Denise Stubbs CPA

06/16/2026

Selling handmade goods at the farmers market this summer? Doing a little photography on the side? Getting paid for something you love? The IRS draws a real line between a hobby and a business, and it matters more than people think.

Businesses can deduct 100% of legitimate costs against income, whereas hobby expenses are generally non-deductible under current tax laws. That's a big difference come tax time.

Not sure which category you fall into? That's exactly the kind of question we love answering. Give us a call at (828) 570-5760.

It’s important to make sure you classify your income properly because it has implications on how that income is reported and how much tax you may owe.

06/15/2026

What’s the most valuable money lesson you can pass on to your kids? Our recent blog post covers the financial concepts that matter most and how to actually teach them.

Read it here: https://www.denisestubbscpa.com/post/teaching-kids-about-money

06/11/2026

The IRS has a sense of humor. Just kidding, they absolutely do not. But we do, and we also happen to be really good at keeping you out of trouble with them.

If taxes have ever made you want to pull your hair out, that's what we're here for. Come talk to us. 😄

06/09/2026

That W-4 form you filled out when you started your job? It carried the same basic layout for over 30 years before the IRS finally overhauled it in 2020.

Tax forms evolve more than most people realize. If you have questions about how any of it affects your withholding, we're happy to help.

06/08/2026

Owning a home comes with a lot of tax questions and a lot of conflicting information. Our latest post breaks down what's deductible and what isn't, in plain English. Worth a read before you leave money on the table. 🏡

https://www.denisestubbscpa.com/post/homeowner-tax-deductions

06/04/2026

Signs your accountant actually likes you:

✔️ You get a reply before the deadline panic sets in.
✔️ They remember your business, not just your tax return.
✔️ They tell you things you need to hear before the IRS does.
✔️ They actually explain what they did and why.
✔️ They're still answering calls in June without sighing.

At Denise Stubbs CPA, that's just how we work. 😊

Ready to work with a team that has your back? Head over to our website.

Looking for a trusted Certified Public Accountant? Discover Denise Stubbs, CPA, offering professional, down to earth accounting services in Franklin, NC.

06/02/2026

Did you know the first income tax in the United States was introduced in 1861 to help fund the Civil War? It was 3% on incomes over $800. People were not thrilled then either.

165 years later, and the tax code is a little more complicated. Okay, a lot more complicated, but the goal is still the same. Fund the country, file on time, and hopefully keep a little extra in your pocket.

That's where we come in. 😄

06/01/2026

Friendly reminder: estimated taxes are due June 15. 📅

That's two weeks away, which sounds like plenty of time until suddenly it isn't. Not sure what you owe? Let's figure it out together before the deadline hits.

05/28/2026

May is wrapping up, and tax season feels like a distant memory at this point. If you've been meaning to get your books in order, schedule a consultation, or finally tackle that financial question you've been putting off, summer is actually a great time to do it.

We're here when you're ready. Reach out and let's talk!

05/26/2026

Want to lower your 2026 tax bill? Retirement accounts are one of the most powerful ways, and there’s still time to make a real difference.

Our new post explains your options: https://www.denisestubbscpa.com/post/retirement-savings-2026-tax-bill