“Taxes for creatives” could have also been the title of this episode, giving the more entrepreneurially minded the boost they need to officially launch a little business they’ve been considering. But for most folks the topic of taxes isn’t comforting, it’s straight up terrifying… even though it shouldn’t be. Today’s guest, Hannah Cole, is on a mission to create fearless folks who launch into the world of deductions, bookkeeping, tracking, tax filing, and all the other terms that strike a little fear in your heart, with full confidence. Her new book, Taxes For Humans, acts as a field manual for self-employed folks to simplify their taxes and take the bull by the horns. Topics covered today:
Taxes can be intimidating, but understanding them is empowering
Creatives often struggle with the business side of their work, including taxes
The IRS is more forgiving than many people think
Receipts, tax forms, and bookkeeping are the key three systems
Deductions are available for ordinary and necessary business expenses
When and how much in quarterly estimates, in order to avoid penalties
A visual guide to tax deductions
And much more!

 

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Be sure and check out Hannah’s new book, Taxes For Humans, or just get it on Amazon. And her visual guide to tax deductions is especially cool for folks looking to organize their business expenses, who also hate IRS forms ;)
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&ldquo;Taxes for creatives&rdquo; could have also been the title of this episode, giving the more entrepreneurially minded the boost they need to officially launch a little business they&rsquo;ve been considering. But for most folks the topic of taxes isn&rsquo;t comforting, it&rsquo;s straight up terrifying&hellip; even though it shouldn&rsquo;t be. Today&rsquo;s guest, Hannah Cole, is on a mission to create fearless folks who launch into the world of deductions, bookkeeping, tracking, tax filing, and all the other terms that strike a little fear in your heart, with full confidence. Her new book, Taxes For Humans, acts as a field manual for self-employed folks to simplify their taxes and take the bull by the horns. Topics covered today:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Taxes can be intimidating, but understanding them is empowering</li>
<li aria-level="1">Creatives often struggle with the business side of their work, including taxes</li>
<li aria-level="1">The IRS is more forgiving than many people think</li>
<li aria-level="1">Receipts, tax forms, and bookkeeping are the key three systems</li>
<li aria-level="1">Deductions are available for ordinary and necessary business expenses</li>
<li aria-level="1">When and how much in quarterly estimates, in order to avoid penalties</li>
<li aria-level="1">A visual guide to tax deductions</li>
<li aria-level="1">And much more!</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Want more How To Money in your life? Here are some additional ways to get ahead with your personal finances:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Be sure and check out Hannah&rsquo;s new book, <a href="https://www.sunlighttax.com/how">Taxes For Humans</a>, or just get it <a href="https://amzn.to/3JaT1Ee">on Amazon</a>. And her <a href="https://www.sunlighttax.com/deductionsguide">visual guide to tax deductions</a> is especially cool for folks looking to organize their business expenses, who also hate IRS forms ;)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Knowing your &lsquo;money gear&rsquo; is a crucial part of your personal finance journey. <a href="https://www.howtomoney.com/start-here/">Start here.</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Sign up for the weekly <a href="https://www.howtomoney.com/newsletter/">HTM newsletter</a>. It&rsquo;s fun, free, &amp; practical.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Find a thriving community of fellow money nerds by joining the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1623670287732189">HTM Facebook group!</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Massively reduce your <a href="https://www.howtomoney.com/choosing-the-best-cheap-cell-phone-plan/">cell phone bill</a> each month by switching to a discount provider like Mint Mobile.</li>
</ul>
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Don’t Let Taxes Terrify You w/ Hannah Cole #1064

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