Resources
Plain English tax and business writing from someone who actually files returns.
Articles and tools I'd happily share with a client at a kitchen table. Short, useful, and written for real humans.
2026 Tax Planning Calendar.
Key federal dates for 2026 with plain language notes on what to actually do each quarter.
Articles in progress.
I write these between returns, so they land when they land. Here's the short list.
When does an S corp election actually save you money?
A practical look at the numbers behind the election, with the thresholds I use when I recommend it to clients.
Quarterly estimates for 1099 contractors.
How to stop being shocked by April. The simple rule I share with every new freelancer I take on.
What to keep, what to toss, and for how long.
A short records retention guide for humans who don't want to live in a paper pile.
Short term rentals and depreciation without the hype.
Real strategies for people with an Airbnb or a couple of doors, without the social media snake oil.
Home office rules that don't get you audited.
The sane version of the deduction. What qualifies, what doesn't, and the safe harbor option most people miss.
Hiring your kids the right way.
It can be done, but there are rules. Here's the grown up version of the advice you see on social media.
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