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THIS WEEK'S TAX TIP
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Weekly Tax Tip #1: The 1099 Threshold Is Now $2,000
Paid contractors this year? The 1099 threshold rose from $600 to $2,000 for 2026 payments.
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FREE CHECKLIST
12 Biggest Tax Write-offs
for Small Businesses
Check off what you already track and spot the deductions you might be missing.
FREE CHECKLIST
Ultimate Business Launch Checklist
for new business owners
Every step from business plan and startup budget to registration, licenses and bank accounts.
FREE GUIDE
5 Must-Have Tax Saving Strategies
for Freelancers
Entity choice, clean books, separate banking and retirement savings, made simple.
FREE DECISION TREE
Who Gets a 1099? (2026)
for anyone who pays contractors
One yes-or-no question at a time, updated for the new $2,000 threshold.
FREE GUIDE
8 Biggest Financial Mistakes
Small Businesses Make
What to watch for and how to fix it before it hurts your bottom line.
FREE GUIDE
8 Ways to Create More Financial Strength
for Your Business
The habits that build profit, cash flow and stability.
From the RJJ blog
What to Look for in Your Q4 Financial Reports
Revenue, expenses, profit, cash flow and your balance sheet: five things to review before year-end.
Weekly Tax Tip #1: The 1099 Threshold Is Now $2,000
Paid contractors this year? The 1099 threshold rose from $600 to $2,000 for 2026 payments.
Cash Flow Tips for Business Owners During the Holiday Season
Seven ways to plan for bonuses, inventory and slower weeks so the holidays don’t drain your account.
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