Are you missing an important deduction, one that will help you live the freelancing lifestyle from wherever you travel? If you write for others from someplace other than a repurposed room in your home, you might be. Time is money, and in this case, it might help pay for a trip too. Tracking your […]
Many businesses face significant uncertainties as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. Officials ordered most businesses to close, and the ones that remained open are struggling to keep up sales while maintaining health standards. At this point, a serious economic downturn seems avoidable. However, the government is taking drastic action to support businesses and individuals […]
The tax code is complicated and confusing for many taxpayers. To make matters worse, the law is constantly changing, so it’s next to impossible for most business owners to keep up-to-date. It’s no wonder that many people have difficulty with tax preparation. Unfortunately, you can’t avoid it unless you want the IRS to come knocking. […]
Do Turo Owners Need to Pay Sales Tax?Turo is a sharing economy service that allows you to list your car for rent. Renters can select travel dates and the location in order to rent your locally-owned car. However, if you plan to turn Turo into a serious business or even just to earn some extra income, you need to consider which taxes you might be responsible for before you begin. Here are a few questions and answers about Turo.com to help you better understand your tax liabilities with regard to […] […]
Tracking your income and your expenses is the first and one of the most important steps in understanding your tax obligations. Accurately calculating your net income (earnings less deductions) will give you the clarity you need to determine whether you are required to make estimated payments and whether you will be subject to underpayment penalties, for example. Calculating annual income Whether you’re paid hourly, weekly, or receive a fixed salary for the year, knowing how m […] […]
Paying taxes can be a hard pill to swallow for many taxpayers, especially if their tax bill is high. Your business has had a great year, you have increased your profits, and whether you’ve noticed it or not, you’ve simultaneously increased your tax bill. It’s only natural that the IRS is going to want a […]
Corporate taxes can be a confusing subject for Airbnb hosts. If your Airbnb business is incorporated, you probably need some help preparing your taxes. You need a lot of paperwork to file corporate taxes, so we put them together to help save you time. Hopefully, this post will make it easier to file your taxes […]
Is Your Rental Activity a Business?If you plan rent out a room of your home or a second home on Airbnb to earn extra income, you need to know how to determine if what are you doing qualifies as a business or hobby in order to properly prepare your taxes. Here are the rules to help you figure out if your rental activity is a business or hobby.How the IRS Defines a Business vs. Not-for-Profit (Hobby) There are nine factors that the IRS considers in determining whether your rental activity is a bus […] […]
If you drive for Uber or Lyft, you have two options for deducting your vehicle expenses. Drives can choose to take the standard mileage rate or Section 179 deduction. The standard mileage rate is the most common, but it’s not always the best option. In fact, you might be better off choosing another method. About […]
With the increasing popularity of sites like Upwork, many professionals are embracing freelance work. These platforms allow professionals to build their businesses, supplement existing income, and free themselves from the 9-to-5 grind. As a freelancer, the IRS classifies you as self employed, even if you also have a W-2 job. Whether you’re fulltime or parttime, […]