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05/13/2026

National Accounting Day is May 19th.

03/16/2026

Ament Bookkeeping Services will be closed today during to the weather. I hope to be open tomorrow if weather permits.

02/16/2026

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The IRS processed more than 20 million tax returns so far during the 2026 tax season according to the service's most recent published statistics, and if yo

02/11/2026

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Tax refund warning signs are flashing for millions of Americans filing early in 2026. The Internal Revenue Service says refunds will be delayed for taxpaye

01/17/2026

It's that time of year again. Tax season is upon us. If you need your taxes done, contact me.

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01/15/2026

Everyone please check with your HR Department about your taxes. Make certain that they are taking out the correct stuff.

08/24/2025

The IRS "Fresh Start" initiative is a set of programs designed to help financially struggling individuals and businesses resolve their tax debts. It is not a single program but a collection of expanded and streamlined options, such as installment agreements, offers in compromise (OIC), and lien relief.

Key Fresh Start provisions
1. Streamlined installment agreements
This program allows eligible taxpayers to make manageable monthly payments for up to 72 months to pay off their tax debt.
Eligibility: You must owe a combined total of $50,000 or less in tax, penalties, and interest. You also must be current with all filing and payment requirements.
Key benefit: No financial statement is required to apply, and the IRS will not file a federal tax lien if you set up a direct debit installment agreement before one is issued.

2. Offer in Compromise (OIC)
An OIC allows eligible taxpayers to settle their tax debt with the IRS for less than the full amount owed. An offer is typically accepted when a taxpayer cannot pay the full amount due to their financial situation.
Eligibility: You must prove that paying your full tax debt would cause economic hardship. You can use the IRS's Offer in Compromise Pre-Qualifier Tool to see if you are eligible.
Key benefit: Can significantly reduce the amount of tax debt owed. However, the IRS approval rate for OICs is relatively low.

3. Lien relief
The Fresh Start initiative made it easier for taxpayers to obtain withdrawals of federal tax liens.
Eligibility: Tax liens may be withdrawn once your tax debt is paid in full, especially if you set up a direct debit installment agreement. This can help improve your credit and financial standing.

How to apply
You can apply for Fresh Start options in several ways, depending on the specific program:

Online: For a streamlined installment agreement, use the Online Payment Agreement tool on the IRS website.

By mail: Complete and submit IRS Form 9465, Installment Agreement Request.

Offer in Compromise: If you pre-qualify, you can complete and submit the official OIC application. This requires Form 433-A (OIC) for individuals and Form 656(s).

By phone: Call the number on your tax bill or notice.

Important considerations
You must be compliant: To qualify for any Fresh Start relief, you must have filed all past and current required tax returns.
Interest and penalties still apply: For installment agreements, interest and penalties will continue to accrue on the outstanding balance, though the penalties will be less than if no payment plan was in place.

Seek professional guidance: Because the application process can be complex, many taxpayers work with a qualified tax professional to navigate the various options and determine the best solution for their situation.

08/20/2025

No, the federal government is not sending out a new round of $1,390 stimulus checks. Rumors circulating on social media are false. These claims appear to be a misunderstanding of a separate proposal for a “tariff rebate,” which is not a stimulus check and is not close to becoming law.

Viral posts on social media platforms like TikTok and Facebook have falsely claimed a new federal stimulus payment is imminent. However, officials have confirmed this is not true. This confusion seems to stem from a different proposal in Congress involving tariff revenue.

The claim that Americans will receive a $1,390 stimulus check in late summer 2025 is false. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has confirmed it is not sending out new stimulus payments. Furthermore, only Congress can authorize such payments. Congress has not passed any new law to do so. The IRS continues to warn taxpayers to be aware of scams related to stimulus payments.

The source of the confusion is likely a real bill introduced in the Senate called the American Worker Rebate Act. It is important to know this is not a stimulus check. Instead, the bill proposes a rebate funded by taxes on imported goods, known as tariffs. A rebate is a refund of money consumers may have already paid through higher prices, while a stimulus is new money intended to boost the economy.

The proposal suggests a payment of at least $600 per person, not $1,390. It also includes income limits for eligibility.

Even the proposed tariff rebate is not imminent. The bill is in the early stages and is not close to passing. The U.S. Senate is on summer break and will not return until September.

In addition, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent clarified the administration’s priorities on Tuesday. He stated that any extra revenue from tariffs will first be used to pay down the national debt. While he noted rebate checks could be a possibility in the future, he was clear that payments “wouldn’t be coming anytime soon.”

No, the federal government is not sending out a new round of $1,390 stimulus checks. Rumors circulating on social media are false. These claims appear to b

04/01/2025

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02/10/2025

What is don't understand is when you advertise your business, you have people get on your page and call you a scammer. Why is that?

02/09/2025

Please note that I am not a scammer. I am advertising and I am having people posting under my ad saying I am a scammer. Please call me and I can tell you I am not. Thank you