It’s common knowledge that self employed people must pay income tax like everyone else, but sometimes it can be tricky to know what exactly qualifies as self-employment. The taxpaying community also seems well aware of self employment tax, as well, but again the specifics get a little hazy. Today we’re going to clear the air … Read more
You already know you can get a tax deduction for your student loan and mortgage interest, but what about the interest you pay to your credit card company? As with most things tax-related, the answer isn’t exactly straightforward. In the case of credit card interest and fees, what you can and can’t deduct is based … Read more
If you’re thinking about embracing entrepreneurship and striking out on your own, don’t let the prospect of business taxes make you reconsider. So long as you structure your business as a sole proprietorship or single-member LLC, dealing with the tax consequences is actually quite easy. The hardest part is keeping detailed records of your business … Read more
A side hustle like DoorDash can be a terrific way to make some extra cash. If self-employment is for you, you can also plunge headfirst into the gig economy and become a full-time delivery driver. Either way, it’s important to understand that although working as an independent contractor for DoorDash and other companies offers some … Read more
You became a doctor so you could help people but, honestly, the money doesn’t hurt either — until tax time. As someone who makes a good living, you’re also someone who can acquire a hefty amount of tax liability throughout the year. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to reduce that liability, giving … Read more
