Expert Tax Preparation for 2026: Local CPA Services

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Get expert tax and accounting assistance for the 2026 tax season, including guidance on new 2025 tax laws, from a local professional who understands your needs. Whether you are navigating individual returns or managing a small business, Luke C. Ruppersburg, MTx, CPA provides high-level expertise with a personal touch.

Our Specialized Services:

  • Tax Preparation: Professional filing for individual and small business returns at competitive rates.
  • Strategic Tax Planning: Proactive advice to help you minimize liabilities and maximize your financial future, especially with the recent law changes.
  • Accounting & Bookkeeping: Accurate, reliable financial management for your peace of mind.
  • Consulting: Expert guidance in technology and business strategy to help your operations grow.

Key 2025 Tax Law Changes:

  • Increased Standard Deduction: The standard deduction amounts have increased to $15,750 for single filers and $31,500 for married couples filing jointly.
  • New Deductions for Seniors: A temporary $6,000 additional deduction is available for individuals age 65 and older, subject to income limits.
  • Higher Child Tax Credit: The maximum child tax credit has increased to $2,200 per qualifying child and is partially refundable.
  • Expanded SALT Deduction Cap: The cap for the State and Local Taxes (SALT) deduction has been temporarily raised to $40,000 for married couples filing jointly, though phase-out rules apply for high-income earners.
  • New Deductions for Workers & Car Buyers: New deductions are available for up to $25,000 in qualified tip income, up to $12,500 in qualified overtime pay, and up to $10,000 in interest paid on qualifying new vehicle loans.

Why Choose Luke C. Ruppersburg?

  • Localized Expertise: Proudly serving neighbors and friends in Buford, Johns Creek, Sugar Hill, and surrounding areas.
  • Professional Credentials: Master of Taxation (MTx) and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with decades of specialized knowledge.
  • Accessible Support: Direct communication via phone, text, or email for the responsive service you deserve.

Contact Information:

  • Phone/Text: (770) 842-0631
  • Email: Luke.Sr@RuppersburgCPA.net
  • Website: RuppersburgCPA.net
  • Location: 5353 Lexington View Terrace, Buford, GA 30518

Don’t wait for the deadline—reach out today to schedule your consultation and ensure you benefit from all eligible 2025 tax changes!

A Tough Year for Crypto

After a tough year for crypto, you may be looking for ways to turn steep losses into possible tax breaks. The digital currency industry lost nearly $1.4 trillion in 2022 after a slew of bankruptcies and liquidity issues, including the collapse of the digital currency exchange FTX. Selling crypto is generally treated the same as security sales with a few exceptions. One of these exceptions is crypto is not subject to the ‘wash sale’ rules and there are a few others. Make sure that the crypto documentation that you provide to your tax preparer is detailed and includes a summary. If you have a large number of crypto transactions, i.e. more than 25, we recommend taking advantage of a software tool that will gather, calculate, and format your crypto activity for tax reporting. Using such a tool will minimize the fee that your tax preparer charges for crypto compliance. Koinly is a good choice but there are a number of tools available. Note the free plan Koinly offers does not include tax reports. If you choose Koinly, please contact us for a discounted license. https://koinly.io/features/

Georgia Dependent Personal Exemption

Beginning with the 2022 tax year, Georgia residents may claim a $3,000 tax exemption on their Georgia state income tax return for each qualifying “unborn” child.

On August 1, 2022, the Georgia Department of Revenue issued guidance related to Georgia’s anti-abortion law, known as the “Living Infants Fairness and Equality Act” (the LIFE Act). Among other things, the LIFE Act includes language that changes the definition of “natural person” to include an “unborn child with a detectible human heartbeat.” The LIFE Act defines an “unborn child” as “a member of the species Homo sapiens at any stage of development who is carried in the womb.”

According to the Georgia Department of Revenue, a taxpayer who has an “unborn child” with a detectable human heartbeat on or after July 20, 2022 is eligible for the Georgia individual income tax dependent exemption in the amount of $3,000 for each “unborn child.” https://dor.georgia.gov/press-releases/2022-08-01/guidance-related-house-bill-481-living-infants-and-fairness-equality-life.

Are you lucky if you owe tax on your cryptocurrency activity?

Well possibly. The lucky person is the one who owes taxes on their crypto activity and realizes cash. But what about the unlucky person who owes taxes on their crypto activity and did not realize any cash from that activity? This scenario is common. We trade in crypto personally and understand the potential complexities of appropriately reporting crypto transactions on your tax returns. Forbes Advisor

The IRS revealed it’s backlog was much larger

” The IRS has its own internal watchdog, the National Taxpayer Advocate. In her annual report to Congress this month, the advocate, Erin Collins, said that in 2021, the agency had a backlog of some 35 million returns that required manual processing. Taxpayers who called the IRS for guidance had only a 1 in 9 chance of getting their calls answered.” NPR