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Why "Tax Hacks" Don't Work For Creatives (& What to Do Instead) with Hannah Cole
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- Mitlin Money Mindset
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- Feb 18, 2026
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Summary
Self-employed or running a creative business? You're not alone if tax season turns into a last-minute scramble to find help from someone who understands that your income doesn't look like a normal paycheck. Artist turned tax expert Hannah Cole takes the fear out of taxes and explains the basics in a clear, approachable way. You'll learn what to do throughout the year to make tax season easier, how much to save for self-employment tax, and get tips for making the transition from side hustle to full-time business. Topics discussed: Introduction (00:00) What inspired Hannah to become a tax expert (01:44) Why creatives feel unseen by accountants (04:51) Tax tips for the self-employed (06:05) How to filter out bad advice and choose the right professional (08:53) Tax Day financial check-up (11:16) Key numbers to review on your tax return (13:00) How to estimate your quarterly taxes (15:19) Hannah's book, Taxes for Humans , and more resources (16:16) Transitioning from side hustle to full-time business (17:41) What brought you JOY today? (21:14) If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors : https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/ Resources: Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents : https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist : https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to…