Irving Michael Gustilo, CPA

Irving Michael Gustilo, CPA Irving Michael Gustilo, CPA is a full service firm licensed in California and located in beautiful Monrovia, CA. Irving first became a CPA in New York in 1994.

We offer a full range of Tax, Accounting, Payroll and Management Consulting Services to small and mid-sized companies and individuals. Irving has over 20 years of strong background in tax, accounting and business planning. He is a graduate of Drexel University with a major in Business Administration and a concentration in Accounting. Irving started his career in public accounting in New York City

as an Audit Intern at Eisner LLP in 1988. When Irving moved to Pasadena, California in 1996, Irving transferred his CPA license to California and worked in private accounting. He held positions in publicly-traded and privately-held companies such as the Controller of Forever 21®, Controller and Director of Financial Planning and Analysis of Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf®, Accounting Manager of Health Valley Foods® and Sr. Financial Analyst at Nestlé®. Also, in the past, Irving served as a Board Member and Treasurer of Resources for Infant Educarers. RIE is a non-profit world-wide membership organization, dedicated to improving the quality of infant care and education through teaching, supporting, and mentoring parents and caregivers.

"Seniors 65+ can claim a temporary federal deduction of up to $6,000 — $12,000 for couples — but only by filing new IRS ...
03/05/2026

"Seniors 65+ can claim a temporary federal deduction of up to $6,000 — $12,000 for couples — but only by filing new IRS Schedule 1‑A."

A new tax deduction for many adults 65 and older has plenty of rules and requires new paperwork. Here's what you need to know.

"If you were counting on a quick tax refund to pay for an upcoming renovation or family vacation, you may be disappointe...
02/19/2026

"If you were counting on a quick tax refund to pay for an upcoming renovation or family vacation, you may be disappointed. A Jan. 26 report from the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration, an independent watchdog, warns that the processing of some tax returns could be delayed due to IRS staffing shortages and backlogs."

IRS backlogs and fewer workers mean some refunds could take weeks longer this tax season.

"New laws enacted in 2025 may have a big impact on how much Social Security beneficiaries pay in taxes this season."
02/12/2026

"New laws enacted in 2025 may have a big impact on how much Social Security beneficiaries pay in taxes this season."

The Social Security Fairness Act provided more than 2.8 million beneficiaries with higher payments. Here's what to know about reporting that income to the IRS.

"Core tax systems remain operational during a shutdown, meaning Americans can still file their tax returns and receive r...
02/03/2026

"Core tax systems remain operational during a shutdown, meaning Americans can still file their tax returns and receive refunds, according to the Internal Revenue Service."

Core tax systems remain operational during a shutdown, meaning Americans can still file their tax returns and receive refunds, according to the Internal Revenue Service.

"The U.S. Department of the Treasury, in collaboration with the IRS and other federal agencies, is transitioning federal...
01/27/2026

"The U.S. Department of the Treasury, in collaboration with the IRS and other federal agencies, is transitioning federal payments to and from the government to electronic methods pursuant to Executive Order 14247, signed March 25, 2025."

IR-2026-13, Jan. 27, 2026 — The Internal Revenue Service today issued frequently asked questions to help taxpayers, businesses, and other stakeholders understand the changes under Executive Order 14247: Modernizing Payment To and From America’s Bank Account.

"The Internal Revenue Service today opened the 2026 tax filing season and began accepting and processing federal individ...
01/26/2026

"The Internal Revenue Service today opened the 2026 tax filing season and began accepting and processing federal individual income tax returns for tax year 2025."

IR-2026-12, Jan. 26, 2026 — The Internal Revenue Service today opened the 2026 tax filing season and began accepting and processing federal individual income tax returns for tax year 2025.

"The California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) is alerting taxpayers and tax professionals to recent updates to the United St...
01/21/2026

"The California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) is alerting taxpayers and tax professionals to recent updates to the United States Postal Service (USPS) transportation procedures that may affect postmark dates on mailed tax returns, payments, and other time-sensitive correspondence."

FTB is alerting taxpayers and tax professionals to recent updates to the USPS transportation procedures that may affect postmark dates on mailed tax returns, payments, and other time-sensitive correspondence.

"When will you probably get your income tax refund? We can give you a good estimate based on a few factors, and no calcu...
01/12/2026

"When will you probably get your income tax refund? We can give you a good estimate based on a few factors, and no calculators."

It's important as ever to setup direct deposit of your refund from the IRS, as they are phasing out the issuance of paper checks.

When will you probably get your income tax refund? We can give you a good estimate based on a few factors, and no calculators.

"The Internal Revenue Service announced Monday, January 26, 2026, as the opening of the nation’s 2026 filing season."
01/08/2026

"The Internal Revenue Service announced Monday, January 26, 2026, as the opening of the nation’s 2026 filing season."

IR-2026-02, Jan. 8, 2026 — The Internal Revenue Service announced Monday, January 26, 2026, as the opening of the nation’s 2026 filing season. This year, several new tax law provisions of the One, Big, Beautiful Bill become effective, which could impact federal taxes, credits and deductions.

"A quietly released USPS postmark change update is changing how postmark dates are defined and applied, creating real pr...
01/07/2026

"A quietly released USPS postmark change update is changing how postmark dates are defined and applied, creating real problems for taxpayers."

A quietly released USPS postmark change update is changing how postmark dates are defined and applied, creating real problems for taxpayers.

"The IRS and U.S. Treasury just rolled out official guidance on a brand-new tax deduction that could save car buyers up ...
01/05/2026

"The IRS and U.S. Treasury just rolled out official guidance on a brand-new tax deduction that could save car buyers up to $10,000 in 2026."

The IRS and U.S. Treasury just rolled out official guidance on a brand-new tax deduction that could save car buyers up to $10,000 in 2026.

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140 E Walnut Avenue, Ste A
Monrovia, CA
91016

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm

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