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I’m Self-Employed: Can I Deduct Childcare Costs?
Here at Tax Savvy Jessica, the majority of our clients are 1) self-employed entrepreneurs, and 2) women. Thankfully, the days of having to choose between motherhood and career are over. But this new reality also means trying to “do it all” can come at a cost -...

Are Marketing Costs Tax Deductible?
Your business might be the bee’s knees, but unless potential customers know you exist, you won’t get much traction. As a business owner, you naturally want to make sure your financial investments produce results. So when money spent on marketing doesn’t pay off in the...

How to Win at Bookkeeping
Maintaining good bookkeeping practices is the gold standard for all small businesses, and is the clearest way to show your business’ performance from years prior and where you stand currently. However, following through with regular upkeep of your records isn't always...

Self Employment Taxes: How Are They Different From filing as a W-2 employee
Entrepreneur, freelancer, independent contractor or self-employed. However you title yourself, chances are you answer to one boss - yourself! Working for yourself can be exciting and lucrative. But when you’re no longer an employee, some aspects of your work life can...

The Perks of an Amex Card for Small Business
If you own a business, chances are you’ve received a credit card offer or two in the mail. Whether you’re an old pro at maximizing credit card benefits or a newbie interested in learning more about the perks, we’ve got you covered. This month, we’re discussing the tax...

Quarterly Tax Payments: A Brief Guide for Coaches & Consultants
As a small business owner, your daily thoughts center around improving your company. You care about optimizing your services, enhancing the customer experience, and increasing your bottom line. But focusing on taxes? Eh...not so much. The truth is that staying on top...

How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Tax Professional?
The IRS estimates it takes individuals 11 hours to prepare a tax return on average. But who wants to waste their time sifting through receipts and bank statements, calculating how much money they owe to the government? In 2021, more and more business owners are hiring...

5 Tax Strategies for Coaches and Consultants
Use these tips to save on your taxes this year! So you’re a coach or consultant and you’re killing it this year. Leads are pouring in, sales are up, you have stellar processes in place, and you’re thrilled to see where your business is going to take you. First - go...

CPA vs. Enrolled Agent: Who Should I Hire for My Business?
As a business owner, you’ve probably learned that handling your taxes isn’t always a walk in the park. On top of your regular responsibilities, dealing with taxes often means sifting through mounds of paperwork and receipts that you keep meaning to organize...but...

5 Reasons to Hire a Tax Accountant for Your Small Business
When you’re running a small business, you wear lots of hats. You may be CEO, receptionist, accountant, and salesperson all wrapped into one. Juggling these roles can become stressful, taking away attention from the very thing you’re trying to build--your business....

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