunity to know him and call him our friend. He will be deeply missed by all of us.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Jimmy’s wife, Mary Alice, his children and grandchildren, and all of his family and friends during this difficult time.

Visitation will be held from 12:00–2:00 p.m. Monday at Monticello Baptist Church, with the memorial service beginning at 2:00 p.m.

Jimmy’s obituary and service information can be found at the link below.

Please join us in keeping the Jackson family in your prayers.

The memorial service for Mr. James Hulon “Jimmy” Jackson will be held on Monday, September 21, at 2:00 PM at Monticello Baptist Church in Monticello, MS with Clint Jackson officiating. The family will receive guests from 12:00 – 2:00 PM prior to the service.

08/27/2026

We’re moving!

We’re excited to share that Lowery, Payn, Leggett & Bellipanni, CPAs will soon be moving to a new location!

Our new office will be located at 1377 Johnny Johnson Drive in Brookhaven, conveniently located just off the interstate.

We’re targeting an early December opening, and we look forward to welcoming our clients and friends to our new office.

This move marks an exciting new chapter for our firm and gives us a new home as we continue while serving our clients and community for years to come. We’ll share more details as moving day gets closer. Until then, it’s business as usual at our current location.

Same firm. Same people. New home.

07/31/2026

If you've seen our office building listed for sale, don't worry, we're not going anywhere! We've simply outgrown our current space and are working toward relocating to a larger office that better fits our growing team and our clients' needs.

It's business as usual for now, and we'll be sure to share more details when the time comes. In the meantime, if you know someone looking for a great downtown office building, we'd appreciate you sharing the listing!

05/08/2026

☀️ Summer Hours Update ☀️

Beginning next week, we will be adjusting our office hours for the summer months.

New Summer Hours (through July):
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Our regular hours will resume after July.

If you have any questions or need to schedule time with us, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We appreciate the opportunity to serve you!

04/15/2026

Update: Mississippi Extends State Tax Deadlines for Storm Relief

Following the IRS announcement earlier this week, the Mississippi Department of Revenue has now also extended state tax deadlines for individuals and businesses impacted by the recent winter storms.

This means eligible taxpayers now have additional time to file and pay both federal and Mississippi state taxes.

We’re glad to see the state providing this relief and will continue to keep you informed as details develop.

If you’re unsure how this applies to your situation, feel free to reach out—we’re here to help.

Read the full Mississippi DOR announcement here:
https://www.dor.ms.gov/news/relief-victims-winter-storm-fern-mississippi

04/15/2026

IRS Extends Federal Tax Deadlines for Mississippi Storm Relief

The IRS has announced extended federal tax deadlines for Mississippi taxpayers impacted by the recent ice storms.

Important note: As of now, Mississippi state tax deadlines have NOT been extended. The state filing deadline remains April 15.

We are actively monitoring the situation and will share updates if Mississippi follows the IRS and provides similar relief.

If you have questions about how this may affect your specific situation, feel free to reach out—we’re here to help.

Read the full IRS announcement here:

https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-announces-tax-relief-for-mississippi-taxpayers-impacted-by-severe-winter-storm-various-deadlines-postponed-to-june-8-2026

MS-2026-01, April 14, 2026 — The IRS announced today tax relief for individuals and businesses in Mississippi affected by the severe winter storm that began on Jan. 23, 2026. These taxpayers now have until June 8, 2026, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payme...

02/10/2026

📌 Did You Know? Your W-2 May Not Tell the Full Story

Due to recent changes in how overtime wages are reported, we’re seeing cases this year where overtime was not clearly reflected on employees’ W-2s.

That matters, because incomplete reporting could cause you to miss out on a deduction you may be entitled to.

If you earned overtime at any point during the year, we’re asking that you provide your final paystub, in addition to your W-2. Paystubs often contain information that doesn’t always carry through to the year-end form.

Having that extra detail helps us make sure your return reflects the full picture.

Growing with you means being proactive, asking the right questions, and helping you avoid missed opportunities.

01/27/2026

The IRS is now accepting tax returns, and over the past few weeks we’ve shared tips around preparation — from accessing your IRS online account, to choosing electronic delivery options, to understanding income reporting and documentation requirements.

Whether you’re ready to file now or still gathering information, that’s okay. Everyone’s situation — and timing — is different.

As filing season gets underway, our role stays the same: to guide you through the process, answer questions, and help things move smoothly at your pace.

Growing with you means supporting you from preparation through filing — every step of the way.

Happy Tax Season! 🎉

01/23/2026

If you bought, sold, received, or exchanged digital assets — such as cryptocurrency — during the year, those transactions may need to be reported on your tax return.

Even small or infrequent activity can have reporting implications, and the IRS continues to refine how this information is disclosed. Keeping records throughout the year helps ensure accurate reporting and fewer questions during filing season.

Growing with you means helping you stay informed as reporting requirements evolve.

You may have to report transactions involving digital assets such as cryptocurrency and NFTs on your tax return.