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Halfway Through 2026. Your Mid-Year Check-in with 5 Questions
A candid, low-pressure mid-year check-in for your solo business. A move or two can still scale the year. Welcome back to The Wedge, the newsletter for...
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A candid, low-pressure mid-year check-in for your solo business. A move or two can still scale the year. Welcome back to The Wedge, the newsletter for...
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The 2026 IRS mileage rate is now 72.5 cents per mile, and for freelancers and self-employed workers, that adds up to real tax savings. This guide covers...
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Choosing between an S Corp vs C Corp comes down to how your business is built and where it's headed. For solopreneurs, the S Corp structure typically wins...
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1099 taxes for real estate agents work better as a system, not a scramble. This article shows you how to set aside and pay taxes as each commission check...
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Real estate agent salary numbers can be deceiving. What you actually take home depends on your sales volume, commission rate, brokerage split, expenses,...
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Real estate agent taxes get easier when you stop treating deductions as the whole game. This guide covers the full picture: your tax status, the quarterly...
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What is Schedule C? It's the IRS form freelancers, consultants, and solopreneurs use to report income and expenses each tax season. Getting it right means...
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Compare to statements What is a 1099-K? It's the gross payment volume your processor reports to the IRS, not your actual taxable income. That number can...
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If you're earning $80,000 as a solopreneur, you're paying 15.3% self-employment tax on every dollar of profit. That's $12,000+ a year, straight to the...
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Real estate agent tax deductions add up fast when you know where to look. Track mileage, home office costs, marketing spend, and professional fees with...
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Starting a private practice takes more than passion; it takes the right setup. From choosing your niche to forming an LLC and opening a business bank...
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S Corp for consultants earning $80K or more can mean real savings, thanks to splitting income between salary and distributions to cut self-employment...
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Content creators can reduce their tax burden by taking advantage of restored 100% bonus depreciation, properly tracking business expenses, and...
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Choosing an incorporation service is about more than low upfront fees. Look for one that automates formation, payroll, bookkeeping, and tax compliance,...
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Knowing when to start an LLC can make all the difference, especially once you're signing major contracts. Beyond protecting your personal assets, an LLC...