If you’re running your photography business from home, you might be wondering: Is my home office deductible? The answer could help you save big on your taxes! In my latest YouTube video, I break down what qualifies as a home office, what you can deduct, and how you can take full advantage of the home […]

Are you feeling overwhelmed by managing your photography business’s finances? You’re not alone! Many photographers find keeping track of their numbers a daunting task. But don’t worry—my latest YouTube video is here to help! In this video, we dive into using QuickBooks as a photographer, an essential tool for streamlining your accounting and maximizing tax […]

Benjamin Franklin said it best — in the world, nothing is certain except death and taxes.  You heard that right. Taxes are not something you can just ignore or push off until next year or until you have more time. This is something we, as individuals, have to do every single year. And, as a […]

I started my business with one financial principle — that I would grow my business without taking out any loans or going into debt.  Sure, I didn’t have the best camera starting out and I only shot with a 50mm at sessions, but I saved up and only spent the money to upgrade once I […]

When I first started my business, I often heard people say make sure you track your numbers for tax purposes. I would nod my head like I understood, but inside I was freaking out. I understood that I needed to track numbers, but what numbers do they need to be and do they need to […]

Tax season only happens once a year, so it can be really easy to spend a ton of time handling it all at once, and then forgetting about it until March or April comes back around the next year. To only worry about it when the deadline is approaching. But what if you could spend […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]