Inventory, manufacturing process, business success topics for small DTC manufacturers.
bookkeeping tax
We show you how to complete and file your Schedule C form (1040) using simple step by step instructions.
State taxes can be a quagmire of rules and regulations - we discuss how it works and what you need to be aware of as a handmade seller.
We discuss the considerations around how to select the best bookkeeping software if you are a handmade business.
Not sure what estimated taxes are? This post will explain when they are due and how to calculate from a handmade seller perspective.
Confused about your Annual Income Tax obligations as a handmade seller? This blog post will help!
Wondering if your handmade business is considered a hobby or a business? This article will explain the finer details from a tax perspective.
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was just signed into law by President Trump - what does this mean for small handmade sellers?
If you are sole trader that makes your own products then Quickbooks Self Employed (SE) is most likely not your best option - we discuss why.
How to track your handmade expenses correctly to ensure that you are always in the IRS' good books.
It's a little known fact that most tax payers can file their returns online for free - in this post we guide you through the process to take.
Around the end of January, some handmade sellers will receive a form in the post called the 1099-K. In this post, we explain what this form is about, what you'll need to do with it and what to do if you don't receive one.
Unfortunately, Etsy doesn't currently provide a easy way of obtaining your financial sales information for tax time. We show you an easier way!
As a maker, one of the first things to realise is that you are not just a retailer of your goods - you are also a manufacturer of them. Why does this matter? Well for starters, it changes everything about the way you need to report your end of year revenue and expenses to the IRS.
Why generic bookkeeping packages not built for handmade sellers are typically not the right choice for craft sellers.
We discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each inventory valuation method, showing you the best one to use for your manufacturing business situation.
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