Tom Smery

Tom Smery is a certified CPA for over a decade. In his free time, he writes articles to pass on his expert knowledge on taxes and accounting. Thomas has a wide range of deep knowledge on 1099 taxes, and finance topics. You can find him fishing when he is not preparing taxes for his clients or writing about accounting.

Taxes

In 2020, Trump wrote off $70,000 of Hairstyling on his taxes for "The Apprentice" ...It stirred huge controversy. It begged the question to be asked, "are haircuts tax deductible?" In this article, we'll answer that.

Taxes

A common question asked by self-employed folks is: are credit card statements sufficient for the IRS? Well, we'll answer the question and let you know what records to keep.

Taxes

If you run a short-term rental business, this guide is the last guide you'll need to know about to file your AirBNB 1099 taxes. We cover everything from quarterly taxes, self-employment taxes, deductions and more.

Taxes

Beware of the 1099-NEC due date to avoid any late fees or penalties. Sure, you could file an extension for your 1099, but you need to file it before the due date. This article will break down the 1099-NEC deadline and the form.

Taxes

You'll want to be on top of the due dates for your independent contractor taxes, or you'll pay a 1099 late filing penalty. In this article, we'll go what it is and how to avoid it.

Taxes

You should always keep the 1099 deadline in mind to avoid any unnecessary fees and penalties. Here's the guide to when you need to file, mistakes or errors you could make and how to easily file your 1099 on time.

Taxes

If you need more time to meet the IRS filing deadline, this article will go over exactly how to request a 1099 extension. We'll tell you what form you'll need to file, how to avoid penalties, and much more.

Tools

Need a tax receipt app? Our guide will review the top 7 and give you our recommendation for the best receipt app. Read our reviews so you can be prepared during tax time.

Taxes

If you are a real estate agent looking to get a hold of your contractor taxes, then this guide is for you. In this article, we'll review the best tax software for real estate agents in 2021.

Taxes

If you are in search for the best expense tracker for small business owners on the market, you are in the right place. In this review, we'll go over the top 6 expense trackers and explore all their different features.

Taxes

If you are a construction worker, you need to prepare for tax season in order to save money. Tax deductions you qualify for can help you reduce your tax burden. Here's our top 11 tax deductions for construction workers...

Taxes

If you received a GrubHub 1099 in the mail, don't worry. This article will walk you through exactly how to file your taxes and maximize your deductions when tax season rolls around (step-by-step).

Taxes

If you are a 1099 driver, you need to stay on top of your self-employment taxes. In this guide, we'll go over all the details about what you need to know to properly file.

Taxes

Do you need to pay quarterly taxes? Well, in this article, we'll break down all the requirements and go over who needs to pay quarterly taxes and when they need to send payments in by.

Taxes

If you are a 1099 construction worker, you'll need to properly file your taxes at the end of the year. In this article, we'll walk you through everything from quarterly taxes, deductions, tax forms you'll receive and more to help you easily file.

Taxes

If you are a 1099 truck driver, you'll need to file your self-employment taxes at the end of the year. In this article, we'll walk you through all the things you'll need to know to properly file your taxes.

Taxes

If you are a freelance photographer, you'll need to know how to file your own taxes. In this article, we'll walk you through (step-by-step) everything you need to know to successfully file and save money on your taxes.

Finding work

If you are a health coach, make a program package today by using our guide. We'll walk you through everything you need to know in order to create the perfect program template.

Tools

Attention consultants. If you are looking for the best accounting software for consultants, try Bonsai. We'll review all the features and reasons why Bonsai is the best accounting platform to use.

Financial Management

In this article, we'll review the top 9 best business checking accounts available to business owners. We'll go over the pros and cons of each bank as well as show you the benefits of opening a business account.

Financial Management

How much does it cost to open a business bank account? Well, there are a lot of fees you need to take into consideration before you decide to open one. In this article, we'll review all the fees and costs associated with opening a new account for your business.

Financial Management

If you are looking for the best bank accounts for your small business, then listen up. We'll review the best business accounts specifically for consultants, agencies and professional service firms

Business structure

If you are looking to close an LLC, here's a step by step guide. We'll show you all the boxes you'll need to check in order to avoid fees, penalties and legal trouble. Follow this article step by step and you'll be fine.

Taxes

Here's a list of the top commonly missed tax deductions self-employed folks can take advantage of. When it comes to taxes, you'll want to save every penny. With these tax deductions, you can maximize your tax savings.