Self-Employed & 1099 Tax Planning in Utah
Self-employment tax, quarterly estimates, deductions, and entity strategy, handled so 1099 income does not mean a tax-time surprise.
What you get
Going out on your own is freeing until the first tax bill lands. 1099 income comes with self-employment tax, quarterly estimates, and a stack of deductions most people miss, and no employer withholding to smooth it out.
We help self-employed people and 1099 earners across Utah get ahead of it: right-sized quarterly payments, every deduction you are entitled to, and a clear answer on whether an S-corp would save you money.
What's included
- Self-employment tax planning and quarterly estimates
- Home office, mileage, and equipment deductions done right
- Retirement options that lower taxable income (Solo 401k, SEP-IRA)
- Health insurance and QBI deduction review
- S-corp election analysis once your profit supports it
- Bookkeeping to keep it all clean and claimable
Why it matters
The difference it makes
No April surprises
Quarterly estimates sized right so the bill never blindsides you.
Every deduction
Home office, mileage, equipment, and retirement, captured correctly.
Lower your SE tax
From retirement contributions to an S-corp election when it fits.
Clean, claimable books
Records that actually support the deductions you take.
Transparent, up-front pricing
Planning sessions start at $550, and CPA-level individual preparation starts at $325. We confirm your price before we start.
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