3 deductions contractors miss most
Mileage, tools, and home office — the three write-offs that quietly save contractors the most money. Here's how to claim them right.
3 min read
Resources
Tax deadlines & plain-language help
Key federal and Utah tax dates, plus short articles written for the way small businesses actually work.
2026 tax deadline calendar
- Jan15
Q4 2025 estimated tax due
Self-employed & S-corps
- Jan31
1099-NEC & W-2 to recipients
Businesses with contractors or employees
- Mar16
S-corp & partnership returns due
S-corps and partnerships
- Apr15
Personal & C-corp returns due
Individuals and C-corps
- Apr30
Q1 2026 estimated tax due
Self-employed & S-corps
- Jun15
Q2 2026 estimated tax due
Self-employed & S-corps
- Sep15
Q3 2026 estimated tax due
Self-employed & S-corps
Dates are general federal deadlines. Utah-specific dates may differ. We'll remind you of yours in your client portal.
Short reads
Sales tax for online sellers, simply explained
If you sell on Shopify or Etsy, you may owe sales tax in states you've never visited. Here's how to know where you owe and how to stay compliant.
4 min read
What to do before you hire your first employee
Payroll, workers' comp, new-hire reporting — a plain checklist for Utah small businesses bringing on their first person.
5 min read