Accountant Santa Rosa Guide: Why 1099 Income Can Be Better Than W-2 for Taxes

Accountant Santa Rosa Guide: Why 1099 Income Can Be Better Than W-2 for Taxes

Michael McFarlane
Published on: 25/03/2026

GoVirtualCPA's Michael McFarlane explains why 1099 income often beats W-2 for taxes — covering the QBI deduction, expanded write-offs, retirement benefits, and smart entity structuring for Florida Panhandle self-employed business owners.

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Payroll Santa Rosa Beach: How to Calculate Payroll Taxes for Your Small Business in 2026

Payroll Santa Rosa Beach: How to Calculate Payroll Taxes for Your Small Business in 2026

Michael McFarlane
Published on: 25/03/2026

GoVirtualCPA's Michael McFarlane breaks down how Florida Panhandle small businesses can calculate payroll taxes correctly in 2026 — from gross pay and FICA to FUTA/SUTA — and avoid costly compliance mistakes.

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Florida Sales Tax Filing for Beginners: How to Complete the DR-15

Florida Sales Tax Filing for Beginners: How to Complete the DR-15

Michael McFarlane
Published on: 19/02/2026

Florida's DR-15 confuses more small business owners than it should. Here's a straightforward guide to filing it correctly—without the penalties.

Bookkeeping Freeport
Accountant Santa Rosa: 10 Tax Write-Offs Every Small Business Needs to Know

Accountant Santa Rosa: 10 Tax Write-Offs Every Small Business Needs to Know

Michael McFarlane
Published on: 05/02/2026

Florida Panhandle small businesses miss thousands in tax deductions every year. Here are 10 write-offs you should actually be tracking—and how to do it right.

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