AMD Accounting, LLC

10/27/2026

⚠️ A quick fraud-prevention reminder for local businesses ⚠️

Our office recently encountered a check-fraud situation involving one of our clients. A legitimate check had been prepared, signed and mailed, but the check that ultimately cleared the client's account had been altered.

This type of fraud is commonly called check washing. We don't want to create unnecessary alarm, but after seeing an actual instance affect one of our clients, we want to encourage businesses to take a few extra precautions:

✅ Ask your bank about Positive Pay.

✅ Review the cleared check images.

✅ Keep a close eye on bank activity.

✅ Consider electronic payments when they make sense.

✅ Be thoughtful about how and where checks are mailed

We've put together more information about check washing, what to look for, and some practical controls businesses can put in place:

👉 Check Washing Fraud: What Business Owners Should Know
www.amdacct.com/blog-3-1/check-washing-fraud

The takeaway isn't to panic or stop using checks. It's simply a good time to review the controls you have around your bank accounts.

After encountering a check issued by one of our clients that had been altered, we’re sharing practical steps businesses can take to help prevent and detect check fraud.

10/19/2026

A little workshop update, plus something new!

We’re moving So You Want to Start a Business? to December 5th!

I created this workshop because I see how easy it is for new business owners to miss important steps when they’re trying to figure everything out themselves. Getting things right from the beginning can save a lot of frustration, and potentially a lot of money later on.

✅ Step-by-step startup guidance with a CPA
✅ Practical resources to take home
✅ A full hour of Q&A with Larissa Davidson, CPA and Emily Wise, Esq. of Wise & Blitzer

📅 December 5 | $150

AND because the questions don’t stop once your business is up and running...

📣 NEW WORKSHOP - Business Tax Deductions: What Can You Really Deduct?

On January 9th, we’ll break down home office deductions, vehicle expenses, other common business deductions, and that question every business owner asks: Can I deduct this?

Then we’ll have a full hour of Q&A for your business tax questions.

📅 January 9 | $75 per person

These are practical, small-group workshops designed to give you information you can actually use, with plenty of time to ask questions of experienced professionals.

Registration and full details are available on our website!

Learn With Us We believe that understanding your finances shouldn’t feel out of reach. That's why we're building a lineup of workshops and classes designed to give small business owners and individuals the knowledge they need without the jargon. Our goal is to provide practical, hands-on education...

10/13/2026

Exciting workshop update!

I'm thrilled to share that Emily Wise, Esq. of Wise & Blitzer will be joining me for our upcoming So You Want to Start a Business workshop.

If you're thinking about starting a business, we'll walk through the practical tax, financial, and legal considerations involved in getting started in Maryland. Our goal is to help you make informed decisions, avoid common mistakes, and move forward with confidence.

Attendees will hear from both a CPA and an attorney, receive a Maryland startup workbook, and leave with a step-by-step roadmap for getting their business off the ground.

📅 Saturday, October 24
🕑 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
📍 Kent County Community Center, Worton, MD

Register here: https://www.amdacct.com/workshops

Know someone who's thinking about starting a business? We'd appreciate it if you'd share this post!

10/02/2026

Exciting update from AMD Accounting!

We've upgraded our phone system, which means you can now text our office number.

Texts go to a shared inbox monitored by both Sue and me, making it easier for us to stay connected and respond to clients.

We're still working through a few kinks as we learn the new system, so please bear with us while we get everything dialed in.

I know texting has become many people's preferred way to communicate, and I'm always looking for ways to make working with AMD easier and more convenient for our clients.

As always, thank you for your trust and support!

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09/27/2026

Registration is now open for our So You Want to Start a Business workshop!

If you're thinking about starting a business, recently opened one, or simply want to make sure you're starting on the right foot, this workshop is designed to help you understand the practical, financial, and tax considerations of running a business in Maryland.

Space is limited. Register online here: www.https://www.amdacct.com/workshops

Know someone who has talked about starting a business? We'd appreciate it if you'd share this post.

09/20/2026

Thinking about starting a business?

We're putting the finishing touches on a new workshop designed to help aspiring and new business owners understand the practical, financial, and tax considerations of starting a business in Maryland.

More details, registration information, and event announcements are coming soon!

08/18/2026

🎉 Good news for small business owners! BOI reporting is officially dead.

FinCEN has permanently eliminated Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements for U.S. companies and U.S. persons.

07/17/2026

Quick heads-up for business owners who track mileage: 2026 now has two IRS mileage rates instead of one. That means a little extra planning now could save headaches at tax time next year.

The IRS increased the business mileage rate effective July 1, 2026, creating two mileage rates for the same tax year.

07/13/2026

Have you ever gotten an IRS penalty after years of doing everything right?

Good news - the IRS is finally making penalty relief automatic for eligible taxpayers.

The IRS is making penalty relief simpler. Eligible taxpayers with a history of filing and paying on time may now receive automatic relief from certain IRS penalties—no request required.

05/15/2026

We’re seeing a new IRS notice (CP53E) showing up in mailboxes—and it’s causing a lot of confusion.

If you’ve received one, don’t panic. Here’s what it means and what to do next:

What it means and what you should do if you receive IRS Notice CP53E