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So You Don’t Want to Fund Authoritarianism: A Guide to Tax Resistance
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Read more: So You Don’t Want to Fund Authoritarianism: A Guide to Tax ResistanceThe decision to resist by refusing to pay taxes is almost always a moral and ethical one. Some of the most documented tax strikes in American history were among pacifist churches like the Quakers, and these strikes usually occurred during wartimes.
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Do You Need to Make Quarterly Tax Payments?
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Read more: Do You Need to Make Quarterly Tax Payments?If you will owe more than $1,000 in federal taxes, the IRS expects quarterly tax payments. This typically affects people who are self-employed, gig workers, or contractors, since taxpayers with W-2 wages have taxes withheld from each paycheck.
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Do You Need a Tax Extension?
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Read more: Do You Need a Tax Extension?Taxes are due April 15th every year—but sometimes you need more time to get documents together or navigate a disaster or major life change.
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Tax Considerations for Gig Workers
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Read more: Tax Considerations for Gig WorkersMileage is one of the most important things to keep accurate track of as a gig worker. Deliveries, ride-shares, or even driving to a client’s home to clean or babysit—all of it is business mileage and this deduction adds up fast.
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Why Choose a Small Tax Business Over a Big Name?
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Read more: Why Choose a Small Tax Business Over a Big Name?For many Americans, supporting local business has become a priority in an age where big corporate brands move in and push small businesses out of their neighborhoods. Choosing a tax professional that’s based in your community shows that you value keeping your dollars circulating in the local economy.
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Maximizing the Home Office Deduction for Sole Proprietors
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Read more: Maximizing the Home Office Deduction for Sole ProprietorsAs a sole proprietor of a small business, there are two options you can choose from when it comes to deducting home office expenses. The simplified method is calculated at $5 per square foot of office space, capped at $1,500. This method requires minimal recordkeeping, whereas the regular deduction method factors in all of your actual expenses toward the operation of your home office.
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Make Your Tax Refund Work for You
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Read more: Make Your Tax Refund Work for YouA tax refund is not free money from the government; it’s a literal refund of taxes you’ve paid into the IRS all year long. The larger the refund, the more you overpaid during the year.
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Why You Should File Your Taxes ASAP
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Read more: Why You Should File Your Taxes ASAPThe IRS will accept tax returns starting on January 26, 2026—should you go ahead and file? Short answer: YES. Doing your taxes can be stressful, and it’s not surprising that many folks procrastinate this annual activity. Let’s be honest: it’s nerve-wracking to worry about the potential of an audit if you make a mistake. But the IRS is less scary than they seem, and they don’t tend to release the hounds unless there’s huge fraud. Assuming you’re not filing a fraudulent return, let’s explore reasons that support filing as soon as possible. Benefits of Filing Your Taxes Early The main…
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Business Deductions for Sole Proprietors: A Guide to Schedule C Expenses
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Read more: Business Deductions for Sole Proprietors: A Guide to Schedule C ExpensesThis article will guide you through form Schedule C so you can capture all of your relevant business expenses. This is a general guide, so if you have questions please contact your tax preparer, accountant, or schedule a consultation with us to get clarification.
