THE SUNLIGHT TAX BLOG:
Tax and Money Education for Creative People, Freelancers and Solopreneurs
search A TOPIC
Categories
- Business Management 22
- Creative Specific 3
- Estimated Quarterly Taxes 8
- General Economy; Tax Policy and Legislation 52
- Get to know Hannah Cole 8
- Interviews and personal stories 36
- Personal Finance 26
- Personal and Career Development 22
- Practical and Tactical Tax 57
- Retirement and Future Success 28
- Sunlight Podcast 149
- Tax Deductions for Freelancers and Self-Employed 9
- the Sunlight Tax Podcast 68
Money Cheat Sheet for the Overwhelmed
LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE HERE
Today, I’m sharing an article I wrote where I give a practical financial overview and is a personal finance cheat sheet for anyone feeling overwhelmed with their finances and taxes.
Listen to this episode to get some finance tips to help you feel more secure as an entrepreneur when it comes to your money.
Money Talks: A Conversation with My Gen Alpha Daughter
Listen and Subscribe Here
In this episode of the Sunlight Tax Podcast, I had the joy of interviewing my daughter, Farrah, about her very first job and everything she’s been learning about managing money. We talked about the excitement of earning her own income, the value of saving and starting a Roth IRA early, and how taxes work. We even touched on the idea of net worth.
Farrah shared some really thoughtful insights about spending wisely and why she thinks financial education is so important for kids her age (Gen Alpha). It was also fascinating to see how her perspective reflects some of the generational shifts in how we think about money.
My #1 Tip to Make Your Kid a Millionaire
Listen and Subscribe Here
In this episode of the Sunlight Tax Podcast, I’m discussing the benefits of tax-advantaged savings for children, specifically focusing on Roth IRA for kids. I explain how parents can open a custodial Roth IRA for their kids, the advantages of Roth IRA, and the importance of teaching children about compound interest and financial literacy.
This episode also emphasizes the long-term benefits of starting early with investments and how this can empower the next generation financially.
The Shockingly Simple Math of Making Your Taxes Easier
Listen and Subscribe Here
In this episode of the Sunlight Tax podcast, I talk about something that can feel overwhelming for a lot of us: taxes and bookkeeping, especially if you're a self-employed person. I share why having a positive mindset around money stuff really matters and how it can actually make tax season a lot less stressful.
I also introduce my new workbook, which is designed to help you move past some of those mindset blocks that can make dealing with taxes feel so heavy. Throughout our chat, I offer practical tips, like why it’s so important to have a separate bank account for your business, and how setting up just a few basic expense categories can make a big difference in staying organized.
The Child Care Tax Credit
Listen and Subscribe here
Today, I’m sharing important details about the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit particularly focusing on its relevance for parents during the summer months when childcare costs can be significant. I’ll share how you can use it during the summer months when sending your children to summer camp.
I’m also talking about the difference between a tax credit and a tax deduction and why a credit is more beneficial to the taxpayer.
Join me in this episode to learn how you can take advantage of this tax credit and how it can apply to you.
What are your money concerns?
Suggest a blog topic for Hannah here.