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Arlington Tax Group "Tax Lady II" Tax Season Hours. Open every day until April 15th. Family owned & operated since 1973. Third generation tax consultant.

Specializing in small business, home office, rental properties, trade & union workers, medical professionals, stock market & dividends, refund planning, divorce planning, college credits, FASFA, earned income tax credit, sales & meals tax, bookkeeping, payroll, letters of audit, garnishment, offers in compromise, insolvency, bankruptcy, amending back taxes due to errors & oversights, etc. Understanding your taxes and knowing the impact your tax return has on just about everything you do; bank loans, college applications, student loans, etc. Give us a call to see if we can assist you with your tax questions or needs. Thank you very much and have a wonderful day!

If you filed an extension for your 2025 individual tax return, the extended filing deadline is October 15, 2026. As a re...
10/06/2026

If you filed an extension for your 2025 individual tax return, the extended filing deadline is October 15, 2026.

As a reminder, if you filed for an extension, it only gave you more time to file your return; it did not give you more time to pay any taxes.

Here are a few important reminders about the upcoming extended filing deadline:

🔹The sooner you file, the better. And, if you still owe taxes, interest and penalties may already be accruing.
🔹There are no further extensions. October 15th is the final deadline to file your 2025 extended return.
🔹Review your return carefully before filing. Missing documents, incorrect income information, or overlooked deductions can delay processing and may require an amended return later.

If you have questions about your return or need help preparing before the deadline, please contact our office. We’re here to help.

Up to $5,120 of the Adoption Tax Credit Is Refundable for 2026 – Did You Know?The Adoption Tax Credit helps eligible fam...
10/05/2026

Up to $5,120 of the Adoption Tax Credit Is Refundable for 2026 – Did You Know?

The Adoption Tax Credit helps eligible families manage qualified costs such as adoption fees, travel, legal services and home studies. In recent years, the credit was nonrefundable: it could reduce a person's federal income tax, but any unused amount generally had to be carried forward.

Under rules that took effect in 2025, part of the credit is now refundable. For tax year 2026, up to $5,120 per eligible child may be refundable, even if the taxpayer owes no federal income tax. Any unused nonrefundable portion may be carried forward for up to five years, but a carryforward cannot become refundable in a later year.

The Adoption Tax Credit is subject to income limits and other restrictions, and the timing of a claim depends on the circumstances of the adoption. A tax professional can help determine whether you qualify and how much credit you may claim.

Crypto taxes can feel complicated, but the starting point is simple: The IRS generally treats cryptocurrency as property...
09/30/2026

Crypto taxes can feel complicated, but the starting point is simple: The IRS generally treats cryptocurrency as property, not cash. That means selling, trading, spending, mining, staking, or receiving digital assets may create tax reporting requirements.

Our team can help you organize your records, understand taxable events, review cost-basis details, and prepare accurate reporting for your crypto activity. Whether you have a few transactions or a more complex digital asset portfolio, we are here to make the process clearer. Swipe for more information.

Questions about your crypto taxes? Contact our team to schedule a complimentary consultation and get clear next steps before tax season.

Enhanced Tax Credit Can Help Cover 2026 Childcare Costs – Did You Know? (2/2)If you pay for care for your child under 13...
09/29/2026

Enhanced Tax Credit Can Help Cover 2026 Childcare Costs – Did You Know? (2/2)

If you pay for care for your child under 13 years of age, or for your spouse or other dependent who requires help with basic self-care, then you may qualify for a federal tax credit. The Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit (CDCTC) can help reduce your federal income tax based on care expenses that you pay in order to work or seek work.

The CDCTC is calculated as a percentage of eligible care expenses. As in the past, the credit is subject to phase-down ranges, meaning that the maximum credit amount may decrease based on a person's adjusted gross income (AGI). However, new rules that took effect this year have significantly increased the maximum credit amount for people with AGIs both below and within the phase-down ranges.

For example, a married couple filing a joint return with an AGI of $75,000-$150,000 may qualify for a credit of up to 35% of eligible care costs, up from 20% in 2025. Meanwhile, a single filer with an AGI of $15,000 or less may be entitled to a credit equaling 50% of qualifying expenses. Above $15,000, the rate gradually declines, reaching 35% once AGI exceeds $43,000. A tax professional can help you determine whether you qualify for the CDCTC, and if so, what percentage you may use to figure your credit amount.

