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I Had My Best Month Ever… So Why Am I Stressed About Taxes?

Diane Kennedy, CPA: Jul 8, 2026

A record freelance income month can feel exciting and stressful at the same time. The real issue usually is not taxes themselves, but the lack of a system...

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7 Ways to Beat the Average 401k Employer Match (Even Without an Employer)

Alex Zelaya: May 13, 2026

Solo business owners can contribute 20% or more of their compensation to retirement by leveraging both employee deferrals and employer profit-sharing...

5 min read

7 Small Business Automations That Actually Work for Solopreneurs

Natalia Budyldina: Jul 7, 2026

Strategic automation of financial workflows can help solopreneurs reclaim over 10 hours each month while unlocking significant annual tax savings. By...

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How to Calculate Adjusted Gross Income for Freelancers

Diane Kennedy, CPA: Jul 16, 2026

Learning how to calculate adjusted gross income is essential for freelancers who want to lower their tax bill and unlock valuable credits. AGI is your...

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5 min read

What Is FUTA and Why Does It Matter for S Corp Owners?

Natalia Budyldina: Jul 29, 2026

What is FUTA? It's a federal unemployment tax that S Corp owners pay on wages, typically costing a maximum of $42 per employee annually. Once you're...

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Your tax return holds the keys to next year's financial success. Here's how to use them

Lettuce: May 6, 2026

Ryan Page of Backpocket CPA on financial signals in your filed tax return for solos who want next year to be a breeze. Welcome back to The Wedge, the...

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S Corp in California: Salary, Distributions, and the Real Math Behind the Savings

Alex Zelaya: Jul 21, 2026

An S Corp in California can save solopreneurs thousands annually once profits consistently hit the right threshold. By splitting income into salary and...

Three types of self-employed people in one room but different desks

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Best Career Ideas For Self Employment In 2026

Natalia Budyldina: Aug 4, 2026

In 2026, experienced professionals will have more solo career options than ever. From seasoned executives to creative specialists, the shift toward...

4 min read

Is An Independent Contractor Self Employed – Get Answers

Natalia Budyldina: Jul 20, 2026

If you’re freelancing, consulting, or juggling 1099 gigs, you’ve probably asked yourself: Is an independent contractor self-employed? Understanding what...

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Sole Proprietor Vs Self Employed – Building an Independent Life

Natalia Budyldina: Jul 27, 2026

Table of Contents If you’ve started freelancing or consulting on the side, you are technically self-employed, even if you haven’t filed any paperwork....

Three-panel image showing solopreneurs working from home, including a photographer adjusting a camera, a woman using a laptop at a kitchen table, and a professional in a video call at a desk.

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Solopreneur Vs Entrepreneur Vs Self Employed Explained

Natalia Budyldina: Jul 14, 2026

Many professionals use the terms solopreneur, entrepreneur, and self-employed interchangeably, but they’re not the same. Each reflects a different...

4 min read

5 Expert Strategies for Solopreneurs to Keep Cash Flow Healthy

Lettuce: May 10, 2026

Struggling with cash flow is one of the biggest challenges solopreneurs and businesses-of-one face. When money gets tight, it can feel overwhelming, but...

Woman reviewing financial data on a laptop at a home office desk with paperwork.

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12 Common Audit Red Flags Self Employed Taxpayers Miss

Natalia Budyldina: Aug 6, 2026

Freelancing on the side or full-time means taking charge of your taxes, and small mistakes can lead to big problems if they raise red flags with the IRS....

Woman working in a coffee shop, writing notes while reviewing health benefit options displayed on a laptop

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Self Employed FSA – Understanding the Ins, Outs & Alternatives

Natalia Budyldina: Jul 23, 2026

You’ve picked up some freelance gigs or started full-time consulting. Can you still open an FSA to save on healthcare expenses? For most self-employed...

4 min read

Workers Compensation Self Employed - Better Safe Than Sorry

Natalia Budyldina: Jul 30, 2026

If you’re self-employed, you may assume workers’ comp doesn’t apply to you. But that depends on how your business is structured and whether others rely on...

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Resources

I Had My Best Month Ever… So Why Am I Stressed About Taxes?

7 Ways to Beat the Average 401k Employer Match (Even Without an Employer)

7 Small Business Automations That Actually Work for Solopreneurs

How to Calculate Adjusted Gross Income for Freelancers

What Is FUTA and Why Does It Matter for S Corp Owners?

Your tax return holds the keys to next year's financial success. Here's how to use them

S Corp in California: Salary, Distributions, and the Real Math Behind the Savings

Best Career Ideas For Self Employment In 2026

Is An Independent Contractor Self Employed – Get Answers

Sole Proprietor Vs Self Employed – Building an Independent Life

Solopreneur Vs Entrepreneur Vs Self Employed Explained

5 Expert Strategies for Solopreneurs to Keep Cash Flow Healthy

12 Common Audit Red Flags Self Employed Taxpayers Miss

Self Employed FSA – Understanding the Ins, Outs & Alternatives

Workers Compensation Self Employed - Better Safe Than Sorry

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