Sole Proprietor vs. LLC: How It Affects Your Schedule C
How sole proprietorships and single-member LLCs are taxed, why both usually file Schedule C, and when an S-corp election can lower self-employment tax.
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Standard Mileage vs. Actual Expenses: Which Vehicle Deduction Wins?
The two ways to deduct business vehicle use on Schedule C — the standard mileage rate vs. actual expenses — and how to choose the one that saves you more.
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Quarterly Estimated Taxes for the Self-Employed: A Plain Guide
Who has to pay quarterly estimated taxes, when they're due, how to estimate the amount, and how to avoid IRS underpayment penalties.
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