Ratliff Accounting and Tax

10/11/2026

Call Julie (aka Rachel) before you DIG...into your taxes, that is!

Before you bury yourself in receipts and paperwork, call Ratliff Accounting & Tax. Let our team dig into the details, uncover potential deductions, and help you spot surprises before it’s time to file. 😉

📞 708-580-6548

10/02/2026

When choosing a tax accountant, talk to at least three professionals.

Ask questions. Find someone you like and feel comfortable talking to.
👉But ask about data security too.

Do they have a secure portal, or are they asking you to send tax documents to their Yahoo or Gmail address?

And don't assume .com automatically means it's secure.

Ask how they actually receive, store, and protect your information.

We don't want sensitive tax documents coming to us through regular email. Our clients have a secure portal for that.

If someone isn't comfortable sending documents digitally, we'll find another secure way to get them to us.

But either way, security is the key! It's a crazy world we live in!😜

09/30/2026

FAQ: What's the best way to organize receipts, tax forms and other financial records so tax preparation goes smoothly?

ANSWER: Whatever way you will actually use! The perfect organization system is useless if you won’t follow through with it.

We can adapt to just about anything. Keep a file folder, save everything digitally, use a manila envelope...whatever works for you.

What matters is having a system throughout the year so that when tax season arrives, you can actually find the documents you need and get them to me securely.😁

09/29/2026

Happy National Coffee Day! ☕

I love the caffeinated bean so much that “maybe addiction” feels like a fair assessment. Powered by coffee. Fueled by deadlines. — Your Nosey Accountant

09/27/2026

𝗙𝗔𝗤: What documents should people start gathering now rather than waiting until January or February?

𝗔𝗡𝗦𝗪𝗘𝗥:
●Start gathering the things that may not arrive neatly in a tax form in January.

●If something significant happens financially during the year, save the paperwork when it happens.

●Keep records of estimated tax payments, retirement contributions, large asset purchases, and significant gifts, including receipts or valuations when applicable. It is much easier than trying to recreate it months later (and cheaper than paying us to recreate it). 😊

09/26/2026

Business owners on September 25 who haven’t started their 2026 accounting:

“If I don’t look at it, it can’t hurt me.”

Oh, sweet summer child. 😬

You can hide behind the curtain, but your bank feed can still see you—and every uncategorized transaction has been quietly inviting friends.

The accounting is not going to disappear. It is going to sit there, growing stronger, until February Rachel has to deal with it.

And February Rachel is much more expensive.

Start now. Reconcile one month at a time. Ask for help if you need it. Just please stop feeding the monster.

09/23/2026

We're excited to sponsor the Frankfort Chamber of Commerce's W**e & Ale Walk, happening this Sunday, Sep. 27th! Don't miss this fun event!

A big thank you to our W**e & Ale Walk event sponsors! 🍷🍺

Join us for the 14th Annual W**e & Ale Walk in downtown Frankfort! Sample a variety of wines and craft ales while enjoying the charming atmosphere of our historic downtown.

We’re excited to feature our participating member businesses, each offering unique selections. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to indulge in delicious beverages and bites while supporting local businesses.

📅 Mark your calendars for an unforgettable afternoon of sipping, strolling, and savoring in Frankfort!
Sunday, September 27th from 2–6 PM
🥂https://tools.frankfortchamber.com/events/details/2026-wine-ale-walk-15974?calendarMonth=2026-09-01

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09/22/2026

One of the things I love about being involved with TEDxTinley Park is getting to watch this come together from the ground up.

As CFO, I’ve gotten a behind-the-scenes look at just how much work, creativity, and community support is going into bringing the first TEDxTinley Park to life, and I’m pretty darn excited to be part of the team making it happen. ❤️

Want to be part of it too? Whether you’re interested in becoming a sponsor, volunteering, or grabbing your tickets for October 4th, you can find everything here:

👉 https://www.tedxtinleypark.org/

Here’s a little peek at what we’ve been up to! 👇

Spero Speropoulos Anna Broccolo

09/21/2026

When you're working and feel thumps on your chair.

❤️🐕

09/20/2026

We're hiring! The Village of Orland Park, a dynamic, progressive, vibrant community, seeks a Senior Engineer and Human Resource Analyst.

Apply online or view more opportunities at orlandpark.org/jobs.