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Don't let identity thieves file a tax return in your name!

Whether you're a taxpayer or a tax professional, adding extra security layers is the best way to safeguard your sensitive information. Here are 3 easy steps you can take today:

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New SECURE 2.0 rules may let certain retirement plans pay qualified long-term care insurance premiums—without the usual 10% early-withdrawal penalty. It’s a smart way to help protect your retirement savings and coverage. Find out who qualifies and how the limits work. Read now.

Penalty-Free Retirement Withdrawals for Long-Term Care Learn how the new SECURE 2.0 rule allows penalty-free defined contribution plan distributions to pay qualified long-term care premiums starting in 2026.

September 15 is the 3rd estimated tax deadline—don’t let it sneak up on you. If you earn income that isn’t automatically withheld, this payment can help you avoid underpayment surprises and stay in control of your cash flow. Read now to stay ahead and reduce year-end stress.

Q3 Estimated Taxes Due September 15 | Hays CPA LLC Ensure your third quarter estimated tax payments are submitted by September 15 using Form 1040-ES to avoid underpayment issues later in the year.

To every worker, creator, and innovator-today is for you! Happy Labor Day from Hays CPA. Thank you for your hard work and dedication.

Are you the “family CFO” for both your kids and your parents? You’re not alone—and one wrong money move can affect retirement, taxes, and even estate plans across generations. Find out how to protect your own future while supporting the people you love. Read now.

Managing Multigenerational Finances as Family CFO Learn how to balance retirement planning, adult children support, and elder parent care as your family's CFO with expert tax advisory from Hays CPA LLC.

Think your business expense is safe just because it’s “real”? A recent Tax Court case says otherwise—without strict, contemporaneous records, travel, meals, and vehicle deductions can be denied. Don’t let missing documentation cost you money. Read now to protect your write-offs.

Self-Employed Tax Recordkeeping: Lessons from Tax Court A recent Tax Court case highlights why self-employed business owners must keep contemporaneous records for travel, meals, and vehicle deductions.

Should you pay down debt or invest extra cash? The answer isn’t always what you’d expect—especially in today’s high-rate environment. From credit cards to mortgages, the right move depends on your rates, savings, taxes, and goals. Read now to find out what strategy may fit you best.

Pay Off Debt or Invest? What to Consider Higher interest rates change the debt vs. investing decision. Learn how debt, savings, retirement goals, and taxes can affect your choice.

Join our Founder and CEO, Orumé Hays, CPA, CGMA, MST, for an empowering LinkedIn Fireside Chat: Leadership Unlocked: Building Careers That Outlast You, featuring insights from NABA Inc. leaders Crystal D. Martin and Jesse Rhodes, Jr.

Key topics they'll cover:

-Pivoting from personal achievement to building teams that thrive without you in the room.
-Holding uncompromised ethics while taking the strategic risks that build lasting legacy.
-Using NABA's regional ecosystem to sponsor the next generation.

📅 Friday, September 4, 2026 | 2:00–3:00 PM ET

Whether you're a student, early-career CPA, or seasoned partner, this is a conversation worth tuning into. Save your spot and join us live!