Rebecca M. Shull, CPA

08/31/2026

Using an online account is an easy, secure way to access personal, business or client tax information, view or schedule payments and more.

Check it out: www.irs.gov/accounts

08/31/2026

There’s a new tax benefit for charitable giving in 2026. Under the Working Families Tax Cuts, taxpayers who don’t itemize may be able to deduct up to $1,000 in cash contributions to certain qualified organizations, or up to $2,000 for married couples filing jointly. See the new charitable contribution deduction rules and find out what qualifies: https://ow.ly/yGkH50ZyczK

08/31/2026

Protecting your Social Security number is important.

Check out this resource for practical tips to help you safeguard your personal information and recognize potential identity theft: https://ow.ly/OV5L50Zz4UX

08/31/2026

The warns of an evolving digital assets scam where fraudsters are sending fake IRS letters that direct you to enroll your cryptocurrency in a “Digital Asset Compliance Portal” by a certain deadline. No such portal exists.

If you receive this notice, do not scan the QR code or provide any personal or financial information. Scammers are trying to steal your information and digital assets.

Stay alert and report these scams at www.irs.gov/scams

08/11/2026

Driving your vehicle for your ? Your mileage could be deductible. Check the current standard mileage rates before you file. The has the latest rates and guidance: https://ow.ly/tWqj50Zs1pj

07/19/2026

IRS Updates Standard Mileage Rates Effective July 1

The IRS has announced revised standard mileage rates for the second half of 2026 in response to recent increases in fuel prices. Under Announcement 2026-11, the business mileage rate increases to 76 cents per mile from 72.5 cents. The rate for medical and moving expenses increases to 23.5 cents per mile, while the rate for charitable miles remains unchanged at 14 cents per mile. The updated rates apply to deductible transportation expenses paid or incurred on or after July 1, 2026. The revised rates also apply to mileage allowances paid to employees on or after July 1, 2026, for transportation expenses incurred on or after that date.

Note for expenses incurred before July 1, 2026, the original 2026 mileage rates established in IRS Notice 2026-10 remain in effect.

07/15/2026

New Ohio Withholding Rates Effective August 1, 2026

The Ohio Department of Taxation has issued new Ohio withholding tables for payrolls that end on or after August 1, 2026.
This change was necessary due to income tax rate reductions authorized under House Bill 96 (136th General Assembly).
Percentage and optional computer methods for calculating withholding as well as daily, weekly, biweekly, semi-monthly, and monthly tables are available.
You can find the new Ohio withholding tables under the “Tax Rates” drop down on the Employer Withholding Tax webpage.

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07/15/2026

Mark your calendars— we're a month out from Ohio’s tax‑free weekend Aug 7–9!

Stock up on school‑year essentials and keep more in your pocket. 🍎✏️

Learn more about eligible items: https://tax.ohio.gov/salestaxholiday

06/22/2026

Reminder! Ohio’s Sales Tax Holiday returns August 7–9, 2026—just in time for back-to-school shopping!

Shop eligible items tax-free and save on essentials for the school year.

✔️ Clothing priced at $75 or less per item
✔️ School supplies priced at $20 or less per item
✔️ School instructional materials priced at $20 or less per item.

Plan your savings!: https://tax.ohio.gov/salestaxholiday

06/12/2026

⚠️ Fraud Awareness Tip: Received a refund check?

Official Ohio tax refund checks are issued by the Office of Budget and Management (OBM), include the OBM Director's name and signature, display "Taxation" in the upper-left corner, and feature security elements such as the Great Seal and blue watermarked paper. The Department does not distribute handwritten checks.

When in doubt, verify before cashing: https://bit.ly/4etQzFv