An audit isn’t scary if you have the 5 W’s documented: Who, What, When, Where, and Why. 👉 Strategy: Take a photo of the receipt, type the 5 W's in the caption, and save it to a "Taxes 2026" folder on your phone immediately. Tip: Keeping your receipts organized and easily accessible will save you time and stress when it’s tax season. Are you a ‘shoebox full of receipts’ person or a ‘digital folder’ person?

If you or someone you know is 65 or older, the IRS has made the standard tax break even better for 2026!👉 Here’s what’s new: - The standard deduction for 2026 has increased — meaning lower taxable income for everyone. - On top of that, seniors (age 65+) can now get an extra standard deduction of ~$2,050 if single (and ~$1,650 per spouse if married). - Plus! There’s a separate bonus deduction that allows seniors to deduct an additional $6,000 (or $12,000 if both spouses qualify), regardless of whether they itemize. - These tax changes can make a big difference in how much you keep from your hard‑earned income as a real estate professional! Do you know an agent age 65+ who could benefit from this? Tag them and share what tax strategy you’d recommend first!

Attending a local charity gala or a high-end community social event? If you’re there to network and hand out cards, your tickets and marketing materials can often be written off as business promotion. 👉 The Goal: Build your brand while supporting a cause. What is the next big community event on your calendar?

Do you feel you’re taking full advantage of being self-employed as an agent? Why or why not?

If you could get a massive tax deduction this year, would you invest in a new car or new equipment first?