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As a self-employed tattoo artist, you have the unique opportunity to claim a variety of tax write offs and deductions. These can significantly reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay. Here's a handy guide to help you navigate the world of tax deductions.
1. Advertising
Advertising is a crucial part of growing your tattoo business. This could be anything from social media ads, flyers, or even billboards. The cost of these can be written off on your taxes.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 8.
2. Art-related subscriptions
Keeping up with the latest trends and techniques in the tattoo world is essential. Subscriptions to art magazines, online platforms, or tattoo design software can be deducted.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 27a.
3. Business meals
Did you have a meal with a client to discuss designs? Or perhaps a lunch meeting with a supplier? These business-related meals can be written off.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 24b.
4. Car insurance & registration
If you use your car for business purposes, such as meeting clients or suppliers, you can write off the cost of car insurance and registration.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 15.
5. Car maintenance
Keeping your car in top shape is essential when you're using it for business. The cost of maintenance, including oil changes, tire rotations, and other necessary services, can be written off.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 9.
6. Creative assistance
If you hire someone to help with design work or other creative tasks, you can write off their wages or fees.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 11.
7. Home office furniture
If you have a dedicated space in your home for your tattoo business, you can write off the cost of furniture and other necessary items for that space.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 18.
8. Meals while traveling
Traveling for conventions or to meet clients? You can write off the cost of meals while on these business trips.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 24a.
9. Parking
Those pesky parking fees can add up, especially if you're traveling for business. You can write off these costs.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 27a.
10. Phone, laptop, accessories
As a tattoo artist, you likely use your phone and laptop for business purposes. You can write off the cost of these devices and their accessories.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 27a.
11. Power bill
If you work from home, a portion of your power bill can be written off as a business expense.
Write it off on Form 8829.
12. Property insurance
If you own the property where you do your tattooing, you can write off the cost of property insurance.
Write it off on Form 8829.
13. Property repairs
Keeping your workspace in top shape is essential. You can write off the cost of any necessary repairs.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 21.
14. Social media tools
Tools that help you manage your social media presence, like scheduling apps or design software, can be written off.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 18.
15. Studio space
If you rent a space for your tattoo studio, you can write off the cost of rent.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 20b.
16. Studio supplies
From ink to needles to cleaning supplies, the cost of keeping your studio stocked can be written off.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 27a.
17. Tattoo supplies
Specific tattoo supplies, like stencils, transfer paper, and tattoo machines, can be written off.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 22.
18. Tolls
If you travel for business and encounter toll roads, you can write off these costs.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 27a.
19. Training & licenses
Keeping your skills sharp and your licenses up to date is essential. The cost of training courses and license fees can be written off.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 27a.
20. Transportation
If you travel for business, whether it's to meet clients or attend conventions, you can write off these travel costs.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 24a.
21. Travel lodging
Staying overnight for a business trip? You can write off the cost of your hotel or other lodging.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 24a.
22. Vehicle tool kit
If you need a tool kit for your vehicle for business purposes, you can write off the cost.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 22.
23. Water bill
If you work from home, a portion of your water bill can be written off as a business expense.
Write it off on Form 8829.
24. Website & hosting fees
Having a professional website is crucial for attracting clients. The cost of your website and hosting fees can be written off.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 8.
25. Wi-Fi bill
As a tattoo artist, you likely rely on Wi-Fi for a variety of business tasks. You can write off a portion of your Wi-Fi bill as a business expense.
Write it off on Schedule C, Box 25.
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