• How Do I File Self-Employment Taxes for the First Time?

    How Do I File Self-Employment Taxes for the First Time?

    The simple answer: To file self-employment taxes for the first time, you usually report your business income and expenses on Schedule C, calculate self-employment tax on Schedule SE, and file everything with your personal Form 1040. The exact forms can vary based on your business structure, income, state,…

  • How to Grill Burgers: Do’s, Don’ts & Three Egg-Free Favorites

    How to Grill Burgers: Do’s, Don’ts & Three Egg-Free Favorites

    Grilling burgers doesn’t have to be complicated—and it definitely doesn’t require eggs, breadcrumbs, or mystery binders. With the right technique and thoughtful seasoning, you can make juicy, flavorful burgers that actually feel good to eat. Below are my go-to burger grilling tips followed by three egg-free burger recipes…

  • Easy & Delicious Crepe Recipe: Gluten & Egg Free

    Easy & Delicious Crepe Recipe: Gluten & Egg Free

    Gluten-Free, Egg-Free, and Still Delicious There are some foods that just stay with you. For me, crepes are one of them. I remember my mom making them on the weekends — simple ingredients, a warm kitchen, and stacks of soft, delicate crepes filled with berries and whipped cream.…

  • When and How to Create 1099s for Contractors

    When and How to Create 1099s for Contractors

    A Simple Way to Know What Your Business Is Required to Do Here’s the part most business owners don’t hear up front: If you pay vendors by credit card or payment processor, you usually don’t need to worry about 1099s at all. 1099 rules depend on three things,…

  • Getting Ready for Cinco de Mayo: Food, Fun, and the Real Meaning Behind the Celebration

    As we head into May, you’ll start seeing tacos, margaritas, and festive decorations everywhere. But before we jump into the food (which we absolutely will!), let’s take a moment to answer an important question: 🇲🇽 What Is Cinco de Mayo, Really? Cinco de Mayo literally means “Fifth of…