Business Owner’s Tax Playbook (Starter Edition)

You started your business to build something. Not to hand over more than you owe every tax season. The Business Owner’s Tax Playbook: Starter Edition was written for the business owner who is tired of guessing and ready to finally understand how taxes work when you are running the show.

This edition breaks down everything you need to know as a foundation. You will learn the difference between a sole proprietor, LLC, S-Corp, and partnership and what each one means for how your income is taxed. You will discover the core deductions most business owners miss, including advertising, software, phone, professional development, supplies, and more. You will learn exactly what qualifies for the home office and vehicle deductions, how to calculate them, and what documentation protects you. You will understand how quarterly estimated taxes work, when they are due, and the simplest way to set money aside so tax time is never a crisis.

This edition also covers how to separate your business and personal finances correctly, the difference between employees and contractors, your retirement account options as a self-employed owner, and what to bring and ask every time you sit down with a tax professional.

Every chapter is written in plain language with no assumptions about what you already know. If you are in your first few years of business or have been operating without a solid tax foundation, this is your starting point.

Includes a full deduction checklist you can print and bring to every tax appointment.