3 Tips for Freelancers to Build an Emergency Savings Fund
Despite all the advantages that often come with being a freelancer, there are a few months during the year where…
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4 Tax Tips for First-Time Freelancers
Many people these days are switching to a new model of work. Instead of being on the payroll as a…
12 Tax Tips for When You Sell Your Home
As a homeowner, it's important to understand how your taxes are impacted if you sell your home. Before you pack…
4 Important Things to Know About Form 1099
At the beginning of each New Year, you should begin receiving a host of informational tax statements from various institutions.…
Tax Responsibilities for Airbnb Hosts
If you’ve ever thought about using Airbnb or other short-term rental sites to make a little extra money, you’ve probably…
What I Wish I Knew About Taxes for Freelancers When I Started
I write about money for a living. You would think that fact alone would protect me against some, if not…
How to Manage Taxes with a Full-Time Job and a Side Gig
The first year I started a side gig in addition to my day job, I had no clue about quarterly…
How to Get Health Insurance as a Freelancer
One of your biggest expenses as a freelancer — after income and other taxes — might be health care coverage…
What The Self-Employed Should Know About Filing Taxes
Updated for tax year 2017 Whether you call yourself a freelancer, a solopreneur, independent contractor, part of the gig economy,…
Education Tax Benefits: Can They Help You Pay for College?
Many people know if they pay tuition, they may qualify for tax benefits when they file their tax returns the…
It’s Taxable: Report Your Tip Money as Income
Updated for tax year 2017 If you work at a job where you normally receive tips, you understand how that…
9 Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding Day
Weddings are known as a once in a lifetime event. But, while choosing the perfect venue and finding a beautiful gown…