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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Alex Zelaya: Feb 11, 2026
A partnership tax return (Form 1065) sounds complicated, but most solopreneurs don't actually need to file one. Single-member LLCs report income directly...
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Alex Zelaya: Jan 4, 2026
Getting a Washington business license is straightforward and takes about 30 minutes online. Most freelancers earning over $12,000 need one, but the real...
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Alex Zelaya: Dec 24, 2025
A single-member LLC protects your personal assets while opening the door to serious tax savings. Once your business income reaches around $80,000,...
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Alex Zelaya: Feb 11, 2026
Sole proprietorship taxes mean handling quarterly payments, self-employment tax, and deductions entirely on your own. Most solopreneurs learn through...
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Alex Zelaya: Dec 31, 2025
Florida doesn't issue a single statewide business license. Instead, solopreneurs navigate federal, state, and local requirements, with most needing only a...
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Alex Zelaya: Feb 12, 2026
Arizona doesn't require a universal business license, which means less paperwork than you'd expect. Most solopreneurs need only an LLC and possibly a TPT...
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Alex Zelaya: Feb 13, 2026
Filing Articles of Organization for your LLC separates your business from your personal finances and opens the door to strategies like S Corp election,...
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Alex Zelaya: Dec 31, 2025
Starting a sole proprietorship is simpler than most solopreneurs think because you become one automatically the moment you earn income. The real strategy...
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Alex Zelaya: Dec 31, 2025
Getting your California business license right starts with understanding one key fact: your city issues the main permit, not the state. What you need...
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Alex Zelaya: Feb 11, 2026
How long does it take to get an LLC? It used to mean weeks of paperwork and uncertain state processing times, but modern automation has transformed the...
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Alex Zelaya: Feb 11, 2026
Setting a reasonable salary for your S Corp is essential for maximizing tax savings while staying within IRS guidelines. Paying yourself too much or too...
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Alex Zelaya: Feb 13, 2026
The 2% rule for S Corp owners unlocks powerful tax advantages most solopreneurs miss. As a more-than-2% shareholder, you can turn health insurance...
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Alex Zelaya: Feb 11, 2026
True profitability comes from knowing exactly what you keep after every expense and tax, not just watching revenue or your bank balance. Manual tracking...
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Alex Zelaya: Feb 13, 2026
Combining S Corp status with optimized vehicle deductions can put thousands back in a solopreneur’s pocket, proving that strategic planning is what truly...
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Alex Zelaya: Feb 13, 2026
What is equity in business? It's everything your business owns minus what it owes. Understanding equity helps you make smarter financial decisions and...
