Andi Smiles

About Andi Smiles

Andi Smiles, small business financial consultant and coach, teaches rad business owners to take control of their finances so they can step into their personal power.

She’s helped hundreds of self-employed folx organize and understand their business finances, while also uncovering their emotional relationship with money. Andi’s core belief is that when business owners are engaged with their finances, their personal awareness around money deepens, creating more sustainable and authentic businesses. She loves helping business owners connect with and feel good about their finances- no matter how many dollars are in their bank account.

COVID-19 Relief Resources for Self-Employed Business Owners

We’ve put together a list of resources for self-employed business owners affected by COVID-19. Learn what loans, grants, and other government programs you may be eligible for. Business Loans 8 Loans Options for Small Business Owners During the Coronavirus Outbreak: The Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loan may be getting all the glory, […]

8 Grant Options for Freelancers During the Coronavirus Outbreak

Since the coronavirus outbreak shook (and closed down) the world last month, many freelancers have struggled to maintain their businesses and pay rent on time. And while the recent stimulus act has increased the number of loan options available for small businesses, there’s been less media attention on COVID-19 grants that are available for freelancers. […]

5 Self-Employed Tax Mistakes that Cost You Big Time

Raise your hand if you’d rather host a luncheon with Pennywise the clown than deal with your self-employed taxes. *All freelancers raise hands* Not only are taxes super stressful, but they’re also way more terrifying than a sketchy clown hanging out inside of a sewer. With taxes, you don’t know what you don’t know, which […]

What You Need to Know About the 2020 Tax Deadline Extension

They say the only two things certain in life are death and taxes. Amid the coronavirus pandemic, taxes are still a certainty—but with a slight delay. On March 20, 2020, the Secretary of the Treasury announced a major change to the tax deadlines. Taxpayers can now file and submit payments for their 2019 taxes without […]

Everything Freelancers Need to Know about AB5

The first time I heard of AB5, I thought it was a fresh new droid from Star Wars. C-3PO, R2-D2, BB8, and AB5. Sounds like an intergalactic dream team, doesn’t it? AB5 might seem like it’s from a galaxy far far away, but it’s actually from somewhere much closer: California. And it has nothing to […]

The Complete Guide to AB5 for Small Businesses

If you’re a California based business who hires contractors then AB5 probably has you shook. It could mean a major change to who and how you hire help and put you at risk of losing your number one girl friday. Or maybe you live outside of California but your fav freelancer resides in the Golden […]