Running a small business comes with a lot of moving parts, and ensuring your business remains compliant with the IRS is ...
09/22/2026

Running a small business comes with a lot of moving parts, and ensuring your business remains compliant with the IRS is one of the most important. That said, we wanted to share a few practical steps to help reduce your audit risk and keep your business compliant. Swipe to learn more.

If your business is ever contacted by the IRS regarding an audit, it’s important to remain calm. It is crucial to respond to an audit carefully, gather the requested records, and get guidance before sending anything back to the IRS.

If you’ve received an IRS notice or would like to talk through any of these steps, don’t hesitate to reach out. We are here to be a resource for you.

Enhanced Tax Credit Can Help Cover 2026 Care Costs – Did You Know? (1/2)If you pay for care for your qualifying child un...
09/21/2026

Enhanced Tax Credit Can Help Cover 2026 Care Costs – Did You Know? (1/2)

If you pay for care for your qualifying child under age 13, or for your spouse or other qualifying person who is physically or mentally incapable of self-care and lives with you for more than half the year, then you may qualify for a federal tax credit. The Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit (CDCTC) can help cover care expenses you pay in order to work or seek work. Rule changes that took effect this year have made the CDCTC more valuable for many households.

As in past years, you may use up to $3,000 of eligible expenses to figure the credit for one qualifying person, or up to $6,000 for two or more qualifying persons. However, beginning in 2026, the maximum credit rate increased from 35% to 50% of eligible expenses. The applicable percentage declines as adjusted gross income rises, but many households may qualify for a larger credit than under prior law. The increase can be as much as $900 for taxpayers with two or more qualifying persons.

In general, the CDCTC is available for all filing statuses except married filing separately (MFS). However, MFS filers may qualify if they meet special requirements, including filing separately, maintaining a home for a qualifying person for more than half the year, paying more than half the cost of maintaining the home, and not living with their spouse during the last six months of the year. To claim the credit, you must provide information about both the care recipient and care provider on your tax return. A tax professional can help you determine whether you are eligible for the CDCTC, and if so, help you meet the reporting requirements to claim the largest possible credit.

Most business owners would prefer to avoid extra attention from the IRS. While no one can guarantee that a return will n...
09/18/2026

Most business owners would prefer to avoid extra attention from the IRS. While no one can guarantee that a return will never be selected for review, there are practical steps you can take to reduce audit risk. Swipe through for the first set of habits we recommend keeping year-round.

If your business is ever contacted by the IRS, don’t panic. The most important thing is to respond carefully, gather the requested records, and get guidance before sending information back.

That said, if you’ve received an IRS notice or would like to talk through anything we mentioned in this post, please give our team a call. We are happy to help you review your records, answer questions, and make sure you feel prepared.

Tax Rules for Scholarships, Grants and Fellowships - Did You Know?Common questions about education expenses relate to wh...
09/14/2026

Tax Rules for Scholarships, Grants and Fellowships - Did You Know?

Common questions about education expenses relate to whether scholarships, fellowships and grants constitute taxable income. These awards are generally tax-exempt when received by a degree candidate at an eligible educational institution and used for qualified education expenses, including tuition, required enrollment fees, and required course-related books, supplies and equipment.

However, taxes may apply to funds used for nonqualified expenses like housing, food, travel and optional equipment. Fellowships that carry a work requirement, such as serving as a teaching assistant, are generally taxable compensation to the extent they represent payment for teaching, research or other required services, subject to limited exceptions.

The educational institution or scholarship provider should provide you with detailed information about the potential taxability of funds. By reviewing that information with you, a tax professional can help you maximize both tax benefits and peace of mind.

Thinking about whether renting or buying a home makes the most sense for you? Your monthly payment is only one part of t...
09/14/2026

Thinking about whether renting or buying a home makes the most sense for you? Your monthly payment is only one part of the decision. Homeownership may also come with tax benefits that can affect your overall filing picture when tax season arrives. Swipe through for a few key tax considerations when comparing renting and buying.

Whether you’re thinking about renting, buying, or simply planning ahead for the next tax season, our team can help you better understand how your housing decisions may affect your tax picture. Give us a call anytime.

Quarterly Estimated Tax Payments - ReminderIf you are making quarterly estimated tax payments to the IRS, the due date f...
09/08/2026

Quarterly Estimated Tax Payments - Reminder

If you are making quarterly estimated tax payments to the IRS, the due date for the June 1 - August 31, 2026 payment period is coming up next week on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.

For payments made using IRS Direct Pay, you can make payments until 11:45 p.m. ET on the due date. Debit and credit card payments may also be made online through an IRS-approved payment processor.

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