Riley's Tax Service

07/16/2026

One of the B.E.S.T ways taxpayers can protect themselves from identity theft is by requesting an Identity Protection Personal Identification Number. What taxpayers should know about an IP PIN!!

*Anyone with a Social Security number or an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number can request a free IP PIN, including taxpayers living abroad.
*It's a unique six-digit number known only to the taxpayer and the IRS.
* It helps verify a taxpayer's identity when they file a federal tax return. It also protects the taxpayer's account, even if they aren't required to file a return.
*Taxpayers must verify their identity before receiving an IP PIN.
* Tax professionals cannot request an IP PIN for a client but may use the number provided by the taxpayer when preparing and filing a return.
*A new IP PIN is issued each year for added security.
*Taxpayers who request an IP PIN online will need to retrieve their new one annually, starting mid to late January.
* Taxpayers who receive an IP PIN must include it on all federal tax returns they file during the year, including prior-year and amended returns.
* The IRS will never call, email, text, or message a taxpayer through social media channels to request their IP PIN.

Get an identity protection PIN (IP PIN) to protect your tax account.

07/16/2026

As we all can see with the haziness outside, wildfire smoke is no joke! For those who may not know what’s going on, there are several active wildfires in both Canada & Minnesota. These fires will likely burn for a while as they are in remote areas and not easily accessed by firefighters to extinguish them.

The smoke from these fires has blanketed the state of Michigan in a layer of thick smoke. The smoke will likely clear out by Friday, but air quality will likely be impacted all weekend.

The elderly, pregnant women, and children are most susceptible to wildfire smoke so please stay inside as much as possible and make sure to recirculate your car's AC while driving.

Follow MI Storm Chasers and your local weather channel/app for continuous updates.

06/17/2026

Great read about Michigan's Tax system this year. Thank you Steve for helping.

06/16/2026

HAVING A HARD TIME CONTACTING THE STATE OF MICHIGAN? You can request a Call Back online if you create an online account.
Once logged in to MITreasury eServices – Citizen, click on "More" then "View and Send Messages," then "Send a Message." When prompted to pick a message type, please select "Request a Callback" and include your full name, a call back number, and the primary focus of the call (return/refund status, ID verification, responding to a letter, etc.) in the body of the message. A Treasury customer contact agent will call you within 3 business days, between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Click below to create a Citizen account, so you can communicate with them directly. Their phone lines are too full since their update to get through. We recommend you use this service. Click below

Treasury is aware of concerns regarding Individual Income Tax notices and returns processing. We are committed to addressing these problems directly and transparently.

06/11/2026

Getting Married Soon and Changing Your Name? Start with Social Security ..... June 11, 2026

Wedding season is a time of celebration, new beginnings, and for some, changing your name after marriage. If you decide to change your name after getting married, it's important to update your Social Security card to match your new legal name. This helps keep your records accurate and avoids problems with your taxes, job, or benefits. We'll walk you through what you need to know and how to get started.

Wedding season is a time of celebration, new beginnings, and for some, changing your name after marriage. If you decide to change your name after getting …

06/11/2026

: Do you need proof that you didn't file a tax return this year for your financial aid? You can get a verification of non-filing letter from the after June 15. You can create an IRS Online Account to view, print or download your letter. You can also use the Get Transcript by Mail option online -- call the automated transcript service or fill out and send in Form 4506-T.

Visit https://ow.ly/N4N050Z1Nxz to request your letter.

06/11/2026

Have you moved? 🏠 ❓️ Always keep your address updated with the IRS.

There are a few ways to tell the if you've moved. You can submit Form 8822, send us a written statement or call us on the phone. It's important to update your address in case we have to mail you a letter or notice.

Learn how to update your address with us at https://ow.ly/2Gjg50Z1NwP.

06/11/2026

NEVER try to deal with IRS letters on your own. ALWAYS give us a call first.!

Got a letter or notice from the ? No need to panic, we have a handy tax tip on how to handle it. When you respond accurately and timely to IRS correspondence, it will prevent issues from piling up.

Check out the latest at https://ow.ly/crX350Z1Nub.

06/11/2026

Are you a newlywed? Don’t forget that getting married also means tax filing changes. Check out resources to keep you on track: www.irs.gov/lifeevents