Tracking your photography income is one of the most important steps to building a financially healthy business. Without a clear system in place, it’s easy to lose track of client payments or feel overwhelmed when tax season arrives. In my latest YouTube video, I share a straightforward approach to tracking income for photographers in their […]

Are you truly tracking your business expenses? Not just jotting down the big ones, but consistently keeping tabs on everything? In my latest YouTube video, I’m diving into the essentials of tracking business expenses as a photographer. Why? Because staying on top of your finances isn’t just about surviving tax season—it’s about building a profitable, […]

Are you scrambling in January to figure out what to do with those 1099s that show up in your inbox—or worse, realizing you forgot to send some to contractors you worked with? Imagine instead being fully prepared: knowing exactly what 1099s are, how to handle them, and having all your ducks in a row before […]

It’s that time of year again, photographers—holiday shoots, editing marathons, and tax season prep. But don’t let your receipts and paperwork pile up until the last minute! In my latest YouTube video, I’m walking you through a Photography Year-End Tax Checklist to help you close out your books with confidence. Whether you’ve been winging it […]

Do you want to give back to your community and support causes close to your heart, but when it’s time to claim your charitable donations, you’re not sure what actually qualifies or how to document it properly? If you’ve ever donated a family session for a silent auction or written a check to your favorite […]

Does this sound like you every tax season? You’re frantically digging through random folders, scrolling through your email inbox, and trying to remember what all those small expenses were. It’s stressful, chaotic, and takes way more time than it should. But what if tax season could be smooth? Imagine having your receipts perfectly organized, your […]

Does this sound like you? You’re setting up your dream photography business, investing in essential gear, setting up a beautiful website, maybe even taking courses to build your skills. But while you’re creating the foundation of your business, those costs start to pile up—fast! So here’s the question: Can you actually deduct those startup costs […]

Tax lingo can be quite confusing. It may even feel like you are learning a new language. Two terms you’ll hear a lot are “tax deductions” and “tax credits.” But what’s the difference, and how can each help you save money? In my latest YouTube video, we break down everything you need to know about […]

Let’s face it—taxes aren’t exactly the most exciting part of running a photography business, but they’re crucial to understand if you want to keep more of your income. One of the most common questions photographers have is, “What tax bracket am I in?” In my latest YouTube video, I’m breaking down what you need to […]

Does the thought of taxes make you cringe? 😬 As photographers, we’d much rather be out shooting than worrying about our finances. But what if I told you there’s a way to save big on your taxes—just by using the gear you already have? In my latest YouTube video, I’m breaking down depreciation, a powerful […]