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10/09/2026

Another Stress-Free Friday, another inspiring story from our Duncanville community!

Today's Duncanville Lions Club luncheon featured Michele Gomez-Leffall, owner, program director, and lead instructor at Absolute Allied Health Academy in Duncanville.

Her academy is helping people build brighter futures through hands-on healthcare career training, including Medical Assistant, Nurse Assistant, Patient Care Technician, and Phlebotomy programs.

One of the most impressive takeaways was learning about the tuition assistance and scholarship opportunities that make training free for many qualifying students. Michele also shared information about their community clinic, offering free and low-cost services six days a week.

But the highlight of today's presentation was hearing directly from her students. Several joined Michele to share how the programs have benefited them and, even more importantly, how much her dedication, encouragement, and genuine heart for teaching have meant to their journeys.

It's one thing to hear an educator talk about making a difference. It's another to hear that difference firsthand from the students whose lives she's touching.

Thank you, Michele, and your students for sharing your stories with the Duncanville Lions Club!

Learn more about Absolute Allied Health Academy: https://www.absolutealliedhealth.com/

10/08/2026

Trump Accounts Update: What Parents Need to Know

We're continuing our educational coverage of Trump Accounts with an important new development: automatic enrollment for eligible children.

But does automatic enrollment mean your child automatically receives the $1,000 government contribution? Not necessarily.

Our latest article explains what's changed, who qualifies, and what parents should know about claiming an account.

Read the latest update from Cheshier Tax Resolution:

Trump Accounts automatic enrollment is now available. Learn how parents claim accounts, who qualifies for $1,000, and what the IRS says.

10/06/2026

If you make Estimated Tax Payments, Q4 is a good time to make sure your final payment still matches your actual income and tax situation.

For most calendar-year taxpayers, the final 2026 estimated tax payment is due January 15, 2027.

This week’s Tax Tip Tuesday explains what to review now and how to reduce the risk of an unexpected tax bill.

Read the full article to learn more.
https://cheshiertaxresolution.com/tax_tip/estimated-tax-payments-q4/

10/05/2026

Estimated taxes aren’t just for the self-employed.

Income from investments, rentals, royalties, prizes and other sources may mean you need to make estimated tax payments during the year.

Our latest article explains who may need to pay, how estimated taxes work and why planning ahead can help avoid penalties.

Read the full article to learn more:

Estimated tax payments aren't just for the self-employed. Learn who may need to pay, what income can trigger payments and how to avoid penalties.

10/02/2026

Stress Free Friday was about service, community and an incredible Texas program this week.

We enjoyed attending the Duncanville Lions Club Stress Free Friday Luncheon and hearing from Julie Woods about Texas Lions Camp in Kerrville. Julie shared an update on the camp, including improvements to its facilities following the challenges faced in the Texas Hill Country in 2025.

Texas Lions Camp provides unique camp experiences for Texas children with physical disabilities, Down syndrome, Type 1 diabetes, and cancer or those in remission—giving campers opportunities to try new activities, build friendships, develop independence and grow their self-confidence. Even more impressive, eligible children attend at no cost to their families.

We’re proud to participate in the Lions Club and appreciate opportunities like these to learn more about the programs that Lions support throughout Texas.

Thank you, Julie, for sharing the Texas Lions Camp story with us!

10/01/2026

Business travel costs just changed. ✈️

New IRS business travel per diem rates took effect October 1, 2026, including increases under the high-low method used for certain lodging, meal and incidental expenses.

If your business reimburses employees for travel, now is a good time to review your rates, reimbursement procedures and recordkeeping.

Our latest article breaks down what changed, what stayed the same and what employers should know.

Read the full article on our website:

Business travel per diem rates increased October 1, 2026. Learn the new high-low rates and what employers and business owners should know.

09/30/2026

October 15 is officially 15 days away.

If you filed an extension for your 2025 individual tax return, the clock is ticking.

Now is the time to gather missing documents, answer outstanding questions and get everything to your tax preparer. Waiting until the final few days can make an already stressful deadline even harder.

Don’t make October 14 your tax-prep day.

C&A Associates is here to help you get across the finish line.

09/29/2026

Tax Tip Tuesday: Don’t Forget the IRA Contribution Deadline

December 31 isn’t necessarily your last chance to make an IRA contribution for the tax year.

Eligible taxpayers can generally contribute to a traditional or Roth IRA for the previous year up until the federal tax filing deadline.

This week’s Tax Tip Tuesday covers the IRA Contribution Deadline, annual contribution limits, prior-year contributions, and why a tax filing extension generally doesn’t give you additional time to fund your IRA.

Read the full article to learn more: https://cheshiertaxresolution.com/tax_tip/ira-contribution-deadline/

IRA Contribution Deadline rules may let you fund an IRA after December 31. Learn contribution limits, tax rules and the deadline for prior-year contributions.

09/28/2026

Texas business owners:

October 1 is a good time to check your local sales tax settings.

The Texas Comptroller has announced changes in specific cities and special purpose districts. If you sell to customers in an affected area, review the rate used by your point-of-sale system, online store, and invoices before Thursday.

Local sales tax can depend on the transaction location, so a rate that was correct in September may need updating for October sales. Unsure whether a change affects your business? C&A Associates can help you review your sales tax setup.

09/24/2026

You have the right to representation when dealing with the IRS.

The Right to Retain Representation is one of the 10 fundamental protections in the Taxpayer Bill of Rights—but many taxpayers don't know what that right actually means.

Our latest article explains who can represent you, what happens during an IRS interview, and when you can ask to speak with a representative.

Read the full article to know your rights:

The right to retain representation lets taxpayers choose an authorized representative when dealing with the IRS. Learn what this important right means.