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Updates, tips, and behind-the-scenes from the team.
August 25, 2026
Divorce or Loss of a Spouse Can Change Your Tax Filing
Divorce, legal separation or the death of a spouse can affect your filing status, withholding, dependents and eligible credits — here's what to review after a major family change.
Read moreAugust 21, 2026
A New Child Can Bring Important Tax Changes
Welcoming a child through birth or adoption can open the door to credits like the Child Tax Credit, Adoption Credit and Child and Dependent Care Credit — here's what to keep in mind before filing.
Read moreAugust 18, 2026
Getting Married? Don't Forget About Your Taxes
Marriage can affect your filing status, withholding and tax benefits — a few quick updates after the wedding can help you avoid surprises at tax time.
Read moreAugust 14, 2026
A History of Compliance Could Mean Automatic IRS Penalty Relief
Taxpayers with a strong track record of on-time filing and payment may soon qualify for penalty relief automatically, with no request required under the IRS's new AEP program.
Read moreAugust 11, 2026
What Taxpayers Should Know About the IRS's New AEP Program
The IRS's new Automatic Exemption from Penalty program can simplify penalty relief, but it doesn't erase your obligation to pay tax and interest — and it's replacing First Time Abate.
Read moreAugust 8, 2026
IRS Makes Penalty Relief Automatic for Eligible Taxpayers
Beginning in summer 2026, the IRS will automatically apply certain penalty relief to eligible taxpayers instead of requiring them to request it.
Read moreAugust 4, 2026
Welcome to the M&M Books Blog
A quick note on what we'll be sharing here and why we started writing.
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