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Lettuce: Jun 3, 2026
Learning how to be a 1099 contractor gives you freedom, flexibility, and control over your career. This guide walks you through setting up your business,...
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Alex Zelaya: May 5, 2026
Freelance and contract work both offer independence, but they differ in flexibility, income stability, and business setup. Understanding these differences...
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Diane Kennedy, CPA: May 26, 2026
Reviewed by: Ran Harpaz You can do your own bookkeeping, but accuracy, consistency, and tax readiness matter more than control. Learn when DIY works, when...
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Natalia Budyldina: Apr 30, 2026
Freelancing offers fast entry, flexible income, and a path to real business ownership. The right freelance role can grow from client work into a...
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Lettuce: Feb 10, 2026
Self-employed borrowers don’t need a W-2 to buy a home. With the right documentation, alternative loan programs, and lender-ready financials, solopreneurs...
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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: Feb 8, 2026
Short answer… Yes, an S Corp can own an LLC. While this is a rare situation for the solopreneur, it is possible, and understanding its implications can...
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Lettuce: Mar 24, 2026
Electing S corporation status as a solopreneur carries extra administrative work, compliance complexity, and potential state-level tax limitations that...
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Alex Zelaya: May 14, 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: May 6, 2026
Consulting offers flexibility, autonomy, and strong income potential, but success requires preparation. This guide walks you through what consulting...
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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...
