State by state guides for setting up and maintaining your Business-of-One.
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Popular Guides
How to Start an S Corp in New York
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Guide to Self-Employed Hairstylist Taxes
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Owner’s Draw vs. Salary: Paying Yourself as a Business Owner
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Texas S Corp: What You Need to Know
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1099-NEC Guide for LLC Owners
S Corp in Florida: Is It the Right Choice for Your Business?
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The Ultimate Guide to Naming an LLC in California
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When to Hire a CPA
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What is an LLC?
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What is Accounting?
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What is an EIN Number?
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What S Corp Owners Need to Know About the QBI Deduction
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Guide to Tax Deductions for Real Estate Agents
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Guide to Small Business Expense Tracking
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How to Start an LLC in Maryland:
A Step-by-Step Guide
A Step-by-Step Guide
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How to Start an LLC in Colorado: A Step-by-Step Guide
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How to Start an LLC in Washington State: A Step-by-Step Guide
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How to Start an LLC in Oregon: A Step-by-Step Guide
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How to Start an LLC in New Jersey: A Step-by-Step Guide
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How to Start an LLC in Texas: A Step-by-Step Guide
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Starting an LLC
What is an LLC?
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How to Start an LLC in Maryland:
A Step-by-Step Guide
A Step-by-Step Guide
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How to Start an LLC in Colorado: A Step-by-Step Guide
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How to Start an LLC in Washington State: A Step-by-Step Guide
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How to Start an LLC in Oregon: A Step-by-Step Guide
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Starting an S Corp
What Impact Will an S Corp Have on Your Future Social Security Benefits?
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How to Run Payroll for an S Corp
Here’s How Starting an S Corp Leveled Up My Online Business
Self-Employed Retirement Plans: Which is the Best for You?
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LLC vs S Corp: The Difference and Tax Benefits
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When is the best time to switch to an S Corp?
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Can you afford to be an S Corp?
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Why are you still a sole proprietor? It’s time to switch
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Washington State Business License: What You Need to Know
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Utah Business License: What You Need to Know
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How to Get a Business License in Florida: A Step-by-Step Guide
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S Corp Tax Treatment in California – Guide for Freelancers
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Texas Business License: What You Need to Know
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The Best Payroll Provider for Freelancers
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Level Up Your Freelance Finances with These Expert Tips
Freelancer’s Guide to Getting a Business License for LLCs & S Corps in California
Started an LLC? These Are the Most Important Things to Do First
Six Pro Tips for Freelancers to Save Big on Taxes
How an S Corp Could Save You $5,000 (or more) on Your Freelance Taxes
How to Pay Yourself When You’re a Freelancer
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California Guides
The Complete Guide to LLC Costs in California
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S Corp Tax Treatment in California – Guide for Freelancers
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Freelancer’s Guide to Getting a Business License for LLCs & S Corps in California
The Ultimate Guide to Starting a Business In California
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Guide to Single Member LLC Post Entity Formation Setup in California
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A Complete Guide to Disregarded Entities in California
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Sole Proprietorships vs. Single Member LLCs in California
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Business License California: What you Need to Know
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California LLC Tax Rate – Freelancers Guide
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Freelancers Guide to LLCs in California – What You Need to Know
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The Ultimate Guide to Naming an LLC in California
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Tax savings for the self-employed
We help our clients save an average of $16,845* every year and stop worrying about the bookkeeping and tax side of running their business
Get Started with Collective* Based on the average 2020 tax savings of active Collective users with an S Corp tax election for the 2020 tax year