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Save Time and Stress with Scanning Apps Featuring OCR: A Must-Have for Freelancers

anaging receipts and tracking expenses is one of the most tedious parts of running a business. Whether you operate a small business, manage a home office, or work independently, keeping financial records organized often falls behind more urgent daily responsibilities. But when tax season arrives—or an audit looms—those scattered receipts and spreadsheets can quickly turn […]

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Does the IRS Require Receipts Under $75? Here’s What You Need to Know

When it comes to taxes and deductions, small business owners, freelancers, and self-employed individuals often walk a fine line between efficiency and compliance. One of the most frequently asked questions during tax preparation is:“Do I need to save receipts for every expense, even the ones under $75?” The short answer is: not always—but you probably […]

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How to Scan Receipts and Digitize Your Financial Records

Contents Managing receipts efficiently is essential for staying organized, tracking expenses, and preparing for tax season. Digitizing receipts not only saves space but also provides a reliable way to store and retrieve important financial records. Whether you’re a small business owner, a frequent traveler, or someone who wants to simplify personal finance, there are multiple […]

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Reducing Tax Time Stress: Strategies for Individuals

  Tax season can be a stressful time for individuals, with the pressure of gathering documents, understanding deductions, and meeting deadlines. However, with the right strategies and tools, you can turn tax time from a source of anxiety into a manageable process. Here, we’ll explore ways to reduce tax time stress and ensure a smooth […]

Make the Most of Your Business Tax Deductions

When running a business, you must spend money to make money. For instance, landscapers need tools and gas, web designers require computers and design software, and contractors must buy materials and pay labor. These expenses help calculate your business profit, which the IRS uses to determine your taxes. Simply put, your profit is the money […]

Managing Your Side Hustle Taxes Like a Pro

These days, more and more American workers are doing, well, just a little more. They’re known as side hustles, and you’re probably reading this because you have one, too. Having a side hustle in addition to your full-time job can certainly add money to your bank account, but side hustle taxes can also add stress […]

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What is a 1099 Form?

If you’ve landed here after Googling “What is a 1099 Form?” because you’ve turned a profit as a small business owner, congratulations! Now begins the slightly less fun, but necessary job of accurately reporting your income for tax purposes. Your income as an independent contractor will most likely be reported using at least one type […]

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The Ultimate Small Business Tax Deductions Worksheet for 2022

If you’re a small business owner, there’s a good chance thinking about taxes stresses you out. You’re not alone. The fear of making a mistake on taxes terrifies many people. A recent Pew Research study showed that the complexity of the federal tax system significantly bothers 47% of Americans. Well, there’s good news: tax preparation […]

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How to File Independent Contractor Taxes 2022

Disclaimer: This blog post is intended to provide generalized information designed to educate a broad segment of the public. It’s not personalized tax, investment, legal, or other business or professional advice. If you have questions, speak with a qualified professional. Every month, employers all over the US withhold taxes from their employees’ paychecks. But for […]

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Free Independent Contractor Expense Spreadsheet

Have you ever struggled to manage your financials as an independent contractor? If the answer is yes, you’re not alone. According to Freelancer Map’s 2021 study, 25% of freelancers consider accounting one of the greatest challenges of self-employment. 21% also said that trying to do their own accounting was one of the biggest beginner mistakes […]

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