Jennifer Stinson, EA

08/29/2026

A NEW TAX RULE FOR CASUALTY & DISASTER LOSSES

Starting with the 2026 tax year, the new tax law expands the personal casualty loss deduction.

Previously, personal casualty losses generally had to be connected to a federally declared disaster to qualify. Beginning in 2026, certain losses connected to a state-declared disaster may qualify too. 🏡🔥🌊

That could include losses from events such as wildfires, floods, earthquakes, storms and other qualifying disasters.

But there’s an important catch:
A qualifying loss doesn’t necessarily mean the entire amount is deductible. Insurance and other reimbursements have to be taken into account, and state-declared disaster losses are generally subject to the $100-per-event and 10%-of-adjusted-gross-income limitations.

📅 And timing matters.
This expansion begins with the 2026 tax year. It doesn’t simply change the rules for casualty losses claimed on a 2025 or earlier return.

Every disaster and every taxpayer’s situation can be a little different, so don’t assume a loss does—or doesn’t—qualify based on what you’ve heard online.

If you’ve experienced a casualty or disaster loss and aren’t sure what it means for your taxes, reach out. I’m always happy to talk it through with you. 💗

08/19/2026

Taxes don’t have to feel overwhelming—and neither does keeping up with your books. 💗

Whether you’re an individual looking for trusted tax preparation or a small business owner who needs help staying on top of bookkeeping and payroll, I’m here to make the numbers a little easier.

✨ Tax Preparation
✨ Bookkeeping
✨ Payroll Services
✨ Financial Reports & Consulting

My goal is simple: help you stay organized, understand your numbers, and move forward with confidence.

📍 207 S. Locust Ave, Ste C, Ripon, CA
📞 (209) 253-0115

Ready to get started? Send me a message or give me a call—I’d love to work with you!

Jennifer L. Stinson, EA
Tax & Accounting

07/21/2026

06/23/2026

📬 Can't get through to the IRS? You're not imagining it.

Lately, I've been hearing the same frustrations from clients over and over:

☎️ Hours on hold with the IRS
📄 Notices that are difficult to understand
💻 Online accounts that aren't showing updated balances
⏳ Delays in processing payments, refunds, and correspondence

We're halfway through the year, and I'll be honest with you about something I'm watching closely heading into next tax season:

The IRS is operating with fewer people than it used to. That means longer wait times, slower processing, and issues that can take months—not days—to resolve.

It can be incredibly frustrating to receive a letter you didn't expect and then spend hours trying to get answers from a phone line that never seems to pick up.

That's exactly why I'm here. 💗

When something comes from the IRS, you don't have to figure it out alone. Bring it to me, and we'll work through it together. Whether it's a notice, a balance due question, or simply understanding what's happening, you'll have someone in your corner.

Here's to being the calm in the storm—no matter what the IRS throws our way. 🤷🏼‍♀️💕

06/16/2026

🔒 Protect yourself.

Tax season isn't the only time scammers are working. Identity thieves and fraudsters are becoming more sophisticated every year, which is why the IRS is increasing its efforts to combat tax-related scams.

A quick reminder:
🚫 The IRS will not call, text, or email you unexpectedly demanding payment or personal information.
🚫 Don't click suspicious links.
🚫 Don't share sensitive information unless you're certain who you're communicating with.

If something doesn't feel right, trust that instinct.

As your tax professional, protecting your information is just as important to me as preparing your return. If you ever receive a notice, email, text, or phone call that seems questionable, send it my way before responding. I'd rather answer a quick question than see you become the victim of a scam.

We're in this together. 💗

06/09/2026

🤖 "Can't AI just do my taxes now?"

AI is great at filling boxes. It doesn't know you bought a building, changed your entity, or had a kid this year — and it won't catch the planning move that saves you thousands.

Software files. A real advisor strategizes. That's the difference. 🧠

05/26/2026

Let us handle the numbers so you can focus on filling your glass — all the way to the top, while keeping as much of what's in it as possible. 🥂💰

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05/24/2026

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05/19/2026

If my job could be summarized on a magazine cover… AI Edition 😂

05/19/2026

📌 TAX TIP OF THE WEEK

Business owners — hiring your spouse or kids can be one of the smartest moves you make this year. 💡

✔️ Wages = fully deductible business expense
✔️ Kids under 18 in a parent’s sole prop are exempt from payroll taxes
✔️ Shift income to lower tax brackets & keep more in the family
✔️ Bonus: your child’s earned income can fund a Roth IRA 🙌

The catch? Wages must be reasonable, the work must be real, and documentation is everything.