E21 – The Tax Talk You've Been Avoiding (But Shouldn't)
Sun Feb 01 2026
Tax season is here—and whether you love it or dread it, this conversation is one you need to hear.
In this episode, I sit down with Tim Dame, a CPA in Valdosta with 43 years of experience, to break down what everyday people need to know about taxes in 2026 and beyond. We cover the Big Beautiful Bill and what actually changed, no tax on tips and overtime (and the fine print nobody's talking about), Georgia income tax updates, when you actually need a CPA vs. TurboTax, and how to think about taxes as stewardship, not just a burden.
But this episode goes way beyond numbers. Tim shares how his son's life was saved at South Georgia Medical Center—and how that moment led him to serve on the hospital board for the past decade. We talk about faith, fear, finances, and what it really looks like to stop trying to control everything and let God lead.
If you've been avoiding your taxes or your finances, this is the episode to help you take that first step.
🎧 Listen now and share with someone who needs to hear this.
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Tax season is here—and whether you love it or dread it, this conversation is one you need to hear. In this episode, I sit down with Tim Dame, a CPA in Valdosta with 43 years of experience, to break down what everyday people need to know about taxes in 2026 and beyond. We cover the Big Beautiful Bill and what actually changed, no tax on tips and overtime (and the fine print nobody's talking about), Georgia income tax updates, when you actually need a CPA vs. TurboTax, and how to think about taxes as stewardship, not just a burden. But this episode goes way beyond numbers. Tim shares how his son's life was saved at South Georgia Medical Center—and how that moment led him to serve on the hospital board for the past decade. We talk about faith, fear, finances, and what it really looks like to stop trying to control everything and let God lead. If you've been avoiding your taxes or your finances, this is the episode to help you take that first step. 🎧 Listen now and share with someone who needs to hear this.