Magda Abdo-Gomez, Attorney at Law

April 01

Posted By: Magda Abdo-Gomez
Posted In: IRS Scam Alerts
Date: April 1, 2026
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IRS’s Dirty Dozen for 2026

Each year the IRS issues a list of scams it refers to as the Dirty Dozen. The purpose of publishing the list is to warn taxpayers about scams. The IRS continues to see some of the same scams year after year, but it is never a bad idea to be reminded of the threats presented […]...

March 02

Posted By: Magda Abdo-Gomez
Posted In: Tax Returns
Date: March 2, 2026
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Get Ready for Tax Filing Season

While it seems hard to believe, we are but six weeks away from the income tax filing deadline for individuals. Below are some simple steps you can take now to make sure you are ready for filing season. Electronic Banking The President signed an executive order in March 2025 (“Modernizing Payments ...

February 02

Posted By: Magda Abdo-Gomez
Posted In: Tax Laws - Changes , Tax Planning
Date: February 2, 2026
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Changes to law for Health Savings Accounts

A health savings account (HSA) allows a taxpayer to pay for medical expenses with tax free dollars. In order to qualify for an HSA a taxpayer must be enrolled in a high-deductible health care plan. You can read more about health savings accounts at: https://magdaabdogomezlaw.com/a-health-savings-acc...

January 05

Posted By: Magda Abdo-Gomez
Posted In: Retirement , Tax Laws - Changes
Date: January 5, 2026
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New IRA Accounts for Children

The 2025 tax act established a new deferred tax savings account specifically for children (26 USC 530A) and referred to as a “Trump account”. Under the law the account is to be treated as an individual retirement account. As with all new laws, many questions remain and regulations have yet to be...

December 01

Posted By: Magda Abdo-Gomez
Posted In: Year End Tax Planning
Date: December 1, 2025
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Year End Tax Planning

Holiday season is in high gear. The last thing you want to think about as you gather with friends and family is taxes. However, tax season is just a month away. Now is the time to review what options may be available to you to reduce your tax liability. Although some options are available through [&...

November 03

Posted By: Magda Abdo-Gomez
Posted In: Tax Laws - Changes
Date: November 3, 2025
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New Tax Law Provisions

With 2025 winding down, it is time to start preparing for tax filing season The new tax bill signed in July 2025 contains some provisions which apply to the 2025 tax return. You should be aware of these changes so that you can take advantage of them if they apply to you. No Tax on […]...

October 01

Posted By: Magda Abdo-Gomez
Posted In: Tax Credits , Tax Deductions , Tax Laws - Changes
Date: October 1, 2025
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Expiring Tax Credits and Deductions

They say all good things must come to an end. While we do not think of taxes as a good thing, tax credits certainly are as they reduce tax liability dollar for dollar. Several tax credits and deductions will be expiring soon. The following information will help you determine if any of these credits ...

September 02

Posted By: Magda Abdo-Gomez
Posted In: Security
Date: September 2, 2025
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Safeguard your Return from Tax-Related Identity Theft

Nothing can guarantee that your personal information will remain private. The goal is to add layers of protection so as to make it harder for identity thieves. One way to add a layer of security to help protect you from tax-related identity theft is to obtain an identity protection personal identifi...

August 02

Posted By: Magda Abdo-Gomez
Posted In: IRS Notices
Date: August 2, 2025
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What to do if you Receive a Notice from the IRS

Nothing sparks more fear in taxpayers than receiving mail from the IRS. Their first instinct is to ignore the letter hoping the matter will magically go away. This is actually the worst thing you can do as the IRS will not go away simply because you ignore their letter. Instead, follow these ...

July 02

Posted By: Magda Abdo-Gomez
Posted In: Tax Returns
Date: July 2, 2025
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Summer Activities Which May Affect Next Year’s Tax Return

By this time, summer vacation planning is in full swing. The last thing you are thinking about is next year’s tax filing season. However, there are some common summer activities which may impact your tax return come next April. The following tips may help make next filing season go smoothly. If yo...