Apr 15
Tax Q&A for Business Owners: S Corps, LLCs, Write-Offs, and More
Every business owner hits a point where the tax questions start stacking up. Can I deduct this? Should I switch to an S Corp? Is this still a business if I have not made money yet? And what happens if I did something before I had my systems set up the right way?In this episode, M ... Show More
24m 53s
Sep 2024
237: Asking For Bookkeeping Help Whether You Are Starting A Business Or Side Hustle, A Solopreneur, Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Freelancer, Bookkeeper, Virtual Assistant, Owner, Or Self-Employed
<p>Most business owners typically do their own bookkeeping when they first start their business, but a question I often receive is when should I be getting help with my bookkeeping. The help that a business owner can get from a bookkeeper, accountant, CPA, or tax preparer can va ... Show More
19 m
Apr 2025
Shop Formation 101: Entity Types, Tax Traps, and Long-Term Strategy, 458
<p>In this episode of the Machine Shop MBA series, we go beyond vision boards and get into the meat and potatoes of launching your shop legally—with the right entity type and structure to support your short and long-term goals. Whether you're looking to stay solo, bring on partne ... Show More
39m 51s
Aug 2025
325: Time Blocking For Better Bookkeeping Habits Whether You Are Starting A Business Or Side Hustle, A Solopreneur, Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Freelancer, Bookkeeper, Accountant Owner Or Self-Employed
<p>Business owners often struggle to find the time to do the bookkeeping for their business. This is a topic that I see come up often with many of the business owners I work with. I understand how much this can cause issues in your business, especially when you know how importa ... Show More
14m 33s
Mar 2025
287: How To Set Up A Loan In QuickBooks Whether You Are Starting A Business Or Side Hustle, A Solopreneur, Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Freelancer, Bookkeeper, Virtual Assistant, Owner, Or Self-Employed
<p>A common question I receive from clients is how they should be recording their loans in QuickBooks. I often see clients set up their loans the wrong way. They will sometimes appear on a report where they shouldn’t be, which can throw off any tax planning the client is trying ... Show More
14m 53s
Mar 2024
2088: How to Find a Good Tax Preparer by Kelley Long of Financial Finesse on CPA, EA & Tax Planning
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2088: Kelley Long with FinancialFinesse.com shares invaluable insights on choosing the right tax preparer to navigate compl ... Show More
10m 58s
Every year, the IRS updates important tax numbers, that most business owners miss. This leads to missed deductions, poorly timed income decisions, and unnecessary overpayments to the IRS. In this episode, we break down the most important 2026 tax updates business owners need to know, including changes to tax brackets, standard deductions, Social Security w ... Show More
