Notes from the Practice

Plain-English writing
from a working tax practice.

The questions our clients actually ask us, answered in the office and written down for everybody else.

Self-Employed·6 min read

5 Deductions NYC Freelancers Miss Every Single Year

Most freelancers in New York overpay their taxes — not because they cheat themselves, but because nobody told them what counted.

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IRS Notices·5 min read

Got a CP2000 in the Mail? Read This Before Panicking

An IRS CP2000 notice isn't an audit. It's a math disagreement. Here's exactly what to do and what not to do.

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Business Tax·7 min read

LLC vs. S-Corp for Restaurant Owners: A Plain-English Comparison

Choosing the wrong entity costs restaurant owners thousands every year. The good news: switching isn't as hard as you think.

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