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What Counts As Taxable Income?
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What Counts As Taxable Income?
It’s easy to get confused when it comes to figuring out what you need to report as income on your tax return.
Today, I’m going over some of the most common ways to receive money as an entrepreneur and talking about what actually counts as income in your business so you can be prepared for your taxes.
Join me in this episode to learn more about determining your total income and how you can make sure you report it correctly to the IRS.
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It’s easy to get confused when it comes to figuring out what you need to report as income on your tax return.
Today, I’m going over some of the most common ways to receive money as an entrepreneur and talking about what actually counts as income in your business so you can be prepared for your taxes.
Join me in this episode to learn more about determining your total income and how you can make sure you report it correctly to the IRS.
Also mentioned in today’s episode:
How to know when something is income and when it’s not 9:54
What is the function of the people you serve? 12:16
Should you itemize your tax return? 13:55
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3 Tips for Easier Taxes
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3 Tips for Easier Taxes
Today, I’m sharing my 3 quick and easy tips to make taxes easier for you as an entrepreneur.
Join me in this episode to learn how you can eliminate stress around filing your taxes and make sure you get the most out of your income.
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Today, I’m sharing my 3 quick and easy tips to make taxes easier for you as an entrepreneur.
Join me in this episode to learn how you can eliminate stress around filing your taxes and make sure you get the most out of your income.
Also mentioned in today’s episode:
Where you need to focus your energy and attention on 5:35
Customizing your bookkeeping 10:45
Working with softwares and what you need to know 13:27
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Is it Ok to Get a Tax Extension?
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Is it Ok to Get a Tax Extension?
Do you need a tax extension and you’re freaking out about it?
Today, I’m sharing the details about tax extensions for entrepreneurs and what you need to know about filing for an extension before the April tax deadline. I’m also explaining why tax extensions aren’t as bad as you might have thought.
Join me in this episode to learn some of the top reasons you might need a tax extension and how you can file for one.
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Do you need a tax extension and you’re freaking out about it?
Today, I’m sharing the details about tax extensions for entrepreneurs and what you need to know about filing for an extension before the April tax deadline. I’m also explaining why tax extensions aren’t as bad as you might have thought.
Join me in this episode to learn some of the top reasons you might need a tax extension and how you can file for one.
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The difference between filing and paying 2:33
Reasons for getting a tax extension 6:38
What you need to be aware of when it comes to tax extensions and the tax deadline 11:58
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The Home Office Deduction
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The Home Office Deduction
Today, I’m explaining the home office deduction including how you can calculate your own home office deduction when you’re filing your taxes as a creative entrepreneur this upcoming tax season.
Join me in this informative episode to learn a simplified way of calculating this important deduction and how you can make sure you’re getting the most out of it this tax season.
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Today, I’m explaining the home office deduction including how you can calculate your own home office deduction when you’re filing your taxes as a creative entrepreneur this upcoming tax season.
Join me in this informative episode to learn a simplified way of calculating this important deduction and how you can make sure you’re getting the most out of it this tax season.
Also mentioned in today’s episode:
What is a home office? 1:51
Calculating the home office deduction 7:16
Your deductible home office expenses 8:56
Personal vs. business time and how to calculate it 14:00
Calculating mileage when you have a home studio 16:30
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When Do You Actually Need an Accountant?
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When Do You Actually Need an Accountant?
Are you a creative entrepreneur who’s been wondering when you should hire an accountant or if you’ll be able to just do your own taxes?
In today's episode, I’m breaking down some of the most common scenarios that you might want to consider actually hiring an accountant and when you can just do your own taxes as an entrepreneur.
Join me in this informative episode to learn the best times to consult an expert and why using an accountant might save you money in the long run.
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Are you a creative entrepreneur who’s been wondering when you should hire an accountant or if you’ll be able to just do your own taxes?
In today's episode, I’m breaking down some of the most common scenarios that you might want to consider actually hiring an accountant and when you can just do your own taxes as an entrepreneur.
Join me in this informative episode to learn the best times to consult an expert and why using an accountant might save you money in the long run.
Also mentioned in today’s episode:
When it’s a good time to consult an accountant 5:33
Why it’s not as expensive as you think to hire an accountant 8:30
Tax returns and what you’re paying for 11:00
Tax planning and strategy and why it’s important to consult an accountant 21:15
Understanding your taxes 26:15
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