Simply Affordable Financial Services, LLC

09/02/2026

Small financial moves can pay off for years. Discover tax breaks for education, simple tax-planning strategies, ways to make banks compete for you, and how to avoid the technology upgrade tax.

College and trade schools are investments that can pay dividends for years. The same can be true of a few smart tax habits repeated year after year. In this month’s newsletter, we take a closer look at tax breaks for post-secondary education along with practical tax planning moves that can del...

08/28/2026

Charitable deductions are frequently challenged or denied during an IRS review. Protect your deduction by understanding the documentation and requirements before making a donation.

Too often a charitable tax deduction is disallowed upon review by the IRS. Don't let this happen to you. Here is what you need to know.

08/21/2026

When an interest rate matters. This is what you need to know.

The IRS often sees the transfer of funds as a loan, whether there is a loan agreement or not. This also means there is an implied term and interest payment. When the IRS says a transaction is a loan, what interest rate do they use? Enter AFRs. Here is what you need to know.

08/19/2026

Ransomware is getting scarier. Here is what you need to know now!

Sometimes it’s the rules that change. Other times, it’s the risks. In this month’s newsletter we’re looking at a little of both. First, the IRS made a midyear change to the standard business mileage rate. Included this month is what changed and a few vehicle-related recordkee...

08/14/2026

The amount of your tax bill is often dependent on your age and the age of your children. You need to plan accordingly. Here are the details.

As your children age, you can easily be surprised by a larger tax bill. To help ease the possible burden, here are some possible tax hits to prepare for as your children grow older.

08/12/2026

Protect your wealth before it's at risk. Learn how tax planning and privacy habits can help reduce taxes, avoid mistakes, and defend against scams targeting your assets.

If you're interested in minimizing your tax obligations and maximizing your savings, consider the helpful tips and ideas you'll find in this newsletter. Call if you would like to discuss how any of this information relates to you. If you know someone that can benefit from this newsletter, feel free....

08/07/2026

Time to plan for new contribution levels for your health savings account. Find the 2026 limits here.

Contribution limits for the ever-popular health savings account (HSA) are outlined for 2026. Now is a great time to review your situation and make adjustments as appropriate.

08/05/2026

Tax savings come in all shapes and sizes. Here are some life events that require your attention if you do not wish to have a tax surprise latter on during the year.

Sometimes the biggest financial opportunities come from paying attention to the details. In this issue, we highlight the details of several tax rules that can impact many of your life's important milestones. You'll also find an overview of the increased business mileage rates for the second half of....

08/04/2026

Every year, business owners and taxpayers wait until the last minute to find an accountant or finish their taxes after filing an extension. By then...

❌ Appointment availability is limited.
❌ Rushed returns increase the chance of mistakes.
❌ Missing documents create unnecessary stress.
❌ The October rush is in full swing.

If you filed a tax extension, remember this:

📅 Your 2025 federal income tax return is due October 15, 2026.

An extension gives you more time to file—not more time to procrastinate.

Whether you're:
📊 A small business owner needing bookkeeping cleaned up,
🧾 An individual who filed an extension,
🏘️ A real estate professional,
or 📈 A growing business looking for year-round accounting support...

Now is the time to get on an accountant's calendar—not October 14th.

At Simply Affordable Financial Services, LLC, we help our clients stay organized, compliant, and prepared long before deadlines arrive.

📩 Send us a message today to schedule your consultation and let's get ahead of the deadline—together.

07/31/2026

Before school gets going this fall, check out these school expenses that might help you decrease your tax bill.

Time to buy school supplies? Pay for field trips? Is any of this tax deductible? Here are some ideas to find a tax break in the back-to-school rush.