Hey there, I’m Michael Garcia, owner of ProTaxMasters. If you’re reading this, you’ve likely realized that April 15 isn't just another day on the calendar, it’s the day the IRS comes knocking. For most people, April 15

The clock is ticking, and we are officially in the home stretch. With only 96 hours left until the April 15 deadline, most people are feeling the pressure. But if you’re a professional who relies on tips

The clock is ticking. As of today, Saturday, April 11, 2026, there are exactly four days left until the federal tax filing deadline on April 15. For many small business owners, freelancers, and individuals, this is the

The American tax landscape has shifted dramatically, making tax planning for small business owners more urgent than ever. On July 4, 2025, the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" (OBBBA) was signed into law, effectively rewriting the playbook

Let’s be honest: nobody starts a business in San Marcos because they have a burning passion for tax forms. You started your business to build something, serve your community, and, let’s not beat around the bush, make

Good afternoon! Michael Garcia here from ProTaxMasters. If you feel like the tax code has been a moving target lately, you aren’t alone. We’ve just crossed into April 2026, and between the natural inflation adjustments and the

If you’re reading this on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, and you’re a self-employed professional in San Marcos, you might have a slight tightening in your chest. Why? Because the first major tax deadline of the year just

If you’ve handled business tax filing for a while, you probably know the old $600 1099 rule by heart. That rule has now changed, and the update matters for both small businesses and anyone tracking tax deductions