If you’ve ever stared at your receipts and spreadsheets wondering, “Do I really need a CPA for this?” — this video is for you.

In your first few years of photography business, it’s tempting to go full DIY when it comes to taxes. After all, you’re still figuring things out, and hiring a tax professional can feel like a luxury. But here’s the truth: getting tax support early on might be one of the smartest CEO moves you can make.

In this new video, I’m breaking down exactly when it makes sense to DIY your taxes, and when to bring in a professional. You’ll learn:

• What a tax pro actually does (spoiler: it’s more than filing in April)
  
• How they can help you save money and avoid costly mistakes
  
• The real ROI of hiring a CPA as your business grows
  

Plus, I’m sharing my best tips for hiring a tax pro who understands creative businesses like yours—and won’t make you feel silly for asking questions.

If you’re ready to feel more confident about your money, your taxes, and your growth as a photographer, don’t miss this one.

And if you’re in year one, don’t forget to grab my free guide: 45 Goals for Your First Year in Business—it’s the exact roadmap I wish I had when I started (link below).

Whether you’re just starting out or ready to scale, these tips for hiring a tax pro will give you clarity and peace of mind.

XOXO – Heather

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Ready to set your business up for success? Grab my free 45 Goals for Your First Year in Business guide, packed with actionable steps to build a strong foundation. Download it here: [Free Download Link].

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Let’s Prep for Tax Season – Together

Keep more of what you make inside of your business with these 5 key deductions for photographers. I’m sharing all inside of my free class — Maximizing Your Tax Deductions as a Photographer!

Make tracking your numbers easy with my Tax Prep Spreadsheet and ensure that tax season is a breeze.

Transform your passion into a thriving business and unlock success for your photography business with my free guide to setting goals for the first year of your photography business.

Mastering your business taxes starts with understanding the different tax categories. Grab my free tax category guide to take the first step towards stress-free taxes today.

Want taxes to suck less? Learn how to correctly prepare your taxes for your accountant with the Photographer Tax Course – and say hello to a confident and calm tax season!
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