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Building something alone in a world that rewards teams
The freelancer's unexpected edge and why it's more of an advantage than you may think. It's human nature to do things in groups, it’s an instinct that...
What is Self-Employment Tax?
You quit the 9-to-5. You're doing your own thing. Life is good. Then tax season arrives and hits you with a bill you weren't expecting and it's not ju...
Does my Gmail already have everything I need for tax season?
Let's start with the question you're actually asking. It usually sounds something like this: "It's tax season, I meant to keep proper records all ye...
I hired my first contractor. How does it impact my taxes?
For a while, you were the contractor. You did the work, you sent the invoice, and every January a little stack of 1099s showed up in your inbox remind...
What can you actually write off as a freelancer?
Let's start with the one rule behind all of this. Before you write anything off, it has to pass one simple test. The IRS says an expense has to be o...
Which tax forms do freelancers actually need?
A quick, stress-free guide to your freelancer paperwork. Nobody hands you a tax guide when you go freelance. You're just expected to figure it out. Th...
How do you stay on top of taxes year-round as a freelancer?
Simple habits that turn tax season from a scramble into handled. If you work for yourself, the words tax season probably make your shoulders climb u...