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Lettuce: Jul 10, 2026
Reviewed by: Mark Rose Self-employed borrowers don’t need a W-2 to buy a home. With the right documentation, alternative loan programs, and lender-ready...
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Alex Zelaya: Jun 9, 2026
Reviewed by: Mark Rose Missing the January 31 deadline for 1099-NEC forms triggers the 1099 late filing penalty, but filing immediately keeps you in the...
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Alex Zelaya: Jun 21, 2026
Reviewed by: Mark Rose The self-employed health insurance deduction lets you write off 100% of your premiums and lower your adjusted gross income. But the...
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Alex Zelaya: Jul 9, 2026
Reviewed by: Ran Harpaz Short answer… Yes, an S Corp can own an LLC. While this is a rare situation for the solopreneur, it is possible, and understanding...
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Lettuce: Jul 7, 2026
Reviewed by: Mark Rose Electing S corporation status as a solopreneur carries extra administrative work, compliance complexity, and potential state-level...
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Alex Zelaya: Jul 13, 2026
Reviewed by: Ran Harpaz Navigating consulting taxes becomes manageable when you plan strategically. Set aside 30–35% of your net income, pay quarterly to...
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Natalia Budyldina: May 30, 2026
Reviewed by: Mark Rose Filing taxes on 1099 income boils down to three straightforward steps: reporting your income, calculating what you owe in...
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Lettuce: Jul 8, 2026
Reviewed by: Mark Rose Consulting offers flexibility, autonomy, and strong income potential, but success requires preparation. This guide walks you...
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Alex Zelaya: Jun 3, 2026
Reviewed by: Mark Rose Reducing taxes on 1099 income means capturing every deductible expense, timing purchases strategically, and considering an S Corp...
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Alex Zelaya: Jun 10, 2026
Reviewed by: Mark Rose Self-employment tax hits freelancers with a 15.3% charge on all net profits, often costing thousands more than W-2 employees pay...
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Natalia Budyldina: Jun 17, 2026
Reviewed by: Alex Zelaya Learn how to launch a profitable consulting business in days using the right structure, pricing, and tax strategies from the...
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Lettuce: Feb 13, 2026
This guide explains why a single-member LLC operating agreement matters in California, what it should include, and how it protects your liability. You’ll...
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Alex Zelaya: May 12, 2026
Reviewed by: Mark Rose A partnership tax return (Form 1065) sounds complicated, but most solopreneurs don't actually need to file one. Single-member LLCs...
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Lettuce: Mar 24, 2026
Go From “Scarcity Mindset” to Strategic Confidence Harlow Co-Founder Samantha Anderl on Overcoming the Emotional and Operational Drains of Solo Work...
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Diane Kennedy, CPA: Jul 8, 2026
Reviewed by: Ran Harpaz The Augusta Rule lets small business owners rent their home to their business for up to 14 days a year, creating a business...
