Estimated Taxes for Freelancers: How Much and When (2026)
Freelancer estimated taxes, explained by a CPA: 2026 and 2027 due dates, safe harbor rules, a worked example, how to pay, Arizona rules and the penalty.
Bookkeeping & Tax Resources
Practical information for business owners.
When Should an LLC Elect S Corp Status? A CPA's Breakdown
When does an S corp election pay off for an LLC? A CPA walks through reasonable salary, real tax math, added costs, Form 2553 deadlines and Arizona rules.
Missed the Oct. 15 Tax Extension Deadline? What to Do
Missed the October 15 extension deadline or still owe? A CPA explains late-filing vs late-payment penalties, interest, relief, payment plans and refunds.
Quit Your Job to Go Self-Employed? What to Do First
Just quit to freelance? A CPA's first steps: your old 401(k) rollover, quarterly taxes, health coverage, bookkeeping and a solo retirement plan.
SEP-IRA vs Solo 401(k) for the Self-Employed (2026)
SEP-IRA or Solo 401(k)? A side-by-side comparison of 2026 limits, Roth options, deadlines, loans, Form 5500-EZ and hiring rules, with real tax math.
Receipts Are Not a Tax Strategy
Travel, meals, mileage, and reimbursements need more than saved receipts. They need a monthly recordkeeping system that supports the tax return.