Instructor: Brian Utting, LMT; NCBTMB #451040-09
Recent federal tax legislation and the last few years of economic disruptions have affected us all— and will also affect our 2024 tax returns. As a self-employed massage therapist, about 10-20% of your net income will go to taxes, including federal income tax, social security, medicare, and state and local taxes. This is often a small business person's largest single expense, and it behooves us to know how to skillfully manage this expense.
This class will be live and in-person, not a webinar. In class we will focus on how to "think Schedule C" and legally maximize our allowable business deductions. We will also cover form 1040, tax planning, tax estimating, avoiding audits, the pros and cons of various tax software programs, and the legalities of hiring contractors or employees.
Besides being packed with useful information, this class is fun, entertaining, and full of tips on how to legally save money on your taxes--you will easily recover your tuition in tax savings. You will also receive more individual attention than in a typical tax seminar due to the smaller size of the class. A special treat for this class: Josie Parkhurst, CPA and LMT, will join us for the entire day to answer any questions, including the implications of the recent tax laws.
What participants have said about this class:
- "This was a fantastic class with tons of valuable information." -- Dawn G.
- "The whole class was really jam-packed with significant legal information, interesting general knowledge, and great insights and ideas for legal tax deductions." -- Maureen D.
- "My brain wants to shut down when presented with this type of stuff, but this was extremely helpful and educational." - Jet M.
- "I dreaded coming today because of the 'dry' content, but it was fun and informative. All my questions were answered and I learned a bunch of new things that I had no clue about." - Verena G.
- "Contrary to the subject matter, this was actually a very informative and interesting class. Brian kept it fun and I walked away from the class with more information than I thought I would. I'm very glad I took it." -- Runi J.
- "After taking your tax class last year and following your recommendations, I received a sizable tax return. Tracking mileage, saving and tracking all my receipts (and knowing which receipts to save), and paying my quarterlies were among the key lessons. After seeing all my LMP friends end up with huge tax bills, I was shooting for the safest route possible, and it absolutely paid off! Thank you for offering such a comprehensive class." -- Angela Mae W.
- "I dreaded coming today because of the 'dry' content, but it was fun and informative. All my questions were answered and I learned a bunch of new things that I had no clue about." - Verena G.
- "Thank you! I really appreciated the sensible and practical suggestions to make the less-enjoyable aspects of self-employment much easier! Seriously!" - Brynn K.
Reviewers Discount: If you have taken this class previously through the Therapeutic Training Center, you may review it at a $48 discount on tuition. The reviewer's price for this class is $112. If you are eligible for the reviewer's discount, please call 206.853.6875 to register or register by mail as the website only offers classes at the regular price.
Teacher Masking Policy: Masking is optional in this class, each person can choose to wear a mask, or not. For our masking policy and how to prepare for class, please click HERE.
What to Bring: Something to write with. Should you choose to wear a mask, you may wear whichever style you want to wear.
Travel Recommendation: If you are traveling by plane, train or long-distance bus to attend class, please click HERE to read our recommendations for traveling and attending class.
Class Date: January 25, 2025
Class Time: Saturday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Location: Seattle Location 2 -- Staybridge Suites (please click on the location link for details)
Cost: $160
Cost/Hour: $20/hr
CE Hours: 8
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