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One wrong click could cost you money on your taxes

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One wrong click could cost you money on your taxes

Small mistakes on your return can mean missed deductions, so work with someone who knows what's deductible.

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Is it deductible? Quick-fire tax write-off answers

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Is it deductible? Quick-fire tax write-off answers

Business meals, podcast gear, and even a conference cruise can be deductible if they meet IRS business-purpose rules.

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Why amended tax returns shouldn't cost as much as a new one

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Why amended tax returns shouldn't cost as much as a new one

Simple corrections take about 15 minutes, so ask what the refund is worth before paying for a full amended return.

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A year of weekly tax Q&A with me

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A year of weekly tax Q&A with me

Invitation to join a year-long program with weekly tax question sessions.

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Rental property deductions your tax preparer might miss

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Rental property deductions your tax preparer might miss

Mileage, meals, and other rental expenses are deductible even without perfect documentation.

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Will IRS layoffs delay my tax refund

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Will IRS layoffs delay my tax refund

Refunds are still coming on schedule despite IRS staffing cuts, so don't panic.

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Why ignoring your 1099 is a bad idea

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Why ignoring your 1099 is a bad idea

If you're self-employed with a 1099, report the income but deduct your expenses to reduce what you actually owe.

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Why online tax software fails business owners

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Why online tax software fails business owners

Online tax software misses deductions because it only shows main categories and people skip the 'other' section.

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Are taxes voluntary? Here's what actually happens

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Are taxes voluntary? Here's what actually happens

If you skip filing, the IRS will file for you and add penalties, interest, and collections.

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When the IRS considers your farm a hobby

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When the IRS considers your farm a hobby

If farm expenses far exceed income from eggs or hay sales, the IRS may classify it as a hobby and disallow deductions.

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How college students can build wealth with house hacking

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How college students can build wealth with house hacking

Buy a fixer-upper, split costs with roommates, live there two years, then sell tax-free as personal property.

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Tax advice that can get you in trouble

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Tax advice that can get you in trouble

Teaser about common tax advice that may actually cause problems, with invitation to weekly Q&A sessions.

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Selling your personal car doesn't trigger capital gains tax

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Selling your personal car doesn't trigger capital gains tax

Personal property like cars isn't subject to capital gains tax, and in Minnesota you can flip up to five cars per year tax-free.

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You still owe taxes if the company that paid you shuts down

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You still owe taxes if the company that paid you shuts down

Income you already received is taxable even if the business that paid you closes or gets banned.

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Meal expense documentation doesn't need to be complicated

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Meal expense documentation doesn't need to be complicated

Use a credit card to track where you ate and the amount; detailed notes about who you met aren't required.

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You don't need an LLC to be a business

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You don't need an LLC to be a business

You're a sole proprietor the moment you start selling, with or without an LLC.

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How to report Venmo 1099-K income on your taxes

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How to report Venmo 1099-K income on your taxes

Split Venmo 1099 between business income and personal transactions on schedule one.

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Live Q&A announcement for January 5th at 6pm CT

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Live Q&A announcement for January 5th at 6pm CT

Announcement of an upcoming live tax question session on January 5th at 6pm central time.

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When business travel deductions are legitimate vs risky

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When business travel deductions are legitimate vs risky

If your business trip is real and necessary, the deduction is legal; if you're lying about it, you should worry.

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Why you should sit down with your tax preparer

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Why you should sit down with your tax preparer

A farm client saved thousands just by having a conversation about expenses he forgot to claim.

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What services does The Real Tax Guy offer

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What services does The Real Tax Guy offer

Overview of tax strategy, return reviews, and preparation services available.

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You do have to pay taxes, don't fall for that trick

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You do have to pay taxes, don't fall for that trick

The W4 exempt box only stops withholding, it doesn't remove your tax obligation.

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Soft audits vs hard audits and why neither is that scary

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Soft audits vs hard audits and why neither is that scary

Soft audits just ask you to verify info by mail; hard audits review bank statements and expenses, but both are manageable if you told the truth.

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Making $400k tax-free as a college student with real estate

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Making $400k tax-free as a college student with real estate

Brief mention of a tax-free real estate strategy for college students, with an offer to help businesses in all 50 states.

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