Empower Tax & Financial Services LLC

01/19/2026

Come see us at our new location we are accepting new clients 1321 hardy st suite A Hattiesburg ms 39401

01/18/2026

If you know you had marketplace insurance last year and try to file, your tax return will reject. You can not file without it. It will be mailed to you or it can be found in your marketplace account. You can also call and customer service will give you the information yo need, so have a pen and paper ready. ✍️🏾

01/18/2026

12/17/2025

A Prayer for My Business
Father, I lay my hands on this desk, these files, and all that they are connected to in my business. l'ask that you guide my thoughts and actions in a way that honors You.
Please bless all the items that are involved with my everyday work, from the computer, to paper and pens, to my phone and research materials.
Help me to utilize each to the best of my ability and let these things all work together to bring results for clients, but mostly, to glorify you.
Bless my clients and their endevors, Lord, and help them to seek You in their work.
Allow them to see you in their interactions with me.
Let me and my business be a reflection of You for others to encounter.
In Jesus' name, Amen.

12/16/2025

✅ Short answer

No, you cannot claim the Child Tax Credit (CTC) if your child was 17 at the end of 2025, even if they’re still in high school.

📌 Why

For CTC, the IRS requires the child to be under age 17 on December 31, 2025.
• Turned 17 anytime in 2025 ❌ → No CTC
• Was 16 or younger on 12/31/2025 ✅ → CTC allowed

💡 What you can claim instead

If your 17-year-old:
• Is your dependent
• Lived with you more than half the year
• Didn’t provide more than half of their own support

👉 You may qualify for the Credit for Other Dependents (up to $500, non-refundable).

⚠️ Common confusion
• High school status does NOT matter for CTC
• Age on December 31 is what matters

12/16/2025

🟡Start collecting you documents now⚫️

Create a Digital or Physical Folder for Tax Docs Start collecting important items like W-2s, 1099s, receipts, mileage logs, and any proof of deductions or credits. Keep everything in one place!

Review Last Year's Tax Return
Look at what you filed last year to remember which forms, income sources, and deductions you used - this helps you know what to expect.

Track Your Income & Expenses
If you're self-employed or own a business, make sure all your income and business expenses are categorized and up to date. Use bookkeeping software or a spreadsheet.

Book Your Tax Prep Early…
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At Empower Tax and Financial Services LLC, our top priority is helping you get every dollar you’re entitled to — that means securing your maximum refund with accuracy and confidence. Choosing the right tax preparer isn’t just about filing forms; it’s about partnering with someone who und...

12/13/2025

🔥 TAX GIRLIES & TAX BOYS COME HERE REAL QUICK🔥

Y’all love checking IRS transcripts but don’t know WHAT you looking at… so let me break down the REAL TAX GAME CODES the way your tax pro SHOULD be explaining them. 🗣️💰

💸 826 — THEY SNATCHED YOUR REFUND
The IRS used your refund to pay a debt. Child support, student loans, state taxes… yep, that’s where your money went.

💰 846 — THE MONEY CODE
Refund issued. Green light. Bag released. The date next to it is when your money LEFT the IRS.

⏸️ 570 — THEY PUT A HOLD ON YOUR MONEY
Something triggered a review. No release. No movement. It’s sitting until they finish checking whatever flagged.

🧊 810 — FREEZE ALERT
Identity, exam, or security issues. Your refund is BLOCKED until you clear it. Nothing moves.

🔥 811 — FREEZE LIFTED
They unfroze your refund. Now we wait for that lovely 846 to pop up.

📝 971 — THEY SENT YOU A LETTER
Account activity logged. Could be ID verify, missing info, corrections… watch your mailbox.

📬 977 — AMENDED RETURN POSTED
Your 1040X is officially in the system. Amended return accepted and processing.

😰 424 — EXAM/AUDIT REVIEW
Your return got pulled for extra eyes. Doesn’t always mean full audit, but something needed a closer look.

😮‍💨 425 — EXAM REVIEW MOVED
Activity or movement in the exam process. Depends what happened before this code context matters.

📚 768 — EARNED INCOME CREDIT
This is where your EIC lives. Parents, y’all look for THIS when checking how much credit posted.

🏆 177 — PENALTY REDUCTION
The IRS cut down your estimated tax penalty. Any time they remove a penalty… that’s a WIN.

⚠️ 091 — BUSINESS CLASSIFICATION CHANGE
They switched how your account or business is categorized. If you see this and you run a hustle? Yeah… get a tax pro IMMEDIATELY.

12/12/2025

Common Tax Mistakes Truckers CDL Drivers make ?

1️⃣ Mixing Personal and Business Expenses
Using the same account or card for personal and business purchases makes it harder to claim deductions and can trigger audits.

2️⃣ Neglecting Retirement Contributions
Contributing to a retirement account like a SEP IRA or Solo 401(k) reduces taxable income, but many owner-operators don’t take advantage.

3️⃣ Not Deducting Truck Repairs & Maintenance
Repairs, tires, and parts are legitimate business expenses, but many drivers forget to include them.

4️⃣ Forgetting Meal and Lodging Deductions
Meals and overnight stays on the road are deductible but only if properly tracked with receipts and logs.

⚠️ Are you making these common mistakes?

Avoid costly errors that reduce your refund. I help CDL drivers keep their records straight and maximize deductions.

Join my VIP List so I can get right this tax season !!

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At Empower Tax and Financial Services LLC, our top priority is helping you get every dollar you’re entitled to — that means securing your maximum refund with accuracy and confidence. Choosing the right tax preparer isn’t just about filing forms; it’s about partnering with someone who und...

12/12/2025

Tax tips for the day!

-Please ago ahead and create your Id.me accounts
-create or get those PIN numbers now.
- update your current addresses now.
-If you have received a letter from the IRS it’s not fraud it’s just from EIC they’re just trying to make sure that the kids are yours.

You’re welcome ☺️
I’m ready when you are!!!
ET&FS,LLC
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12/12/2025

Shirley Weary Grandison

12/11/2025

Shirley Weary Grandison

🚨🚨🚨IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT OUR BANKING PRODUCT🚨🚨🚨🚨

When you choose a tax company that offers a banking product, refunds may be routed to an account associated with that product to cover preparation fees before the refund is distributed to you.

This is not fraud. You may see this arrangement noted on your Form 1040 (often near the bottom of page 2) or in the disclosure materials provided by the bank.

Many clients are surprised to see refunds deposited to a company or bank account instead of their personal account. Please know: this banking product is not our personal account. It is used to protect clients and facilitate processing.

Tax professionals are aware that depositing client refunds into a separate account can be part of the chosen product structure and is not inherently illegal—it is a standard practice with certain refund-related services.

What to do:
Review all disclosures and terms before consenting to any banking product.

If something isn’t clear, ask us to explain how the funds flow works and where your funds will be deposited.

If you need a personal refund direct-to-you option, ask about alternatives before filing.

If you have questions or want to discuss your options, DM us or text 601-549-7346 for guidance. We’re here to help you understand every step of the process.

12/11/2025

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