September 15 Is the Third Quarter Estimated Tax Deadline

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If you make or receive income that is not fully covered by withholding, September 15, 2026 is an important date on the tax calendar. It is the due date for the third installment of 2026 federal estimated tax payments for individuals who are…

Back-to-School for Your Business: A Mid-Year Financial Report Card

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Back-to-school season isn't just for students. As backpacks are filled, schedules become more structured, and summer winds down, many business owners find themselves shifting back into "work mode" after vacations, family trips, and a slower…

If You Owe the IRS Money, Here’s What You Should Know About the Statute of Limitations on Collection

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Article Highlights: Understanding the 10-Year Clock Situations that Toll the Statute of Limitations Avoiding Unnecessary Extensions Strategies for Navigating the 10-Year Collection Period Important Considerations Should…

Just Starting a New Business? Don’t Overlook Start-Up and Organizational Costs Deductions

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Article Highlights: Deductible Expenses: o   Start-Up Expenses o   Organizational Expenses How Much Can Be Deducted Now vs. Over Time Special Purchase Rule How to Claim Recordkeeping — What to Keep Examples Practical…

Gen Z Is Earning Differently—And Most Are Getting Taxes Wrong

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This generation doesn’t wait for a paycheck. They create income on their own terms. Selling products online. Editing videos for clients. Running social media accounts. Picking up freelance work between classes or jobs. It’s flexible. It’s…

Estimated Tax Payments Are Not Just for the Self-Employed

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Article Highlights: Employees Self-Employed Individuals Periodic Payments Underpayment Penalty Safe Harbor Payments Unlike employees, who have income, Social Security, and Medicare taxes withheld from their wages, self-employed…

Received a 1099-K? What You Should Be Concerned About

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Article Highlights: Why Form 1099-K Was Created Understanding the Purpose of Form 1099-K What It Means for Income Reporting Cash Income Application in Various Situations Selling Personal Items Side Hustles and Gig Economy …

Your Annual Reminder to File Worker 1099s

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Article Highlights: 1099-NEC Filing Requirements Filing Due Date Independent Contractor Filing Threshold Landlords Additional Filing Requirements Form W-9 Household Workers Penalties Endeavors to Mitigate Penalties …

From Side Hustle to Six Figures: Turning Your Small Business Into a Scalable Firm

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It started as a side hustle — a few clients, a few late nights, maybe some extra cash to ease the budget. But now the calls are coming in faster. The demand is growing. And you’re starting to wonder: Am I ready to take this full-time? The…

Don’t Let Your Side Hustle Become a Tax Nightmare

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W-2 by Day, Wedding Photographer by Weekend? You started your side hustle for the flexibility. The extra income. The “hey, I’m good at this—why not get paid?” kind of freedom. And now it’s summer, and the bookings are rolling in. Weddings.…