Taxes for Authors with Brass Taxes
Join us for an essential session with Rus Garofalo, founder of Brass Taxes, as he demystifies taxes for authors in the gig economy. With years of experience serving creative professionals, Rus brings a refreshingly human approach to navigating the complexities of self-employed taxes.
In this session, you'll learn:
- The key differences between W2 and 1099 income, and how to strategically manage both
- Smart practices for tracking business expenses throughout the year (without driving yourself crazy)
- Understanding self employed taxes - and how to estimate what you'll owe
- How to think about business expenses as an author, including what constitutes "ordinary and necessary"
- Guidelines about LLCs and S-Corps - when they're worth considering and when they're unnecessary complexity
Rus specializes in helping creative professionals understand their taxes without shame or judgment. He'll share practical strategies for managing your author income while avoiding both unnecessary stress and unnecessary risk. Whether you're earning primarily through traditional publishing, self-publishing, or a mix of writing income streams, you'll come away with actionable insights for making tax season less daunting.
This session is perfect for authors at any career stage who want to feel more confident managing their writing income and business expenses. Come ready with questions – Rus is known for his straightforward, practical advice that acknowledges the unique realities of creative careers.