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NFT Sales & Royalties: The Transparency Trap Most Creators Miss
First off, NFTs (non-fungible tokens) are unique digital assets recorded on a blockchain that prove ownership and authenticity of something digital; like art, music,…
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Is the IRS Auditing Freelancers More?
Is the IRS Auditing Freelancers More? Short answer: Yes, but not in the way most people think. If you’re a freelancer, creator, or 1099…
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Earned Income Credit (EIC) for Freelancers: Do You Qualify?
When most freelancers hear Earned Income Credit, they think – “That’s for people with W-2 jobs… not me.” Good news: that’s wrong. If you’re…
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End-of-Year Tax Checklist for Freelancers and Contractors: What to Do Before December 31st
If you’re a freelancer, creator, contractor, or any type of 1099 , the end of the year isn’t just about holiday chaos and client…
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Can You Deduct Clothes? The Truth About Work Boots vs. “Nice Jeans”
When tax season rolls around, many that are self-employed start looking at their closet and wondering: “Can I write any of this off?” Short…
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Can You Deduct Professional Development (Courses, Books, Even Podcasts)?
Short Answer: Yes. You can deduct many professional development expenses; like courses, books, paid podcasts, conferences, workshops, and memberships – IF they directly improve…
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The 25–30% Rule: The Smartest Money Habit Every 1099 Worker Needs Right Now
If you’re a freelancer, creator, consultant, or any flavor of self-employed rebel, here’s a truth bomb no one told you when you joyfully ditched…
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The Rebel Ledger is TaxHakr’s no-BS blog built for creators, hustlers, and 1099 warriors who are tired of tax jargon and IRS scare tactics. Here you’ll find plain-English guides, transparent insights, and rebel-worthy strategies to keep more money in your pocket and flip the script on taxes. Part education, part rebellion—it’s where clarity meets action.
