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· 4 min read
The Complete Freelancer Tax Guide for 2025
Quarterly payments, self-employment tax, deductions, QBI. The complete freelancer tax playbook — so April never surprises you again.
· 3 min read
Quarterly Estimated Taxes Explained
The IRS wants its money four times a year. Here's exactly how to calculate, file, and avoid the underpayment penalty.
· 2 min read
Self-Employment Tax Explained
SE tax is 15.3% and catches every new freelancer off guard. Here's what it is, how to calculate it, and how to legally reduce it.
· 2 min read
How to Handle W-2 and 1099 Income in the Same Year
Day job + side gig? Here's exactly how the IRS treats your combined W-2 and 1099 income — and why your withholding usually isn't enough.
· 2 min read
How Much Should Freelancers Set Aside for Taxes?
The 25-30% rule is a starting point, not a finish line. Here's exactly how much to actually save based on your income and state.
· 1 min read
The Best Hurdlr Alternative for Freelancers in 2025
Hurdlr is a solid mileage tracker that tacks on tax estimates. If you want tax-first software with AI extraction and W-2 support, here's the alternative.
· 1 min read
The Best QuickBooks Alternative for Freelancers in 2025
QuickBooks is built for businesses with employees and complex bookkeeping. For a freelancer, it's overkill. Here's what to use instead.
· 1 min read
12 Deductions Freelancers Almost Always Miss
Every missed deduction costs you both income tax and SE tax — roughly 30 cents on the dollar. Here are 12 freelancers commonly leave on the table.
· 1 min read
1099 vs W-2 — How Your Taxes Are Completely Different
Going from W-2 to 1099 changes everything about how you pay taxes. Here's a clear side-by-side of what actually changes.
· 2 min read
How to Calculate Your Quarterly Tax Payment as a Freelancer
Step-by-step: take your year-to-date income, project annual tax liability, subtract what's already paid, and divide by remaining quarters.
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