As a sharing economy business owner you have to keep track of both federal and state taxes to deal. With the addition of some sales & use tax and estimated […]
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Earned Income Tax Credit: Explained by Tax Pros
The earned income tax credit (EITC) offers big savings to wage-earners with dependents, but many taxpayers inadvertently overlook this valuable credit. In this article, I’ll provide an overview of the […]
Home Office Deduction Tips for Airbnb Hosts
If a portion of your home is used for conducting business, you may qualify for a home office deduction. You can choose from a couple of different methods for calculating […]
How Much Should I Set Aside for Taxes
If you’re a self-employed individual or freelancer, taxes won’t be removed before you receive your paychecks, which means that you’ll owe the IRS. You must save money during the year […]
The 5 Most Common Audit Triggers and How to Avoid Them
Filing your taxes can create a ton of stress. The US tax code is thousands of pages long – and extremely complicated. Despite this complexity, the IRS expects you to […]
Estimated Tax Payments for 1099 Independent Contractors
Find everything you need to know to correctly estimate and pay your quarterly taxes in this complete guide. […]
How to Check Your Tax Refund Status
If you overpay on your taxes, you’re eligible to receive a tax refund. Usually, refunds are the result of employers withholding too much money. However, self-employed individuals may receive a […]
Tax Preparation 2025: What You NEED to Know
There are many important updates that you should consider before you file taxes this year. Many of these developments may allow you to lower your tax bill. One particularly exciting […]
Your Guide to the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit
In August 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act was signed into law. Along with boosting domestic energy production, this law provides tax credits to homeowners who take steps to improve efficiency. […]
UGMA vs UTMA: Which is the Best for College Savings?
Many parents may want to get an early start on securing their child’s educational and financial future. The Uniform Gift to Minors Act (UGMA) and Uniform Transfers to Minors Act […]