EP36 - How Do Creatives Save on Taxes? The One-Page Plan You'll Love!

Most creatives file their taxes without a plan, which is why they end up stressed, surprised by their tax bill, or overpaying because they missed key opportunities. The problem isn't that tax planning is complicated—it's that most entrepreneurs don't have a simple system to stay on track all year long. That's where the one-page plan comes in.In this episode, Anastasia and Myiesha walk you through how to build a simple, actionable one-page tax plan that covers everything you need: quarterly estimated payment dates, your projected tax liability, savings goals for retirement, payroll schedules if you're an S-Corp, and the strategic moves you need to make throughout the year. You'll learn why setting your intention at the start of the year is the most powerful financial decision you can make, how to budget when your income fluctuates wildly, and why your tax return should be a summary of work you've already done—not a last-minute scramble. Whether you juggle multiple income streams or struggle with knowing how much to set aside, this episode gives you the roadmap to take control of your finances so you're never caught off guard again.⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to Tax Planning for Creatives00:35 Meet Your Hosts: Maisha and Anastasia00:52 Creating an Annual Forecast01:10 Understanding the One Page Plan01:52 Key Components of the Plan03:31 Tax Strategies and Obligations08:21 Handling Multiple Income Streams12:43 Budgeting for Fluctuating Income15:07 Setting Goals and Intentions18:26 The Importance of Regular Check-ins19:37 Conclusion and Contact InformationWhy subscribe? Every week, Let's Get Fiscal shares tax strategies and business finance advice that actually work for real entrepreneurs—not corporate-speak you can't use. You'll get specific, actionable tactics, real client scenarios, and answers to the money questions keeping you up at night. The goal is simple: make business finances less intimidating and more profitable.🔗 Listen everywhere:Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-get-fiscal/id1831050448](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-get-fiscal/id1831050448)Spotify: [https://open.spotify.com/show/08AjRNfqQJBdG1vPazii4Q?si=fb0379d3bef94f11](https://open.spotify.com/show/08AjRNfqQJBdG1vPazii4Q?si=fb0379d3bef94f11)Watch on YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetfiscalpodcast](https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetfiscalpodcast)📊 Helpful resources:Got a question for the show? Submit it here: [https://www.coterietax.com/qa](https://www.coterietax.com/qa)Want to listen to more episodes? Start here: [https://www.coterietax.com/podcast](https://www.coterietax.com/podcast)Need personalized help with your business finances? Visit: [https://www.coterietax.com](https://www.coterietax.com)What's your biggest tax or money question right now? Drop it in the comments below—Anastasia and Myiesha read every comment and love helping with real-world situations.#TaxPlanning #CreativeBusiness #SmallBusinessTaxes #QuarterlyTaxes #TaxStrategy #EntrepreneurFinances #BusinessBudgeting #SelfEmployedTaxes #SCorpTaxes #FreelancerTaxes #OnePagePlan #LetsGetFiscal