Help us bring comfort to children in our community! Drop off a new pair of children’s pajamas at the Royce CPA office from October 1st through October 31st, 2026, and help support this year’s Angel Heart Pajama Project pajama drive. Royce CPA is excited to once again partner with Angel Heart Pajama Project, a Tucson-based…
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Know a Successful Retiree Who Needs a CPA?
We’re currently welcoming new Successful Retiree clients to Royce CPA—and we’d love your help spreading the word. Our Successful Retiree clients are typically fully retired and financially comfortable, with income from Social Security, pensions, IRAs and investment accounts. Some also have rental properties, trusts or other investments that make their tax returns a little more…
Double the Joy at Royce CPA!
We have some exciting news to share from the Royce CPA team — both Glydee Bangit and Krischelle Catap are preparing to welcome new additions to their families! We’re so excited for Glydee and Krischelle as they get ready for this special chapter and wish them both plenty of joy and precious time with their…
The September 15 Tax Deadline Is Almost Here
If you filed an extension for your business tax return, now is the time to make sure everything is ready for the September 15 filing deadline. The September 15 deadline applies to calendar-year: Form 1065 Partnership Returns Form 1120-S S Corporation Returns Missing the September 15 extension deadline can be costly, even for businesses that…
Team Member Spotlight: Krista Oaks
Growth doesn’t always happen overnight. Sometimes it starts with saying yes to new opportunities, asking questions, and being willing to learn. That’s exactly what Krista Oaks has done since joining The Royce CPA Firm as Executive Assistant in September 2024. From day one, Krista was eager to learn every aspect of the firm. What began…
Don’t Wait Until December: Why Year-End Tax Planning Starts Now
September and October are the perfect time to review where you stand and start planning for year-end. At Royce CPA, we can help you get ahead with year-end cleanups, fourth-quarter payroll reconciliation, and tax planning. December may feel like the natural time to start thinking about year-end taxes, but waiting until the final weeks of…
The Royce CPA Firm Has Been Nominated for Tucson’s Readers’ Choice Awards!
Voting opens July 26! We’d be honored to have your support. Simply text 1527 to 520-214-8683 once each day through August 9 to vote for The Royce CPA Firm. We are excited to share that The Royce CPA Firm has been named a finalist in the 2026 Tucson Readers’ Choice Awards! This recognition is especially…
More Than Just a Game: Lessons from the Pickleball Court
If you’ve worked with Crystal, you know she loves helping clients find tax-saving opportunities. What you may not know is that one of her favorite ways to unwind outside the office is on the pickleball court. Whether she’s playing in local matches or traveling for tournaments, pickleball has become one of Crystal’s favorite hobbies. Recently,…
Beat the Extension Rush
Forms 1120-S and 1065 are due September 15. Individual Form 1040 and Form 1120 returns are due October 15. Upload your tax documents now to beat the extension rush. If your tax return is currently on extension, now is the perfect time to send us your remaining tax documents. As we prepare for our September…
Security Alert: New Online Scams Targeting Taxpayers
Cybercriminals are using increasingly sophisticated tactics to steal personal and financial information, and two recent scams are especially concerning: fake CAPTCHA verification screens and fraudulent IRS notices. You may encounter a fake “I’m not a robot” box while browsing online that appears legitimate but is designed to trick you into installing malware. Some scams prompt…
Team Member Spotlight: Marylei’s Trip to Vietnam
This month, we’re highlighting Marylei and her recent trip to Vietnam, where she had the opportunity to experience the local culture, food, and everyday life. One of the highlights of her trip was a Vietnamese coffee-making workshop, where she learned how to make traditional Vietnamese coffee using the well-known Phin filter. She also learned how…
Postmarks No Longer Prove Date of Mailing
The United States Postal Service has announced that, as of Dec. 24, postmarks can no longer be considered proof of mailing on a certain date, thanks to changes in the way mail is collected and processed. Because the postal service has been closing local processing centers, mail may not be postmarked until it arrives at…
The Royce CPA Team Takes on Intuit Connect 2025!
Last month, several members of The Royce CPA Firm team traveled to Las Vegas for Intuit Connect 2025 — an inspiring conference for accounting professionals from across the country. The event was packed with new ideas, valuable insights, and some unforgettable experiences. One of the highlights was hearing from John Foley, former lead solo pilot…
New TIN Verification Services Help Prevent IRS Notices and Backup Withholding
Earlier this year, one of our clients received a dreaded notice from the IRS: “66 of your 320 filed 1099s included invalid TINs. Backup withholding must begin immediately.” This kind of letter isn’t just annoying – it’s serious. It triggers extra paperwork, potential penalties, and required 24% withholding on all future payments to those flagged…
Bigger Tax Breaks for Giving from Your IRA
If you’re age 70½ or older, you have a powerful—and often overlooked—way to support the causes you care about while cutting your tax bill: the Qualified Charitable Distribution, or QCD. What Is a QCD? A Qualified Charitable Distribution allows you to transfer funds directly from your IRA to a qualified charity—like your church, alma mater,…
S Corporation Owners: Don’t Lose Your Health Insurance Deduction
Do you own an S-Corporation and pay for your own health insurance, like Medicare, or a policy through the ACA Marketplace? If so, there’s a very specific step you must take to deduct those premiums on your personal tax return. If you don’t report it properly, you’re missing out on thousands of dollars. How to…
Cozy Comfort for a Cause: The Royce CPA Firm Partners with Angel Heart Pajama Project
This season, The Royce CPA Firm is proud to partner with Angel Heart Pajama Project, a Tucson-based nonprofit that provides new pajamas and books to children in need. Their mission is simple yet powerful — to bring warmth, comfort, and a sense of security to children who have experienced trauma, abuse, or homelessness. From now…
High Income? Here’s a Little-Known Way to Supercharge Your Retirement & Cut Taxes
If you’re a solo business owner with strong, consistent income—and you’ve been maxing out your retirement plans—you might be wondering: What else can I do to lower my taxes and build wealth faster? There’s one option most business owners overlook: the Defined Benefit Plan (sometimes called a Pension Plan). What Is a Defined Benefit Plan?…
Celebrating 3 Years with Glydee!
This month, we’re celebrating three amazing years with Glydee, one of our dedicated Client Coordinators here at The Royce CPA Firm. Since joining the firm in 2022, Glydee has become known for her steady reliability, strong attention to detail, and her ability to keep projects moving smoothly behind the scenes. As a Client Coordinator, she…
Big Changes Coming to Charitable Giving Rules
If you’re someone who gives generously to causes you care about, there’s a new tax law on the horizon that could affect your giving strategy. Thanks to the recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), charitable contributions will be treated differently starting in 2026—and some of the changes could impact how much you can…