#tax-deadlines
Tax Deadlines
Important tax filing deadlines and compliance dates to remember
Freelance Taxes: The Complete Guide for Independent Workers
A practical walkthrough of how freelance taxes work — covering the 15.3% self-employment tax, 2026 quarterly payment deadlines, Schedule C deductions, QBI deduction, and retirement strategies that reduce your tax bill.
FUTA Tax: The Complete Employer's Guide to Federal Unemployment Tax
A practical employer's guide to FUTA — how the 6% federal unemployment tax works, the SUTA credit that reduces most employers' rate to 0.6%, quarterly deposit thresholds, Form 940 filing deadlines, and credit reduction states for 2026.
1099-NEC vs 1099-MISC: What Every Business Owner Needs to Know
A practical guide to when to use Form 1099-NEC vs 1099-MISC — covering filing thresholds, deadlines, penalties up to $630 per form, and common mistakes like misclassifying employees or double-reporting credit card payments.
Corporate Tax Deadlines: The Complete Guide for 2025
C corporations face a 5% monthly failure-to-file penalty and a $525 minimum for returns over 60 days late — this guide maps every 2025 federal tax deadline, explains penalty mechanics for C corps, S corps, and partnerships, and outlines a year-round compliance system.
Estimated Tax Payments: A Complete Guide for Freelancers and Small Business Owners
Self-employed workers and freelancers who skip quarterly estimated tax payments face IRS underpayment penalties even when they file on time — here's how the pay-as-you-go system works, how to calculate what you owe each quarter, and how the safe harbor rule protects you from guessing wrong.
Form 1040-ES: A Complete Guide to Quarterly Estimated Taxes
A practical guide to Form 1040-ES—who must file, how to calculate quarterly estimated payments, 2026 due dates, the safe harbor rule, and how to avoid IRS underpayment penalties as a freelancer or small business owner.
Form 1099-NEC: The Complete Guide for Businesses and Contractors
Step-by-step guide to Form 1099-NEC — who must file, the $600 threshold (rising to $2,000 in 2026), the January 31 deadline, the penalty schedule ($60–$340 per form), and how to avoid the most common contractor reporting mistakes.
S-Corp Tax Filing Deadlines (2025): A Crisp Guide for Beancount Users
Stay ahead of S-Corp tax filing deadlines in 2025 with this concise guide tailored for Beancount users. Learn the essential dates, filing requirements, and tips for maintaining accurate financial records.
S-Corp Election Deadline (2025): A Crisp Guide for Beancount Users
Understand the critical deadlines for electing S-corp tax status and learn how to manage your records efficiently in Beancount. This guide provides essential insights for small business owners to navigate tax-saving opportunities.
2025 Tax Calendar: The Tax Tool Every U.S. Small-Business Owner Needs
A comprehensive month-by-month guide to the 2025 federal tax deadlines for U.S. small-business owners, helping you avoid penalties, manage cash flow, and stay audit-ready.