Lewis Kaufman Reid Stukey Gattis & Co., PC

Lewis Kaufman Reid Stukey Gattis & Co., PC We are a full-service Accounting firm licensed in TX. We offer a broad range of services for business owners, executives, and independent professionals.

If you’d like to arrange for a transfer of wealth through multiple generations, consider a dynasty trust. Assets are tax...
06/15/2026

If you’d like to arrange for a transfer of wealth through multiple generations, consider a dynasty trust. Assets are taxed just once, when they’re initially transferred to the trust. There’s no estate or generation-skipping transfer tax due on any subsequent appreciation in value. A drawback is that the trust is irrevocable. This means it generally can never be revised. Call us at (806) 293-4287 for more details.

Boat owners may qualify for federal income tax breaks — but only if the boat meets specific requirements. For example, a...
06/12/2026

Boat owners may qualify for federal income tax breaks — but only if the boat meets specific requirements. For example, a vessel with sleeping, cooking and toilet facilities could qualify as a home for the mortgage interest itemized deduction. Itemizers may also be able to deduct eligible state and local sales tax paid on a boat, subject to applicable limits. Vessels used in bona fide businesses, such as charter fishing or sightseeing, can generate deductible business expenses. Before assuming your boat delivers tax savings, contact us at (806) 293-4287 to learn more. We can help determine your vessel’s eligibility and provide guidance on substantiating any write-offs.

Are you behind on federal tax payments or worried about defaulting on an IRS installment agreement? You might have more ...
06/10/2026

Are you behind on federal tax payments or worried about defaulting on an IRS installment agreement? You might have more options than you realize. If your finances have changed, the IRS may let you adjust your payment plan to lower monthly payments or a new schedule. If your agreement is terminated, you can request reinstatement. You can also consider an offer in compromise, which may allow you to settle for less than you owe. If you’re facing serious financial trouble and can provide evidence of undue hardship, the IRS sometimes allows up to six months to pay. It helps to act early. Call us at (806) 293-4287 with questions.

Will Social Security benefits be available when you retire? Good question. These benefits are unlikely to disappear enti...
06/08/2026

Will Social Security benefits be available when you retire? Good question. These benefits are unlikely to disappear entirely. But payments may be smaller, and the qualifying age for full benefits (currently 65 to 67, depending on your date of birth) may increase. So it’s critical to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement vehicles and to make age-appropriate investments that can help you accumulate adequate savings. Call us at (806) 293-4287 to discuss your retirement goals and ways to achieve them.

Are rental real estate activities eligible for the qualified business income (QBI) deduction? The answer is a distinct “...
06/05/2026

Are rental real estate activities eligible for the qualified business income (QBI) deduction? The answer is a distinct “maybe.” This tax break allows eligible sole proprietors and owners of “pass-through” entities to deduct up to 20% of QBI. Pass-through entities include partnerships, S corporations and most limited liability companies. However, income from a rental real estate activity is QBI only if the activity rises to the level of a trade or business or meets an IRS safe harbor, which generally requires separate records, sufficient rental services and specific documentation. Various limits and other restrictions also apply. Call us at (806) 293-4287 to learn more.

A donor-advised fund (DAF) is one option available to support charities while reducing your taxable estate. By contribut...
06/03/2026

A donor-advised fund (DAF) is one option available to support charities while reducing your taxable estate. By contributing cash or appreciated assets to a DAF, you also may qualify for an immediate charitable income tax deduction without needing to identify the specific charitable recipients right away. This gives you more time to research potential recipients or change the organizations you support from year to year. For families focused on legacy planning, DAFs can also help align heirs around charitable goals. Contact us at (806) 293-4287 for additional details.

If you have unfiled tax returns, getting back on track may be easier than you think. But the longer you wait, the more c...
06/01/2026

If you have unfiled tax returns, getting back on track may be easier than you think. But the longer you wait, the more costly it becomes. The IRS charges a failure-to-file penalty of 5% per month (up to 25%) of the unpaid tax. There’s also a separate failure-to-pay penalty of 0.5% per month (up to 25%) of the unpaid tax. If both apply in the same month, the combined penalty is generally 5% per month. Returns over 60 days late are subject to a minimum penalty. Filing, even if you can’t pay in full, can reduce penalties and open the door to payment plans or other relief options. Call us at (806) 293-4287 for help.

Does your business provide complimentary on-site food and beverages for employees? The rules for deducting certain busin...
05/29/2026

Does your business provide complimentary on-site food and beverages for employees? The rules for deducting certain business meals have changed. Beginning in 2026, employers generally can’t deduct 1) meals treated as de minimis fringe benefits, or 2) employer-provided meals that are excludable from an employee’s income and provided for the employer’s convenience on business premises. For the 2025 tax year, generally the former were 100% deductible and the latter were 50% deductible. Contact us at (806) 293-4287 to discuss whether this change will affect your company and how to plan accordingly.

Business owners: If you’re only reaching out at tax time, you may be missing some valuable insights. Why stop at tax fil...
05/27/2026

Business owners: If you’re only reaching out at tax time, you may be missing some valuable insights. Why stop at tax filings? Let us help you make smarter business decisions year-round — from improving cash flow to navigating economic uncertainty to planning for growth. Please call us at (806) 293-4287 to learn more about how we can support your strategic goals.

Beginning July 4, 2026, parents, grandparents and others can contribute to Trump Accounts (TAs) for the benefit of eligi...
05/25/2026

Beginning July 4, 2026, parents, grandparents and others can contribute to Trump Accounts (TAs) for the benefit of eligible children. Certain children born 2025–2028 may also qualify for a $1,000 starter deposit from the federal government. TA contributions are generally limited to $5,000 per year (not counting the government deposit) and aren’t tax deductible. But earnings grow tax-deferred. At age 18, the TA will become a traditional IRA. For education goals, options like 529 plans may be better, because qualified education withdrawals are tax-free. Contact us at (806) 293-4287 to discuss what fits your family.

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