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Deduct any props you use during lessons to help students understand concepts.
Computers, extra monitors, webcams, and microphones needed to teach are write-offs.
Part of your actual phone's cost, monthly phone bill, and any accessories you use for work can be written off.
Parking for a meeting downtown, or any other work trip, is tax-deductible!
A toll while driving to or from a work destination is tax-deductible!
If you buy a new car, you can write off part of the cost every year for five years.
Flashlights, tire iron, duct tape, and other tools you may need in your vehicle are deductible.
Car insurance monthly fees, registration, even roadside assistance are partially deductible.
Oil changes, repairs, and regular checkups are all tax-deductible if you drive for work.
Deduct any fees you pay to stay registered as a referee.
Trips to the DMV just got (a bit) more fun: you can write off part of all associated fees.
Gas is expensive! A portion of each fillup is a tax-deductible transportation expense.
If you discuss work with a coworker, mentor, client, or prospective client, it's a write-off!
Planes, trains, and car rentals are all work-related travel costs that can be written off.
When you travel for work, lodging expenses such as hotel rooms or Airbnb are write offs.
When you're traveling for work, all meals are tax-deductible. Even takeout!
A desk, chairs, lamps, and other home office necessities are all tax write-offs.
You can write off up to $2,500 for individual repairs to your property.
Gotta keep the lights on in your home office! A portion of your electricity bill counts.
Whether it's rental or homeowners insurance, you can write off a portion through your home office deduction.
It'd be hard to work in an office without running water, huh? You water bill counts.
Your Comcast bill is a tax write-off. You need internet to do your job!
Whether you pay rent or own your home, a portion of these expenses can be deducted.
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This is your total income for the year minus certain adjustments, such as contributions to retirement accounts, student loan interest, and self-employment taxes. your total income for the year minus certain adjustments, such as contributions to retirement accounts, student loan interest, and self-employment taxes.
The standard deduction is a fixed dollar amount that reduces the income you're taxed on, simplifying the tax filing process. It varies based on your filing status (e.g., single, married filing jointly) and is adjusted annually for inflation.
Itemized business deductions are specific expenses that you can deduct from your 1099 / business income to reduce your taxable income. These can include costs like office supplies, travel expenses, advertising, and professional services, as long as they are ordinary and necessary for your business.
Common deductions include state and local taxes, mortgage interest, charitable contributions, student loan interest, retirement contributions, and educational expenses. This line also includes the Qualified Business Income (QBI) deduction, which allows a 20% deduction on qualified 1099 / business income.
Taxable income is the portion of your income that is subject to federal income tax after accounting for deductions and exemptions. It includes wages, salaries, bonuses, and other forms of income, minus any allowable deductions like the standard deduction or itemized deductions.
The most common tax credits people can claim include the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), Child Tax Credit, American Opportunity Credit, Lifetime Learning Credit, and the Premium Tax Credit. These credits can reduce the amount of tax you owe or increase your refund.
Gross taxes refer to the total amount of tax liability before accounting for any tax credits or payments made throughout the year. It represents the initial calculation of taxes owed based on your taxable income and applicable tax rates.
This refers to the amount of federal and state taxes that are taken out of your paycheck by your employer throughout the year. Keeper assumes a standard withholding by default. If you know your employer's exact withholding, you can input it under "Add advanced info".
Quarterly tax payments are estimated tax payments made four times a year to cover income that isn't subject to withholding, such as 1099 / business income, interest, dividends, and rental income. These payments help you avoid underpayment penalties and ensure you're paying taxes throughout the year as you earn income.
Uncover $700 - $1,350* in business deductions
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Keeper is a tax filing software that connects to your bank to automatically personalize your experience and uncover tax breaks. We help independent contractors, small business owners, and freelancers discover deductions and file taxes.
By linking your accounts, our expense tracking app lets us track and categorize your business expenses as they happen throughout the year — creating a list of business deductions that will save you time and money when you file your taxes. Deductions will automatically be applied to tax returns filed with Keeper.
You can interact with our AI tax assistant via the Ask tab in the app and get help from a tax assistant staff member. Our team of tax professionals and experts is always on standby to assist you with tax-related questions!
You can get started with filing your taxes with Keeper by accessing the File Taxes tab in the Keeper app or logging in at keepertax.com
Keeper has a 7-day free trial so you can get a feel for the product at no-risk.
We currently offer a monthly plan that includes access to all of the features in the app except tax filing for $20/month, or we have an annual plan that offers access to the same great features and includes tax filing at no extra charge for $192/year. If you have more complex tax situations, be sure to ask us about our Premium Plan designed for more hands-on help from a tax expert.
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