Philip Shenkman CPA, PA

Underreported income and math errors are key mistakes that can trigger an audit from the IRS. Having your taxes prepared by a professional can significantly reduce this risk.

Five Reasons Why the IRS Will Audit You The IRS is constantly looking for a reason to audit you. There are several red flags that can identify your tax return as one that needs additional attention. Knowing these indicators can help you avoid the unwanted scrutiny.

There's still time to lower your tax obligation. Here are five great ideas to consider.

Lower This Year's Tax Obligation - Action to take now! Now is a great time to assess your current tax situation and address any lingering tax questions that may improve your tax picture this year. Here are five things to consider.

The IRS finalized its 2026 No Tax on Tips rules. We cover who qualifies and what employers should do now. Also learn about affordable employee benefits that actually matter.

Tax & Business Newsletter: May 2026 Running a business means navigating two ongoing challenges – understanding tax rules that somehow keep getting longer, and figuring out how to keep employees engaged. In this issue, we break down the IRS’s finalized No Tax on Tips rules for 2026, including which occupations officially qu...

The gift tax is one of the most misunderstood provisions in the tax code. Here is what you need to know.

Understanding the Gift Giving Tax - Excess gift giving could cause a tax surprise Presenting a gift to a grandchild does not normally have us thinking about the taxes. However, if not careful, the over-generous gift giver could end up with a surprise tax bill and a note from the IRS.

Sometimes the best way to lower your tax bill is to think a couple of years in advance. Here are some ideas

Tax Planning Insights: May 2026 If you're interested in minimizing your tax obligations and maximizing your savings, consider the helpful tips and ideas you'll find in this newsletter. This month there are ideas to consider to lower your tax bill for this year AND next! Plus, a helpful article to ensure your have access to cash wh...

You can legally lower your taxes by shifting a certain amount of unearned income to your children. Here are some ideas to implement this strategy.

Leveraging Your Children's Lower Tax Rate - One of the best places for parents to look for tax savings The progressive nature of income tax rates offers taxpayers the incentive to transfer assets to lower earning taxpayers. Why not your children? Here are some tips.

Want a lower tax bill? Your tax planning needs to start now!

Client Update Newsletter: May 2026 With so much uncertainty in the economy, the tendency is to step back and wait until things settle down. On the other hand the early bird catches the worm. Now is a great time to be thinking about steps to reduce your tax obligations, both this year and into the future. This month an article is pres...

In a world of digital payments, how do you prove your tax deductions? Here are some tips.

No Check! Where's Your Proof? - What to do about your need for documentation Very few banks return your canceled checks. So what do you need to do if required by the IRS to prove your deductions? This often means staying ahead of the game at year end.

Scams are getting more sophisticated and the IRS is a target. Here are tips to protect yourself.

Is it really the IRS? - Four tips to ensure your security Con artists impersonate IRS agents to either intimidate people into making payments or turn over their personal information. Here are some ideas to ensure this does not happen to you.

Everyone should understand 529 savings plans. Here is what you need to know.

Understanding 529 Savings Plans - Plus a couple of great tips The tax code is filled with programs to be tax efficient when paying for educational expenses. One of the most popular is the 529 Savings Plan. Here is what you need to know.