If taxes make you want to close your laptop and pretend your bank account doesn’t exist… this episode is for you .

In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Tommy from Prime to break down all things taxes for UGC creators, freelancers, and content creators in a way that actually makes sense. We’re talking LLCs, write-offs, travel deductions, gifted collaborations, how much money you should actually be setting aside for taxes, and the biggest mistakes creators make that end up costing them thousands.

Whether you’re a brand new UGC creator or already making consistent income online, this episode will help you feel way more confident going into tax season and managing your money as a self-employed creator.

In this episode, we cover:

• The biggest tax mistakes UGC creators make
• When to form an LLC as a content creator
• How to track expenses as a freelancer
• Tax tips for content creators and influencers
• Common tax deductions for UGC creators
• How travel write-offs actually work
• What counts as a business expense
• Taxes on gifted collaborations and PR packages
• How to handle PayPal, Venmo, and multiple income streams
• Why brands ask creators for W-9s
• How much money to set aside for taxes as a freelancer
• Business credit cards, points, and using credit strategically
• Tax strategies creators can use to save money

Resources Mentioned:

• Keeper Tax
• QuickBooks
• Xero
• Prime Corporate Services

Connect with Tommy + Prime:

Find them on Instagram at Prime Corporate Services for more tax tips for freelancers, business setup help, and creator finance resources.

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