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LLCs & Why You Need to Separate Your Accounts
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LLCs & Why You Need to Separate Your Accounts
Today, I’m sharing an article I wrote about why it’s so important to keep your personal and business bank accounts separate as an entrepreneur. I’m also sharing information about LLC’s vs. a sole proprietorship and if having an LLC really changes anything during tax time.
Join me in this episode to hear why mixing your personal and business accounts can hurt your business and to learn more about whether you should switch to an LLC.
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Today, I’m sharing an article I wrote about why it’s so important to keep your personal and business bank accounts separate as an entrepreneur. I’m also sharing information about LLC’s vs. a sole proprietorship and if having an LLC really changes anything during tax time.
Join me in this episode to hear why mixing your personal and business accounts can hurt your business and to learn more about whether you should switch to an LLC.
Also mentioned in today’s episode:
LLC’s and your taxes 1:09
Why your personal and business accounts should be separated 2:19
Can you operate as a sole proprietorship or do you need an LLC? 6:04
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VVRKSHOP, Paddy Johnson: https://www.vvrkshop.art/
The Child Care Tax Credit
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The Child Care Tax Credit
Today, I’m sharing important details about the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit and 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.
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Today, I’m sharing important details about the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit and 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.
Also mentioned in today’s episode:
What is the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit? 1:00
Tax credit vs. deduction 6:44
What qualifies for this credit and how much can you claim? 9:56
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VVRKSHOP, Paddy Johnson: https://www.vvrkshop.art/
Taxes Should Be Part of Civic Education: A Story of Hope
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Taxes Should Be Part of Civic Education: A Story of Hope
Today, I’m sharing a civic oriented article I wrote back in 2018 that I hope will inspire you to get involved in your local politics and think more about why civic education is so important.
Join me in this inspiring episode to learn a bit more about why it’s so important to take a greater role in your local government and why I feel so passionate about advocating for tax education in this country.
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Today, I’m sharing a civic oriented article I wrote back in 2018 that I hope will inspire you to get involved in your local politics and think more about why civic education is so important.
Join me in this inspiring episode to learn a bit more about why it’s so important to take a greater role in your local government and why I feel so passionate about advocating for tax education in this country.
Also mentioned in today’s episode:
Why local politics is so important 2:11
Why is tax policy left out of civics? 6:23
Lying from politicians about who pays taxes and why that’s such an issue 10:43
Tax education and why we need it 14:14
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link to article: https://www.sunlighttax.com/blog/2019/3/27/tax-policy-should-be-part-of-our-basic-civic-education
link to podcast I reference, the Overlook podcast.
10 Minute Tax Fix: Do a Paycheck Checkup
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10 Minute Tax Fix: Do a Paycheck Checkup
In this quick and easy episode, I’m talking about something practical you can do in just 15 minutes to make your life easier during tax time.
Join me today to learn how you can do an easy paycheck checkup to prepare for tax season, avoid any surprise tax bills and ensure your withholding is at the right level.
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In this quick and easy episode, I’m talking about something practical you can do in just 15 minutes to make your life easier during tax time.
Join me today to learn how you can do an easy paycheck checkup to prepare for tax season, avoid any surprise tax bills and ensure your withholding is at the right level.
Also mentioned in today’s episode:
Adjusting your taxes 2:20
Finding your federal income tax rate 4:47
Checking your withholdings 7:45
Using the IRS to calculate your taxes 9:12
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Links:
Go to this link to do your Paycheck Checkup: Tax Withholding | Internal Revenue Service
If you have ONLY self-employed income (no W2), you'll need to use this document. IRS Pub 505
Or, the easier path is to join my program, Money Bootcamp, where I teach you how to set up simple bookkeeping, calculate your tax due each quarter, and pay your estimated quarterly taxes with accuracy and peace of mind.
Oops! How to Fix a Tax Mistake
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Oops! How to Fix a Tax Mistake
Have you ever wondered what happens when you make a mistake on your taxes?
In this episode, I’m talking about the most common mistakes people make when filing their taxes, how you can fix them and the basics of an amended tax return.
Join me today to learn how you can easily amend your taxes when you accidentally make a mistake and when you can skip filing an amended return.
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Have you ever wondered what happens when you make a mistake on your taxes?
In this episode, I’m talking about the most common mistakes people make when filing their taxes, how you can fix them and the basics of an amended tax return.
Join me today to learn how you can easily amend your taxes when you accidentally make a mistake and when you can skip filing an amended return.
Also mentioned in today’s episode:
What is an amended tax return? 2:15
Some of the most frequent mistakes made on taxes 4:35
When you need to file an amended tax return 13:20
Statute of limitations when it comes to filing a tax amendment 18:05
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Amended tax return instructions
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