Our client runs a growing Shopify/Etsy store. As sales increased, the prior bookkeeping setup no longer delivered accurate, tax-efficient results.
We performed a fast audit of transactions (sales, marketplace fees, shipping, returns, ads), separated personal and business expenses, reviewed eligible deductions and credits (home office, mileage, §179/bonus depreciation, advertising), and built a schedule for quarterly estimated taxes.
Outcome: a clean, penalty-free return, savings from proper expense classification, and a clear payment plan for the year ahead. The client received a checklist and a simple monthly tracking dashboard.
Online Retail Owner
Tax planning
July 2025
Connecticut, USA
The clients are a married couple, both with W-2 income. The wife also runs a blog and receives 1099-NEC income.
We analyzed total household income, claimed standard deduction, identified eligible business expenses (camera, ads, internet), and separated personal vs. business costs. Adjusted W-2 withholdings and set up estimated taxes for side gig income.
Result: timely filed return, avoided underpayment penalties, received partial refund through credits (Child Tax Credit, Dependent Care Credit).
Married Сouple
Tax planning/ Tax Preparation
March 2025
Virginia, USA
Client recently moved to the U.S. and faced filing their first tax return. Income included 1099-NEC (freelance) and 1099-K (payment platforms).
We explained IRS self-employment rules, calculated taxes including self-employment tax, identified deductible expenses (home office, laptop, software), set up bookkeeping, and prepared the return with Schedule C and SE.
Outcome: error-free filing, avoided penalties, and received a structured plan for quarterly estimated taxes.
Self-Employed, New Resident
Self-employment / 1099 Freelancer
April 2025
Maryland, USA