Steadman Tax Services LLC

10/23/2026

October 15th marks the end of the 2025 tax filing season. Now the formal audit period for 2025 tax returns is underway. Here are some tips to be prepared.

10/23/2026

If you make a mistake on your tax return, it may be noticed by the IRS. Here are some of the most common causes.

October 15th marks the end of the 2025 tax filing season. Now the formal audit period for 2025 tax returns is underway. Here are some tips to be prepared.

10/19/2026

Educators Have New Options to Deduct 2026 Classroom Expenses – Did You Know?

If you work as a K–12 teacher, instructor, counselor, principal or aide for at least 900 hours during the school year at a qualifying school, you may be able to deduct qualifying unreimbursed classroom expenses on your tax return.

For 2026, eligible educators may deduct up to $350 of qualifying expenses as an above-the-line deduction without itemizing, or up to $700 for a married couple filing jointly if both qualify, with a limit of $350 each.

Additionally, a new itemized deduction is available beginning in 2026 for educator expenses, with no separate dollar cap. You must itemize deductions to claim this additional deduction. It is also available to interscholastic sports administrators and coaches who meet the K–12 school and 900-hour requirements, and may cover additional expenses.

Eligible educators may claim both deductions, as long as the expenses used to figure each deduction do not overlap. A tax professional can help you determine whether you qualify and which deduction strategy yields the greatest possible tax savings.

10/16/2026

As sports betting grows in popularity, the IRS is paying attention. Do you know how your winnings and losses are taxed?

10/16/2026

Sports betting comes with IRS strings. Know them and plan accordingly.

As sports betting grows in popularity, the IRS is paying attention. Do you know how your winnings and losses are taxed?

10/12/2026

October 15 Filing Extension Deadlines

Taxpayers who timely requested an extension to file their 2025 federal income tax returns generally must file by Thursday, October 15, 2026. The same deadline generally applies to calendar-year C corporations that received an extension to file their 2025 corporate returns (Form 1120).

In addition, U.S. persons with a financial interest in or signature authority over foreign financial accounts whose combined value exceeded $10,000 at any time during 2025, and who are required to file a Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR), generally must file by October 15, 2026. The FBAR extension is automatic; no extension request is necessary.

10/09/2026

If you have not looked into Trump accounts, do not put it off. Here are some tips.

10/09/2026

If you have review Trump Accounts...good. If not read these important tips.

If you have not looked into Trump accounts, do not put it off. Here are some tips.

10/07/2026

Fall is now upon us meaning there are only three months left to consider making smart moves to manage your tax obligation. With this in mind, why not review the tips included here to see if there is an area or two worthy of your attention. Plus consider a deeper dive into the long held idea of creat...

10/07/2026

Now is the time to visit your tax obligation. Here are some areas worth your attention.

Fall is now upon us meaning there are only three months left to consider making smart moves to manage your tax obligation. With this in mind, why not review the tips included here to see if there is an area or two worthy of your attention. Plus consider a deeper dive into the long held idea of creat...