<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Vani | CPA Tax Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vani | CPA Tax Coach]]></description><link>https://www.vanicpataxcoach.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:21:37 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.vanicpataxcoach.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[New Business Checklist: Bookkeeping, Tax, and State Compliance Requirements Every Business Owner Should Know]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting a business is exciting, but it comes with real financial responsibilities. This guide walks new business owners through bookkeeping setup, EINs, state tax registration, sales tax, payroll, estimated tax deadlines, and how much to set aside for taxes — so you can start off on solid financial footing.]]></description><link>https://www.vanicpataxcoach.com/post/new-business-checklist-bookkeeping-tax-and-state-compliance-requirements-every-business-owner-sho</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a514139c549c55b35aee17e</guid><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:56:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c788d9_fd72ae9629d44fa5a4dc38e25861f9cc~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_941,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Vani Murthy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is an S Corp Right for Your Business? When the Election Actually Pays Off]]></title><description><![CDATA[An S Corp can be one of the strongest tax-saving structures available to a small business — cutting self-employment tax, boosting retirement contributions, and letting the business pay your health insurance. Here's how to know if it's the right move, and what it actually takes to maintain]]></description><link>https://www.vanicpataxcoach.com/post/is-an-s-corp-right-for-your-business-when-the-election-actually-pays-off</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4da32724d6803bed6b80ba</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:34:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c788d9_7f09f7e1b1934d61a205832fe12b23bd~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Vani Murthy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Reconciling Bank Accounts Every Month Matters]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reconciling your bank statements isn't just another bookkeeping task—it's how you catch errors, prevent costly mistakes, and ensure your financial reports are accurate. One of the most common bookkeeping issues I see is small business owners waiting until tax season to reconcile their bank accounts. By then, missing transactions and bookkeeping errors often require hours of cleanup that could have been avoided with monthly reconciliations. In this article, you'll learn how monthly bank...]]></description><link>https://www.vanicpataxcoach.com/post/why-reconciling-bank-accounts-every-month-matters</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a42ad4dc19ca7d97f2ba3b7</guid><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:55:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c788d9_579d3c071e9a4dd685e59cec6f90ac52~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_941,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Vani Murthy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Filing a Tax Extension Makes Sense When Your Books Aren't Ready (Form 1065 &#38; S-Corp Returns)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Books not ready? Filing a tax extension for your 1065 or S-Corp return is free, common, and won't raise your audit risk. Here's what you need to know.]]></description><link>https://www.vanicpataxcoach.com/post/why-filing-a-tax-extension-makes-sense-when-your-books-aren-t-ready-form-1065-s-corp-returns</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3edf77a79d1da57f739fe5</guid><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:48:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c788d9_3de9663273c74d4ba634c2cc6a97107d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_941,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Vani Murthy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stop Uploading Receipts Into QuickBooks — Read This First]]></title><description><![CDATA[Think uploading every receipt is good bookkeeping? Think again. One of the most common mistakes freelancers and small business owners make is creating duplicate expenses by entering receipts for transactions that are already imported through their bank feed. Learn how to manage receipts the right way, keep your books accurate, and avoid costly cleanup at tax time.]]></description><link>https://www.vanicpataxcoach.com/post/stop-uploading-receipts-into-quickbooks-read-this-first</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a33359238520286278f60c5</guid><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:00:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c788d9_7dce7c0f26ed408db4e1b4328c760dff~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Vani Murthy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Safe Harbor vs. Quarterly Taxes: Which Method Is Better for Freelancers and Independent Contractors?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many freelancers assume they must calculate quarterly taxes perfectly every quarter. The IRS offers another option called the Safe Harbor Rule, which can help self-employed individuals avoid penalties while simplifying tax planning. Learn the key differences between Safe Harbor and Quarterly Estimated Taxes, the pros and cons of each approach, and how to choose the method that best fits your income and cash flow.
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