Alex Zelaya

Enrolled Agent (EA) & Founder, Tax and Advisory Firm

Alex Zelaya is an Enrolled Agent (EA) and tax professional based in New York, focused on helping individuals and small businesses navigate tax planning and compliance with clarity and confidence. After working at national CPA firms, he now runs his own tax and advisory practice, emphasizing long-term client relationships and a straightforward, practical approach to the tax process. He earned a B.S. in Accounting from St. John’s University (Queens, NY) and holds the Enrolled Agent credential. His services include tax preparation and planning as well as support such as bookkeeping, payroll, and corporate taxes.

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C Corp Tax Rates In 2026: What Solopreneurs Miss

Alex Zelaya: Sep 26, 2026

C Corp tax rates look appealing at 21%, but for most solopreneurs, that headline misses the real cost: double taxation. An LLC with an S Corp election is...

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Alabama Business License Guide for Solopreneurs

Alex Zelaya: Sep 21, 2026

Getting your Alabama business license sorted isn't one-size-fits-all. It depends on your county, city, and profession, so there's no single catch-all...

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10 Accounting Basics Every Real Estate Agent Needs to Get Right

Alex Zelaya: Sep 21, 2026

Accounting for real estate agents gets easier when you stop chasing deductions and start building a clean system. This guide walks you through separate...

Real estate agent organizing commissions at a kitchen table

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Real Estate Agent Taxes: A Complete Guide for Independent Contractors (2026)

Alex Zelaya: Sep 10, 2026

Real estate agent independent contractors face their biggest tax gap when they treat commissions like a paycheck. This guide shows you how to handle 1099...

Solopreneur reviewing documents with his dog

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How to Get a Nevada Business License Without the Guesswork

Alex Zelaya: Sep 2, 2026

Getting a Nevada business license means navigating three layers: state, local, and industry-specific. Filing them out of order can cost you twice. This...

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How to Get an Alaska Business License (and Why It Matters for S Corps)

Alex Zelaya: Aug 30, 2026

An Alaska business license is the state's permission to operate, and most businesses-of-one need one before earning a dollar. This guide covers the filing...

Female solo business owner holding 1099-NEC form

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What Is a 1099-NEC? The Complete Guide for Freelancers and Solopreneurs

Alex Zelaya: Aug 27, 2026

The 1099-NEC is the IRS form freelancers and solopreneurs receive when a client pays them $2,000 or more for services in a year. It reports nonemployee...

Confident solo consultant reviewing a contract payment notification

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Consulting Fees: How to Set Rates and Keep More of What You Earn

Alex Zelaya: Aug 26, 2026

Your consulting fees should reflect true costs, including self-employment tax, benefits, and overhead, not just your time. Choosing the right pricing...

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Above-the-Line Deductions (for Solopreneurs): 7 Deductions You Can't Afford to Miss

Alex Zelaya: Aug 19, 2026

Above the line deductions for solopreneurs work harder than most write-offs because they lower your adjusted gross income first, which can widen your...

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What Is a C Corp? Why Solopreneurs Should Think Twice

Alex Zelaya: Aug 19, 2026

C corporations are rarely the right fit for solopreneurs. Built for investor-backed companies, they come with double taxation and heavy compliance costs...

Consultant considering her healthcare enrollment options sitting at her laptop

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When Is Open Enrollment for Health Insurance 2026? Key Dates and What Solopreneurs Need to Know

Alex Zelaya: Aug 18, 2026

Marketplace open enrollment for 2026 coverage runs from November 1, 2025, through January 15, 2026, in most states. If you enroll by December 15, your...

A man with short dark hair wearing a brown cardigan and teal shirt talks on a phone while gesturing with one hand, sitting at a wooden desk with a laptop, notebook, glasses, and coffee mug in a bright home office decorated with plants, colorful books on dark teal shelving, and a cozy couch by the window.

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Sole Proprietorship vs S Corp: What's the Difference?

Alex Zelaya: Aug 18, 2026

Sole proprietorship vs S Corp comes down to one thing: keeping more of what you earn. As a sole proprietor, you pay self-employment tax on every dollar of...

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How to File Taxes as a Real Estate Agent: Step-by-Step Guide for 2026

Alex Zelaya: Sep 10, 2026

Learning how to file taxes as a real estate agent starts with picking the right structure, since an S-Corp can save you thousands in self-employment...

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What Is a 1099-R? Your Guide to Retirement Distributions for Solopreneurs

Alex Zelaya: Aug 15, 2026

What is a 1099-R? It's the form that reports distributions from your retirement accounts, and it's personal, not tied to your business, even if you run an...

What is a 1099-K? Learn how it impacts solopreneurs and S-corps, avoid tax mistakes, and get expert tips for accurate filing. Discover more with Lettuce.

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What Is a 1099-K? Everything Solopreneurs Need to Know in 2026

Alex Zelaya: Aug 4, 2026

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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Alex Zelaya

C Corp Tax Rates In 2026: What Solopreneurs Miss

Alabama Business License Guide for Solopreneurs

10 Accounting Basics Every Real Estate Agent Needs to Get Right

Real Estate Agent Taxes: A Complete Guide for Independent Contractors (2026)

How to Get a Nevada Business License Without the Guesswork

How to Get an Alaska Business License (and Why It Matters for S Corps)

What Is a 1099-NEC? The Complete Guide for Freelancers and Solopreneurs

Consulting Fees: How to Set Rates and Keep More of What You Earn

Above-the-Line Deductions (for Solopreneurs): 7 Deductions You Can't Afford to Miss

What Is a C Corp? Why Solopreneurs Should Think Twice

When Is Open Enrollment for Health Insurance 2026? Key Dates and What Solopreneurs Need to Know

Sole Proprietorship vs S Corp: What's the Difference?

How to File Taxes as a Real Estate Agent: Step-by-Step Guide for 2026

What Is a 1099-R? Your Guide to Retirement Distributions for Solopreneurs

What Is a 1099-K? Everything Solopreneurs Need to Know in 2026

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