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An ongoing series for solopreneuers, influencers, small business owners, and side hustlers, featuring tips, hacks, and wisdom for turning an idea into a business. Now through the end of March, we're shining a spotlight on money: When to hire a bookkeeper, how to manage taxes, and loads of other financial advice.

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Best tax credits for small business owners filing this year
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The best tax software for freelancers, independent contractors, and gig workers
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The best bookkeeping tools for small businesses
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4 clever finance tips from online creators
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4 savvy finance accounts to follow on TikTok
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These tax deductions for small business owners may surprise you

Deals

a person sits at a desk with paperwork, a pen, calculator, eyeglasses, and a computer Best tax software deals: Score a discount, rack up deductions, and file early
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Get a jumpstart on your taxes with deals on TurboTax, H&R Block, and more tax software
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Udemy's course sale will help you build your side hustle
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How to sell your clothes online, even if you're a total beginner

Features

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hand with paper, calculator and laptop When to hire a bookkeeper, according to experts
A phone screen displaying a light blue IRS logo. Where's my IRS refund: How to check on yours online
person doing their taxes on the floor How to manage quarterly taxes as a solopreneur
A woman does her taxes online. Tax season is here: All the details on IRS Free File

Roundups

a close-up of a woman drawing a picture of a rose with colored pencils on a messy art desk 9 of the best Squarespace templates for artists, painters, photographers, and other creatives
Man holding up a large video camera in a space with bright, colored lights. The 7 best Squarespace templates for video creators, streamers, and filmmakers
a woman typing on a laptop that's next to a notebook and a cup of coffee. she's wearing a yellow sweater, a smartwatch, and a diamond ring The 9 best Squarespace templates for writers, authors, and journalists
a woman writing a post on a squarespace blog The best Squarespace templates for blogs about fashion, food, travel, and more
a woman in a tan polo packs a stack of white t-shirts into a cardboard box. there are four beaded bracelets on her wrist These tax software programs for small business owners make filing (almost) painless
More Self Made
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How AI tools can help you build a business while working full-time
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How AI is revolutionizing time management for entrepreneurs and small business owners
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