David Kang

At the end of the day, I understand why the avg. taxpayer wants to participate in #TaxStrike2026. Trust in institutions is at an all-time low. People are angry about how their tax dollars are spent (foreign policy, domestic issues, etc). But the IRS is just a collection agency with automated levy & wage garnishment power. The only way to actually "beat" the system is to pay the ABSOLUTE legal minimum. Don't strike. It will cost you. A lot. Optimize instead. That's why we built Keeper to navigate any tax complexity for you to ensure you pay what you owe--never a penny more. File your return. Claim every cent. Don't give the IRS a "penalty tip." [3/3]

I'm also seeing tax advice to "Just write Exempt on your W-4." Only someone who meets both of these conditions can legally claim exempt on a W-4: 1. You owed $0 in federal income tax last year, and 2. You expect to owe $0 in federal income tax this year If either is false, you cannot legally claim "Exempt." And doing so anyways with flag the IRS computers instantly. Once they're flagged, they don't just ask you to fix it. They order your boss to take the maximum amount out of your paycheck. You aren't "opting out." You’re handing the IRS total control of your payroll. [2/3]

The IRS has officially started accepting returns this year, and I’m seeing #TaxStrike2026 trending. And honestly, I get it. I talk to frustrated taxpayers daily. I understand the anger. The system is broken. But honestly, this advice is dangerous. Here's why the math behind it could bankrupt you 👇 People are saying: 1. Don't pay taxes. 2. Stick the money in a HYSA earning 4.5% APY. 3. Pay the IRS fine later with the interest earned. But the IRS Failure-to-File penalty is 5% PER MONTH. You’re chasing a 4% annual return while taking a 60% annualized hit from the Feds. 🧵 [1/3]

Tax season officially starts Jan. 26, 2026! Here's what to know before you file (thread)👇 1. Refunds may be larger this year 📈 Some filers may see larger refunds because new 2025 tax law changes are being applied and withholding didn’t fully catch up during the year.⁠