Kelly King & Co.

Kelly King & Co. Dedicated Partner to Small Businesses Kelly King & Co. Convenient appointment times are available, so call Kelly King & Co. today.

offers leading accounting and tax services in Crestwood, KY, and the surrounding areas, specializing in financial planning, bookkeeping, tax preparation, and various accounting needs. We have served Oldham and Jefferson counties since 1980 and have established a great, reputable status of distinction! Services:
Bookkeeping
Income Tax Preparation
Convenient Appointment Times Available
CPA
Financial Statements
Payroll
Small Business Consulting


Specialties:
Serving Small Businesses, Residential, and Commercial

Certification:
Certified Public Accountants

Professional Associations:
BBB A+ Rating
Kentucky Society of Certified Public Accountants
National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB)

Retirement is far from most teenagers’ minds when they get their first jobs. But those early earnings create a significa...
10/06/2026

Retirement is far from most teenagers’ minds when they get their first jobs. But those early earnings create a significant tax-advantaged savings opportunity. Even modest IRA contributions now can substantially multiply over time. For example, just $2,000 contributed to an IRA earning 5% annually will grow to nearly $23,000 50 years later. A Roth IRA can be especially powerful because qualified distributions will be tax-free. For 2026, the annual contribution limit for IRAs is the lesser of taxable compensation or $7,500. 2026 contributions can be made until April 15, 2027, but the income to support them must be earned by Dec. 31, 2026. Contact us to discuss tax-smart planning for your teen.

Tax law changes taking effect this year will increase alternative minimum tax (AMT) risk for some higher-income taxpayer...
09/23/2026

Tax law changes taking effect this year will increase alternative minimum tax (AMT) risk for some higher-income taxpayers. For 2026, the AMT exemption phaseout thresholds are reduced and the exemption phases out twice as fast as for 2025. If you may be affected, consider the AMT before implementing income and deduction timing strategies. A move that would reduce your 2026 regular tax might provide little or no benefit under the AMT — or could trigger it. Before acting, determine whether you may owe the AMT for 2026 or 2027 and how the move would affect both calculations. We can help project your regular tax and AMT liability for both years and the potential impact of timing strategies.

Disability insurance is a valuable benefit provided by many employers. It replaces a portion of the insured person’s inc...
08/11/2026

Disability insurance is a valuable benefit provided by many employers. It replaces a portion of the insured person’s income — typically 45% to 65% of pre-disability earnings. But in some cases, income taxes can take a bite out of disability benefits.

Taxability usually hinges on who paid the premiums. If your employer paid them, the payouts from the policy generally will be taxed to you just as if the income were paid directly to you by your employer. If you paid the premiums, the payments you receive generally won’t be taxable. State tax treatment of disability benefits varies.

We can help you assess how much disability coverage you need depending on the tax consequences and other factors.

Recent tax law changes made the New Markets Tax Credit permanent. This program encourages private investment in economic...
08/04/2026

Recent tax law changes made the New Markets Tax Credit permanent. This program encourages private investment in economically distressed communities by offering federal income tax credits to qualifying investors.

If your business invests in a certified community development entity (CDE), you may be eligible for a credit equal to 39% of your investment over seven years. Alternatively, your business may benefit indirectly by receiving CDE financing for renovations, equipment, expansion or other eligible projects in qualifying low-income communities.

Contact us to learn more. We can help you estimate the potential tax or financing benefits and comply with the applicable requirements.

Have you made contributions to charity this year? Are you considering making more? If so, it’s important to be familiar ...
07/21/2026

Have you made contributions to charity this year? Are you considering making more? If so, it’s important to be familiar with the tax rules so you can maximize your tax benefit — or at least avoid finding out at tax filing time that your charitable deductions are smaller than you expected.

What you donate affects how much you can deduct and the limits that apply. For example, cash donations are generally deductible up to 60% of adjusted gross income (AGI) while property donation deductions are typically limited to 30% or 50% of AGI. And nonitemizers can deduct only cash gifts, subject to a $1,000 limit ($2,000 if married filing jointly).

Many additional rules apply. Contact us with questions.

It’s easy to focus on the excitement of a big win. But before you spend lottery, gambling or other winnings, be sure you...
07/14/2026

It’s easy to focus on the excitement of a big win. But before you spend lottery, gambling or other winnings, be sure you understand the tax impact.

Federal tax law generally treats such winnings as taxable income. Knowing the basic rules can help you avoid surprises when you file your 2026 return next year. For example, if you win more than $5,000, generally the payer (lottery agency, casino, etc.) will withhold 24% for federal tax purposes — which may or may not be enough to cover your tax liability — and send you and the IRS a Form W-2G showing the winnings paid and tax withheld.

There also might be state tax consequences. Contact us to learn more.

Certain “small” businesses have a choice of using cash or accrual accounting for tax purposes. If you’re one of them, wh...
07/07/2026

Certain “small” businesses have a choice of using cash or accrual accounting for tax purposes. If you’re one of them, which route should you take?

Cash-basis businesses recognize income when received and deduct expenses when paid, providing greater flexibility in the timing of income and deductions. In contrast, accrual-basis businesses recognize income when earned and deduct expenses when incurred, regardless of the timing of cash receipts or payments.

Even if you meet the eligibility requirements, the cash method isn’t right for every business. And switching methods adds administrative costs. Contact us to learn more about each option.

Will your Social Security benefits be taxable? A portion might be. How much depends on your provisional income, your ove...
06/30/2026

Will your Social Security benefits be taxable? A portion might be. How much depends on your provisional income, your overall income and IRS thresholds.

Provisional income is your adjusted gross income with some additional calculations. You may have to report up to 85% of your Social Security benefits as taxable income if your provisional income is over $34,000 ($44,000 for joint filers). If you file separately from your spouse who lived with you at any time during the year, the threshold is $0.

Smart tax planning can potentially reduce your liability. We can help project your provisional income and review your overall tax situation to identify strategies that make sense for you.

Rising home values are leaving some homeowners with large gains when they sell. But that doesn’t necessarily mean a larg...
06/23/2026

Rising home values are leaving some homeowners with large gains when they sell. But that doesn’t necessarily mean a large tax bill. If you sell your principal residence and meet certain requirements, you can exclude up to $250,000 of gain ($500,000 for joint filers). Gain that exceeds the exclusion or doesn’t qualify for it, however, is subject to long-term capital gains tax (or short-term capital gains tax if you haven’t owned the home for more than a year). It also could be subject to the net investment income tax if your income is over a certain amount. Contact us before putting your home on the market. We can help you estimate the tax impact and discuss possible planning opportunities.

Are you thinking about selling your commercial or investment real estate? If the property has appreciated significantly,...
06/16/2026

Are you thinking about selling your commercial or investment real estate? If the property has appreciated significantly, a Sec. 1031 like-kind exchange may allow you to defer tax on some or all of the gain. With this transaction, you exchange the property for another qualifying property, generally deferring tax until the replacement property is sold.

But common misconceptions about Sec. 1031 exchanges can lead to missed opportunities or costly mistakes. For example, the property types don’t have to be identical, and receiving cash or debt relief (“boot”) may trigger taxable gain.

We can help demystify this tax strategy and determine whether it’s right for your situation. Contact us to learn more.

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6321 Highway 329
Crestwood, KY
40014

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 12pm
1pm - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 12pm
1pm - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 12pm
1pm - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 12pm
1pm - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 12pm

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