As photographers, we wear a lot of hats: creative, marketer, bookkeeper, editor, and sometimes even part-time lawyer and accountant. But when tax season rolls around, one of the most common questions I hear is: “Can you deduct personal expenses as a photographer?” The short answer? Not usually. But the truth is a little more nuanced, […]

As a photographer and educator who works with creatives in their first few years of business, I know how confusing sales tax can be. Between state-specific rules, inconsistent advice in Facebook groups, and the feeling of “I’m just a service provider—this shouldn’t apply to me,” it’s no wonder so many photographers feel overwhelmed. That’s exactly […]

When I first realized I needed to be charging sales tax in my photography business, I felt completely overwhelmed. I had no idea where to begin, what systems I needed to set up, or how to make sure I was doing it correctly. If you’re in that same spot—wondering how to collect and pay sales […]

Let’s be real—nothing takes the joy out of a big photography payment quite like realizing a chunk of it actually belongs to Uncle Sam. If you’ve ever reached tax season and thought, Wait… I owe HOW much?!—you’re not alone. But the good news? Tax time doesn’t have to be stressful if you have a plan […]

When starting your photography business, legal structures might be the last thing on your mind. But choosing between sole proprietor vs. LLC is an important decision that impacts your taxes, liability, and long-term success. So, which one is right for you? In my latest YouTube video, I break down:📸 What it means to be a […]

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 […]

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 […]

When I first started my photography business, taxes used to make me cringe. I would wait until the last minute to gather my numbers, and boy, did it cause lots of late nights sifting through receipts to find everything I needed to provide to my CPA.  Every spring, our dinner table would disappear for a […]

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 […]