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Our Sebastopol Offices! Hi friends, Whether your tax return is all buttoned up or you're still on extension, I just want to take a moment...

The IRS will stop accepting paper checks for certain payments beginning September 30, 2025. Learn how this affects you and why setting up an IRS online account and IP PIN can make next year’s tax season easier.

2026 retirement contribution limits for 401(k)s, IRAs, and HSAs are increasing. Melissa explains what’s changing, why it matters, and how to make the most of the new limits.

Many taxpayers wonder whether paying estimated taxes early is helpful. Melissa explains when early payments make sense, when they don’t, and how to decide what’s best for your situation.

As 2025 approaches, year-end tax planning becomes more important. Melissa shares how new deductions, energy credits, and capital gains opportunities may help reduce next year’s tax bill.

Learn how the new 2025 Salt Deduction Limit creates room for smarter planning. Melissa explains how higher SALT deductions can open opportunities for Roth conversions, capital gains decisions, and year-end strategies for Californians.

Year end is close. Give your small business a quick checkup so every deduction counts before December 31. Reconcile bank and card accounts, clean up uncategorized items, confirm S corp reasonable compensation, review estimated taxes, and consider needed purchases now. A short projection today can prevent April surprises. If you want support, we can review your numbers, run a projection, or plan tax saving moves for a strong start to 2026.

Discover how Trump's Tax Bill for Seniors impacts your Social Security. Learn about deductions and phase-outs. See if you qualify today!

Starting this coming tax season with your 2025 filing return, tipped workers can deduct of up to 25,000 of Qualified Tips

Big tax change on the horizon. The SALT deduction is getting some relief.

Residential solar and EV tax credits are ending under Trump’s tax bill. Here’s what Santa Rosa and Sebastopol homeowners should know and how to plan in 2025.

Summer flowers! Hi friends, It’s summertime, and while things at Apple Blossom Tax Service are still busy, it’s a different kind of busy....

Our Beautiful Sonoma Coast Hi friends, If you're a business owner - or even just someone with a healthy checking account - this one’s for...