Stella Gaucin Tax and Accounting Services

01/21/2026

Tax deductions you will benefit from this tax season:

$6000 senior bonus - temporary federal benefit for taxpayers 65+ (2025-2028 tax years), $6,000 extra deduction per person (or $12,000 for married couples) in addition to existing deductions

$10,000 Car interest $10,000- lets eligible buyers deduct up to $10,000 yearly on interest paid for new, U.S.-assembled personal vehicles, but it has strict rules, including income caps (phasing out over $100k single/$200k joint

Waitresses, bartenders, hotel staff, gig workers (like food delivery), and other service workers in hospitality, personal care, and transportation who earn tips benefit from the "No Tax on Tips" deduction

Overtime deduction - lets eligible workers deduct the extra half of their time-and-a-half overtime pay (up to $12,500/single, $25,000/joint) from 2025 - 2028

State and local tax $10,000-$40,000 - changed from $10,000 max credit for property taxes.

The "$7500 EV credit" - refers to the federal tax credit for purchasing a new electric vehicle (EV), while "energy-efficient home upgrades" are separate but related incentives under the Inflation Reduction Act, offering credits for things like heat pumps, windows, insulation, and EV chargers

Energy efficient windows new front door, $7500 EV credit energy efficient home upgrades child tax credit 2200 new savings accounts for kids.

Call or text me to discuss any of the items I’ve listed in further detail.

01/14/2026

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330 Tres Pinos Rd. Ste. B1, Hollister, CA 95023
8339 Church St Ste 109. Gilroy, CA 95020

408-857-5877

01/07/2026

If you’re facing tax challenges, message me privately and I’ll walk you through your options. Not sure where to start? I offer a quick, no obligation review to help you understand your situation.

Tax problems don’t disappear on their own—and they can overwhelm individuals and business owners fast.

I specialize in resolving tax liabilities for individuals, small businesses, and corporations. Whether you’re dealing with back taxes, audits, penalties, or compliance issues, I help you navigate the IRS and state agencies with confidence.

Over the years, I’ve helped clients reduce tax debt, negotiate settlements, prevent penalties, and resolve multi‑year issues that felt impossible to tackle.

My approach is simple: understand your situation, create a strategy, and fight for the best possible outcome.

If you’re facing tax challenges or just want clarity on your options, send me a message. We're here to help you get back on track:
408-857-5877

01/09/2025

January 29, 2024
The IRS will begin accepting paper and electronic tax returns on January 29, 2024

12/06/2024

Does Zelle® report any payments I receive over $600 to the IRS?

Zelle® does not report any transactions made on the Zelle Network® to the IRS, even if the total is more than $600. The law requiring certain payment networks to provide forms 1099K for information reporting does not apply to the Zelle Network®. If payments you receive on the Zelle Network® are taxable, it is your responsibility to report them to the IRS. If you have any questions about your tax obligations, please consult with a tax professional.

11/02/2023

Attention first year owners of LLC (created in 2023):

For tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2021, and before January 1, 2024, LLCs that organize, register, or file with the Secretary of State to do business in California are NOT subject to the annual tax of $800 for their first tax year.

https://www.ftb.ca.gov/file/business/types/limited-liability-company/index.html #:~:text=For%20tax%20years%20beginning%20on,for%20their%20first%20tax%20year.

Limited liability company (LLC) forms an LLC to run a business or to hold assets to protect its members against personal liabilities.

10/26/2023

According to the Social Security Administration (SSA):

“Some of you have to pay federal income taxes on your Social Security benefits. This usually happens only if you have other substantial income in addition to your benefits such as wages, self-employment, interest, dividends and other taxable income that must be reported on your tax return).”

Whether you owe taxes on these benefits depends on your “combined income.” The SSA defines this as the sum of:

Your adjusted gross income
Your nontaxable interest
One-half of your Social Security benefits

If you file a joint return and your combined income is between $32,000 and $44,000, you may owe taxes on up to 50% of your benefits. Earn more than that, and up to 85% could be taxable.

10/06/2023

Professional Income Tax Services. Seasonal hours start January 02, 2024 however, we are open by appointment only. Call or text: 408-857-5877

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