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3 Tax Issues for New Photographers

Jul 10, 2024

Whether you started your business with the intention of starting a business, or you picked up a camera to satisfy an urge to create and somehow found yourself running a business —  as a photography business you’ve got to pay your taxes. Typically what that looks like is ignoring your taxes all year and then […]

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Understanding the Three Different Income Taxes

Jun 26, 2024

We were about halfway on our trip down south for vacation when we stopped for gas. Things were going great. Adalynn was doing amazing, and she was just starting to get hungry. Things were lining up better than we could have hoped for. ✅ Joel filled up the truck.  ✅ We ate breakfast on the […]

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Net Profit vs. Gross Profit

Jun 19, 2024

This week is a little different from the rest because I’m on vacation! My tasks for this week are to relax, be present with my family, and watch Adalynn play in the sand for the first time. There’s something magical about seeing her tiny hands discover the world around her. It’s moments like these that […]

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What is a bookkeeper, accountant, and CPA?

Jun 12, 2024

I’m currently in the middle of packing for a beach trip. Yes, I’m already dreaming of the ocean waves and sand between my toes! You know how it is — getting all those last-minute things done, so I can truly relax and not think about anything business-related while I’m away. But before I hit the […]

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self-employment tax overview

Self-Employment Tax Overview

Jun 5, 2024

I’ve got some exciting news to share, and it’s not just about my daughter Adalynn’s first swim class. Though that was pretty adorable!  Picture a 14-month-old and her daddy singing songs and kicking in the pool! My heart melted into a puddle!  I can’t wait for the next one! Watching her splash around and learn […]

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How to Pay Estimated Taxes?

May 30, 2024

It is officially the start of summer! Any big plans to enjoy the beautiful weather? Beach trip, camping, exploring a new city? The options are endless! As I was looking through my agenda book (yes, I’m still a paper girl) to mark down new summer plans, a big reminder showed up! Any chance you also […]

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Weekly Tax Organization Rhythm

May 22, 2024

Today, I wanted to share a little secret that’s made a big difference in my life: Having a solid morning routine. There’s something magical about starting the day with a sense of purpose and clarity. Whether it’s a brisk walk, a quiet cup of coffee, or some journaling time, setting a positive tone in the […]

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What are Estimated Taxes?

May 8, 2024

Tell me I’m not the only one…. If you spread out a price into several payments instead of one payment, it somehow makes your brain feel like it isn’t quite as “big” of a hit to your bank account. For instance, seeing $1,000 could take your breath away, but four payments for $250 doesn’t seem […]

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Ordinary and Necessary Business Expenses

May 1, 2024

This week, I was on a mission to find new wedding shoes. The souls peeled off the front of one of my pairs from last year, and the other was starting to rip down the side. I put them to good use. I figured that probably wouldn’t be the best look on a wedding day… […]

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What are Business Travel Expenses?

Apr 24, 2024

So far this year, I have turned on the OOO responder and traveled to Texas and Florida! I had never been to Texas before, and Florida is always a favorite place to visit. Texas was for the Creative Educator Conference. It was freezing cold, so I didn’t really explore the state but got to connect […]

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