Simply Affordable Financial Services, LLC

10/01/2026

Hello, October 🍂📊

If you filed an extension, your October 15 deadline is officially approaching.

But here’s the thing: tax preparation should be more than just filing forms and hoping for the best.

My goal is to help clients understand what their numbers are telling them, identify planning opportunities, avoid unnecessary surprises, and make smarter financial decisions throughout the year.

So whether you still need to file your extended return, have questions about your tax situation, or want to start planning ahead for next tax season, now is a great time to get started.

📅 Extension filing deadline: October 15, 2026
💡 Tax Preparation | Tax Advisory | Year-Round Planning

Follow this page for practical tax tips, planning strategies, and financial guidance designed to help you make informed decisions—not just survive tax season.

Let’s finish the year strong.

09/30/2026

09/04/2026

Reminder: 3Q estimated taxes are due Tuesday, September 15th. Here are some things to consider.

If you have not already done so, please plan to make your third quarter estimated tax payment. The due date is Tuesday, September 15th.

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.