U.S. citizens and resident aliens who live abroad are taxed on their worldwide income. But such taxpayers may qualify for the foreign earned income exclusion, which allows certain taxpayers to exclude up to $112,000 (in 2022) of their foreign earnings from income, as well as to exclude or deduct certain foreign housing costs. Note, however, […]
How Will My Side Hustle Affect My Taxes?
It’s the age of the gig economy. It’s not unusual for people to work multiple jobs and have a variety of income streams. Perhaps you spend most of your time working with an employer, but you’ve got a side hustle to generate more income. There’s nothing wrong with working on a side hustle to augment […]
How to Classify Workers: Employee or Contractor?
Every small business begins with just one person or a small team creating a plan and developing a vision. If the company is going to keep growing, however, you eventually need to start expanding your team and invite someone new to join you in your work. Once your company starts to grow, you won’t be […]
Small Business Guide to Licensing
Business licenses are one of the most essential things needed to open a small business. They serve as a way for you to operate your business while adhering to industry standards. Business licenses may involve multiple jurisdictions, but there are some ways to make the process easier. Here’s a small business guide to business licenses. […]
4 Things to Know About the Self-Employment Health Insurance Deduction
If you own a small business or you’re otherwise self-employed, you have to take responsibility for yourself in many different ways. No one else is going to withhold taxes from your salary, so you have to make estimated tax payments for yourself. No company is going to put you on their group health insurance plan, so […]
8 Steps to Better Content Strategy
A well-planned content strategy can assist your business blog goals. It can serve as a roadmap for your marketing and allow you to streamline how you publish your content. Creating a content strategy for your business is essential, but it isn’t always easy. Here’s what you should know about content strategy, its importance, and how […]
What Makes a Good Blog Name?
In the business world today, an online presence is a must. When starting a business blog, the first step is finding a great domain name. Businesses experience plenty of benefits from creating websites, blogs, and social media pages. With so many businesses pursuing the same goals, it’s important to have a name that stands out and […]
Bookkeeping 101: A Crash Course in Record Keeping for Small Businesses
Bookkeeping often confuses many business owners. It is not typically associated with the idea of business operation. However, bookkeeping, recordkeeping, and their intricacies can yield significant benefits for small business owners. Here is what you should know about bookkeeping and recordkeeping, and why you may consider implementing both into your small business. What Is […]
Mileage Tracking Hacks for Rideshare Drivers
It’s not easy making a living in the gig economy. Rideshare drivers work hard for not great pay, so every little bit counts. Uber and Lyft take enough money out of your paycheck that you can’t afford to let taxes take any more. Fortunately, there are many deductions available that rideshare drivers can use to […]
5 Great Things to Know About Rental Income and Taxes
Rental income can be a lucrative industry for landlords. It is a fast-paced industry with many moving parts, such as interviewing potential tenants, managing current tenants, and maintaining property quality. Income tax and deduction for rental properties may not be the first thing on a landlord’s mind, but there are tax benefits that may be […]