Tax Blog & Guides
Expert tips, step-by-step guides, and everything you need to file your taxes with confidence. Updated for the 2026 tax season.
When Freelancers Must Collect Sales Tax
Understanding when to collect sales tax is crucial. Learn sales tax requirements, nexus rules, taxable items, and when collection is required.
Skyler White
When Freelancers Must Pay Estimated Taxes
Understanding when freelancers must pay estimated taxes helps avoid penalties. Learn the thresholds, deadlines, exceptions, and requirements for quarterly tax payments.
James Rodriguez
When Freelancers Outgrow DIY Tax Tools
Learn the signs that indicate you've outgrown DIY tax software and need professional help. Understand when complexity, time, or risk makes professional tax assistance necessary.
Michelle Taylor
When Freelancers Should Form an LLC
Forming an LLC has benefits and costs. Learn when freelancers should form an LLC, what benefits it provides, and how it affects taxes.
Skylar White
When Freelancers Should Hire a CPA
Knowing when to hire a CPA saves money and ensures accuracy. Learn the signs you need professional help, what CPAs do for freelancers, and how to choose one.
Daniel Wilson
Above-the-Line Deductions Explained
Above-the-line deductions reduce your adjusted gross income and are available even if you take the standard deduction. Learn what they are, which ones you can claim, and how they differ from itemized deductions.
James Taylor
Adjustments to Income You Should Not Miss
Adjustments to income (above-the-line deductions) reduce your AGI and are available even with the standard deduction. Learn which adjustments you qualify for and how to claim them to maximize your tax savings.
Richard Martinez
Below-the-Line Deductions Explained
Below-the-line deductions are either the standard deduction or itemized deductions. Learn how they work, when to use each, and how they differ from above-the-line deductions.
Nancy Garcia
Cash vs Non-Cash Charitable Donations Explained
Cash and non-cash charitable donations have different deduction rules and limits. Learn the differences, how to value non-cash donations, and what documentation you need for each.
Michelle Roberts
Casualty and Theft Loss Deduction Rules
Casualty and theft losses are only deductible for federally declared disasters after 2025. Learn the rules, how to calculate losses, and what documentation you need.
Patricia White
Casualty and theft losses on Schedule A
Complete guide to deducting casualty and theft losses on Schedule A. Learn what qualifies, how to calculate the deduction, and the special rules for disaster area losses.
Mark Thompson
Charitable Contribution Deduction Rules
Charitable contributions are deductible if you itemize, subject to income-based limits. Learn the rules, limits, documentation requirements, and how to claim charitable deductions correctly.
Robert Turner
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