Being self-employed or working as an independent contractor can be a rewarding and lucrative way to earn income. However, the busier you are running your business, the more you may […]
Category: Tax Tips
The Self-Employment Ledger: How to Start and Why It’s Important
When you own your own business or are self-employed, you have many more responsibilities regarding your bookkeeping and finances. It is important to keep accurate bookkeeping for your self-employment income […]
Tax Document Checklist: Don’t File Without these Forms
The countdown is on until tax day. With just a short time away from the tax deadline, if you haven’t started preparing your taxes, there is no time like the […]
Are Your Assets Subject to Personal Property Tax?
Some municipalities use personal property tax to generate revenues for public programs and infrastructure. Each tax jurisdiction has the power to levy their own taxes and set their own guidelines. […]
How to Avoid Capital Gains Tax on Real Estate Sales
Investing is all about turning profits, but those profits come with a price. Anytime you sell an asset for a financial gain, Uncle Sam wants his cut. The government takes […]
How to Claim Education Tax Credits with Form 8863
If you pay for continued education for yourself, your spouse, or a dependent, you may be able to claim the expenses on your taxes and take advantage of the education […]
LLC Advantages for Freelancers and Small Businesses
Choosing an entity structure for your business is not an easy call. You have a lot of options to choose, but LLCs are one of the most popular. We’ll cover […]
Form 1040EZ: How to File a Simplified Tax Return
For 1040 is the form you use to file your taxes. Currently, Form 1040 is also available as Form 1040A and 1040EZ. The form you’ll need to use depends on […]
What is a Property Lien and How to Get Out From One
Creditors have a lot of collection weapons in their arsenal, but a property lien is one of the most feared. Property liens create major hassles for both the property holder […]
FFCRA Tax Credits for Self Employed: Family Leave and Paid Sick Leave
Congress passed the Families First Coronavirus Relief Act (FFCRA) to soften the financial impact of nationwide lockdowns. One notable benefit of this program is government-backed sick leave for employees. Self-employed […]