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Kala’s BK Services YOUR TAX PARTNER SPECIALIZING IN DEDUCTIONS FOR ENTREPRENEURS. WE TURN RECEIPTS INTO REFUNDS✨

💡 Tax Tip Thursday: Don't Overlook the Charitable Mileage DeductionIf you volunteered for a qualified non-profit or tax-...
10/15/2026

💡 Tax Tip Thursday: Don't Overlook the Charitable Mileage Deduction

If you volunteered for a qualified non-profit or tax-exempt charitable organization this year and drove your personal vehicle for that cause, you can deduct your driving expenses!

Standard Mileage Rate: For charitable driving, you can claim a statutory standard rate of 14 cents per mile.

Actual Expenses Option: Alternatively, you can deduct actual out-of-pocket costs directly related to the volunteer work, such as gas and oil (though general maintenance, insurance, and depreciation cannot be included).

Don't Forget Tolls & Parking: Tolls and parking fees incurred while doing volunteer work are fully deductible as charitable contributions in addition to the standard mileage rate or gas expenses.

Keep a Log: To substantiate the deduction on Schedule A (Form 1040), keep a simple mileage log showing the date, destination, volunteer purpose, and miles driven.

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10/13/2026

Today’s Tax Tip: W-9 Check-In ✨✨

What to gather: Forms W-9 for every contractor or vendor you've paid $600+ this year.

Why it matters: Saves you from frantically chasing people down when 1099 deadlines hit in January.

Your quick win: Pull your vendor payout list today and email anyone who hasn't sent over their W-9 yet.

10/06/2026

Listen up, sis! ⏰

October 15th is officially the hard deadline for your tax extension—and no, there are no extensions for the extension.

If you don't hit submit by midnight, Uncle Sam starts tacking on late-filing penalties that you definitely don't want to pay.

Here is your quick 3-step checklist to get it done today:

✅Grab your documents: W-2s, 1099s, and those deduction receipts you've been avoiding.

✅ E-file immediately: Fast-track it online so you get that instant filing confirmation.

✅ Pay what you can: Even if you can't pay the full bill right now, filing on time stops the biggest penalty in its tracks.

Get it off your plate today so you can enjoy your weekend stress-free. Let's get this money right! 💅🏾✨

10/01/2026

🧾 MYTH: "I bought it with my business card, so it's a 100% tax write-off!"

👀 TRUTH: Sliding that business card doesn't automatically make it deductible, bestie.

The IRS says it has to be ordinary and necessary for your specific business.

🤍 That brunch with your girls? Not a write-off.

🤍 Your phone or car? Only the % you actually use for work.

🤍 Keep those receipts organized before tax season catches you slipping! 📁

Got a write-off question? Drop it below! 👇🏾

09/30/2026

🚨 MYTH: "If I mark Exempt on my W-4, I get my full check and don't owe nothing to the IRS!"

👀 TRUTH: Honey, the IRS always gets their money.
Checking "Exempt" just stops your job from taking taxes out now. It doesn't mean you don't owe.

Come April, you'll be stuck with a huge tax bill PLUS penalties.

Unless you had zero tax liability last year AND expect zero this year, leave that box alone!

Gotta check your W-4 withholding? Drop a comment or send a DM! 📲

09/22/2026

💡 Tax Tip Tuesday: Track Your Home Office Deductions

If you are self-employed or run a business from home, you can claim the Home Office Deduction.

1. Simplified Method: Claim a flat $5 per square foot of allowable workspace (up to 300 sq. ft., for a maximum deduction of $1,500) without saving every utility bill.

2. Regular Method: Track actual expenses (rent, mortgage interest, utilities, repairs) based on the percentage of your home dedicated exclusively and regularly to business.

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09/18/2026

🚨 REAL TALK: OCTOBER 15 IS ALMOST HERE! 🚨

If you received that tax extension back in April, time is officially running out. ⏰

No stressing, no headache, and definitely no IRS jump scares—I’ve got you covered.

⚫️ The Deadline: October 15 (No more extensions after this!)
⚫️ The Fix: Get your documents to me, and I’ll handle the rest.
⚫️ The Goal: Maximize your return, dodge late fees, and get this off your plate.

Drop a comment below or send me a DM RIGHT NOW so we can get you filed before the clock hits midnight! 📩📲

09/17/2026

TAX TIP THURSDAY✨✨

Daycare costs paying off at tax time? Yes, ma'am! 👧🏾👦🏾✨

If you pay for daycare, after-school care, or day camps so you can work your business, you need the Child & Dependent Care Credit.

💡 Quick Move: Ask your care provider for their Tax ID (EIN) right now. Save it in your phone notes so you aren't chasing them down in April!

Tag a busy mom boss who needs this! 👇🏾

09/15/2026

Mom Run or Business Trip? 🚗💼 Stop leaving money on the road!

Are you out here running supply errands or meeting clients? Those miles are tax write-offs that keep cash in your pocket!

If you don’t already, get you a free mileage tracker app today so you don't forget.

Drop a 🚗 if you track your miles!

07/22/2026

Pro-tip for your next document signing: Don’t sign yet! 🛑✍🏾

It is a very common mistake to fill out and sign your documents before meeting with a notary. However, a notary's primary job is to physically witness you signing the paperwork.If you have legal, financial, or medical forms that need notarizing soon, keep those signature lines completely blank until you are sitting face-to-face with your notary. It saves you from having to print out a fresh copy and start all over again!

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