Del Mar Town Hall to Host Tax Lecture for Older Adults

Retired CPA Wayne Otchis to discuss 2025 tax returns and 2026 financial planning

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Wayne Otchis, a retired CPA with expertise in tax preparation and retirement planning, will give an educational lecture to older adults from the Del Mar Community Connections (DMCC) organization on Tuesday, February 24th at 10:30 AM at the Del Mar Town Hall. The discussion will focus on what to watch for as people prepare their 2025 tax returns and what new tax laws to consider for 2026 financial planning.

Why it matters

Many older adults may struggle to keep up with changing tax laws and financial planning, so this lecture provides an opportunity for them to learn from an experienced professional and get their questions answered in a community setting.

The details

Otchis, who earned his CPA license in 1971 and has 30 years of experience speaking at National Tax Seminars, will share his expertise on tax preparation and retirement planning with the DMCC audience. The lecture is open to the public, and those interested in attending should register through the DMCC website.

  • The lecture will take place on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:30 AM.

The players

Wayne Otchis

A retired CPA who specializes in tax preparation and retirement planning. Otchis earned his BA from Stanford University in 1965 and became a CPA in 1971. He started his own tax practice in 1975 and has 30 years of experience speaking at National Tax Seminars.

Del Mar Community Connections (DMCC)

An independent 501c3 nonprofit organization with a mission to support and serve the older adults of Del Mar so that they may age independently at home. DMCC provides transportation, education, and social activities for local seniors.

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What’s next

Those interested in attending the lecture should register for the program at www.dmcc.cc/programregistration.

The takeaway

This lecture demonstrates how community organizations can provide valuable educational resources to help older adults navigate complex financial and tax-related topics, empowering them to make informed decisions about their finances.