Write-Offs Most Creators Miss

Are you unknowingly paying more taxes than you should as a content creator? In this episode, I break down the complexities of tax write‑offs that are unique to the creator economy. Conventional tax advice often falls short when your work and life overlap, so I introduce my Five P’s system — purpose, proof, percentage, placement, and pattern — to help you identify legitimate write‑offs without fear of audits. I emphasize clarity over guessing, showing how messy records can lead to overpayment and stress, and I challenge you to stop under‑claiming out of fear and start treating taxes as a manageable part of your business.

In Episode 9 — Quarterly Taxes Made Simple: What Creators Need to Know, I explained how to track profit, set aside the right amounts, and forecast obligations so tax season becomes routine instead of chaos. Building on that foundation, today I show you the write‑offs most creators miss and how the Five P’s system can help you keep more of what you earn with confidence and peace of mind.

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Podcast timestamps:
00:00 Introduction: The Tax Problem for Creators
00:58 Understanding Write-Offs: A Masterclass
06:30 The Five P's of Write-Offs
08:08 Real-Life Examples of Write-Offs
10:42 Common Write-Off Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
13:10 The Seven Buckets of Deductions
17:52 The Silent Killer: Subscriptions
19:02 Internet Advice vs. Audit-Ready Thinking
20:55 Understanding Write-Offs for Creators
21:02 Myth 1: Too Small for Write-Offs
22:50 Myth 2: Write-Offs Cause Audits
24:34 Myth 3: I'll Fix It Later
26:29 Bonus Myth: Receipts Are Enough
28:28 Identifying Your Creator Lane
33:00 Steps to a Workable Decision Process
34:01 Case Studies and Practical Examples
35:22 Handling Split Use Expenses
36:47 Travel Deductions: Purpose and Proof
39:09 Weekly Audit and Overcoming Objections
40:59 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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