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Saving for Taxes During the Year

Mar 12, 2025

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 […]

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Sole Proprietor vs. LLC: Which Is Right for Your Photography Business?

Sole Proprietor vs. LLC: Which Is Right for Your Photography Business?

Feb 12, 2025

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 […]

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A Guide to 1099s

Jan 8, 2025

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 […]

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Home Office Deduction Criteria

Oct 16, 2024

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 […]

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15 Business Tax Category Breakdowns

Save Time When Working with Your Accountant

Jul 24, 2024

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 […]

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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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