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Your September Estimated Tax Payment: Tips On Making It Easier
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This week on the Sunlight Tax Podcast, I’m breaking down estimated quarterly taxes for self-employed people, freelancers, creatives, and small business owners. I’ll explain how bookkeeping helps you calculate your tax payments more accurately, avoid surprises, and stay on top of your federal and state tax obligations throughout the year.
I’m also introducing my new intensive program for self-employed business owners who want to get the tax, bookkeeping, and legal side of their business properly set up.
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This week on the Sunlight Tax Podcast, I’m breaking down estimated quarterly taxes for self-employed people, freelancers, creatives, and small business owners. I’ll explain how bookkeeping helps you calculate your tax payments more accurately, avoid surprises, and stay on top of your federal and state tax obligations throughout the year.
I’m also introducing my new intensive program for self-employed business owners who want to get the tax, bookkeeping, and legal side of their business properly set up.
Also mentioned in today’s episode:
00:10 Introduction and importance of quarterly tax payments
02:23 Understanding quarterly tax payments for self-employed
05:05 How to estimate your tax liability based on profit to date
08:04 Simplifying bookkeeping and estimated tax payments
10:44 Working with a licensed tax professional versus AI
12:31 Details of the two-day program and what participants will learn
14:16 Program features: database, private consultations, and setup
16:04 Upcoming cohort dates and how to join the waitlist
17:25 Building trust and transparency in business setup
18:19 Reminder to pay estimated taxes and get bookkeeping in order
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Episode Links:
Watch my walkthrough video on how to pay your Estimated Quarterly Taxes
Join the 2-Day Business Setup Intensive Waitlist
Get your FREE visual guide to tax deductions
Order my book:Taxes for Humans: Simplify Your Taxes and Change the World When You’re Self-Employed
3 Tax Day Mistakes That Cost You Money
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This week on the Sunlight Tax podcast, I’m breaking down what tax day really means and clearing up the common misconceptions that can cost you money. If you’re someone who gets confused about the difference between tax filing and tax paying, or is not sure about estimated quarterly tax payments, this episode will give you the clarity you need.
I’ll walk you through how the tax system actually works, why quarterly payments matter (especially for freelancers and small business owners), and how to avoid unnecessary penalties. You’ll get practical tips you can use right away to stay on track, manage your cash flow, and feel more confident navigating tax season.
Listen and Subscribe Here
This week on the Sunlight Tax podcast, I’m breaking down what tax day really means and clearing up the common misconceptions that can cost you money. If you’re someone who gets confused about the difference between tax filing and tax paying, or is not sure about estimated quarterly tax payments, this episode will give you the clarity you need.
I’ll walk you through how the tax system actually works, why quarterly payments matter (especially for freelancers and small business owners), and how to avoid unnecessary penalties. You’ll get practical tips you can use right away to stay on track, manage your cash flow, and feel more confident navigating tax season.
Also mentioned in today’s episode:
00:00 The Start of Spring and Tax Preparation
03:44 Understanding Tax Filing vs. Payment
06:32 The Importance of Tax Extensions
09:14 Quarterly Tax Payments Explained
12:20 DIY Tax Support and Resources
If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and share it! Every review makes a difference by telling Apple or Spotify to show the Sunlight Tax podcast to new audiences.
Links:
Get my Tax Help onSubstack.
Watch: A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Pay Your Estimated Quarterly Taxes on The IRS Website
Get your FREE visual guide to tax deductions
Order my book: Taxes for Humans: Simplify Your Taxes and Change the World When You’re Self-Employed
How to Handle Your First Estimated Tax Payment (April 15 Guide)
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On this episode of the Sunlight Tax Podcast, I break down everything you need to know to make your first 2026 estimated quarterly tax payment. Learn how to manage cash flow, make accurate payments, and avoid going it alone. I share actionable tips, resources, and introduce my new Substack to help small business owners stay on top of taxes and maintain financial health all year long.
Listen and Subscribe Here
On this episode of the Sunlight Tax Podcast, I break down everything you need to know to make your first 2026 estimated quarterly tax payment. Learn how to manage cash flow, make accurate payments, and avoid going it alone. I share actionable tips, resources, and introduce my new Substack to help small business owners stay on top of taxes and maintain financial health all year long.
Also mentioned in today’s episode:
00:00 Introduction to Quarterly Tax Payments
10:09 Understanding the Importance of Quarterly Tax Payments
15:25 Methods for Calculating Quarterly Tax Payments
23:02 Final Thoughts on Tax Payments and Support
Takeaways
Pay 100% of last year's tax to avoid penalties
Divide last year's tax by four to estimate quarterly payments
Adjust payments based on the current year's profit for better cash flow
Maintain quarterly bookkeeping to improve payment accuracy
Join Hannah's Bookkeeping Club for accountability and support
If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and share it! Every review makes a difference by telling Apple or Spotify to show the Sunlight Tax podcast to new audiences.
Links:
Last week’s episode: The April 15 Cash Crunch: Why It Happens and How To Handle It
Get your free visual guide to tax deductions
Order my book, Taxes for Humans: Simplify Your Taxes and Change the World When You’re Self-Employed
How to Pay Quarterly Taxes When Your Income Changes
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Today, I’m talking about the importance of estimated quarterly taxes if you’re self-employed and how you can use the Safe Harbor rule, to help make an accurate tax estimate if your income is different this year from last year.
Join me in this episode to learn how you can avoid tax penalties and large tax bills by estimating your quarterly taxes as accurately as possible.
Listen and Subscribe Here
Today, I’m talking about the importance of estimated quarterly taxes if you’re self-employed and how you can use the Safe Harbor rule, to help make an accurate tax estimate if your income is different this year from last year.
Join me in this episode to learn how you can avoid tax penalties and large tax bills by estimating your quarterly taxes as accurately as possible.
Also mentioned in today’s episode:
What is the Safe Harbor Rule? 2:20
Paying your quarterly taxes based on current year income 9:10
The benefits of paying quarterly taxes 13:00
If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and share it!
Links:
On-demand class on Making Taxes Easier/Best Deal on my program, Money Bootcamp
Avoid a Tax Bill: How to Start Estimated Quarterly Taxes
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In today’s episode, I’m talking about the importance of paying your quarterly taxes as a business owner and how you can start paying them now, even if you’ve missed them in the past. I’m also giving an update on the Beneficial Ownership Information Report and how you can get yours done.
Join me in this important episode to get all the tips you need to start paying your quarterly taxes so you can avoid getting any large tax bills.
Listen and Subscribe Here
In today’s episode, I’m talking about the importance of paying your quarterly taxes as a business owner and how you can start paying them now, even if you’ve missed them in the past. I’m also giving an update on the Beneficial Ownership Information Report and how you can get yours done.
Join me in this important episode to get all the tips you need to start paying your quarterly taxes so you can avoid getting any large tax bills.
Also mentioned in today’s episode:
Steps to file a BOI report 5:30
Calculating your estimated quarterly tax payments 10:39
Addressing income variations and future adjustments 12:15
If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and share it!
Links:
Free Class on Making Taxes Easier, On-Demand
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