Money Moves for CRNAs

Randy Larkin

Twice a month, get clear, smart tips to help you keep more money, build wealth, and make taxes easier for 1099 CRNAs.

  1. 1099 CRNA Taxes: Same Contract, $30K–$50K Different Result | Ep 23

    1h ago

    1099 CRNA Taxes: Same Contract, $30K–$50K Different Result | Ep 23

    ✅ Get your free 1099 CRNA Tax Readiness Review here: https://crnataxes.kit.com/crna-tax-readiness-review👉 Work With Us: https://CRNAtaxes.com If you are a 1099 CRNA, the same contract does not always create the same tax result. In this episode of Money Moves for CRNAs, we walk through a real example of how two CRNA work arrangements can look identical on paper but create very different tax outcomes. The hourly rate did not change. The contract wording did not change. But the facts changed — and that changed the tax result. This episode explains why income and contract clarity matter, especially for 1099 CRNAs taking travel assignments. Assignment length, location, travel expenses, reimbursements, and multistate work can all affect your after-tax result. Many 1099 CRNAs are not missing these issues because they are careless. They are missing them because they do not know the issues exist. That is why proactive tax planning matters. It should help identify issues early enough to fix them, not just report the results after the year is over. If you are a 1099 CRNA, especially one taking travel assignments, ask better questions before tax season:Is this assignment temporary?Could extending the assignment change the tax result?How are travel expenses handled?Will this income be connected to more than one state?Do I understand enough to know when I need help? Start with the free 1099 CRNA Tax Readiness Review. It helps you review how you are being paid, where you are working, what your contract says, what records you are keeping, and whether any income or contract issues need attention before tax season. 🎧 Educational purposes only. Not personalized tax or financial advice. Chapters:00:30 — Same Contract, Different Tax Result? 01:12 — The Real 1099 CRNA Client Example 02:56 — Your Hourly Rate Is Not Always Your Real Rate 03:31 — Why Proactive Tax Planning Matters 04:39 — Better Questions for Travel CRNAs 05:10 — Why 1099 CRNAs Miss These Issues 05:20 — Start With the Tax Readiness Review  Music licensed from PremiumBeat.com under License #7394047

    6 min
  2. 1099 CRNA Taxes: Is Your Contract Creating Tax Stress? | Ep. 22

    May 30

    1099 CRNA Taxes: Is Your Contract Creating Tax Stress? | Ep. 22

    ✅ Get your free 1099 CRNA Tax Readiness Review here: https://crnataxes.kit.com/crna-tax-readiness-review👉 Work With Us: https://CRNAtaxes.com If you are a 1099 CRNA and tax season felt stressful, the issue may not start with your deductions, LLC, or S-corp. It may start with something much simpler: Do you clearly understand how your contract is paying you? In this episode of Money Moves for CRNAs, we talk about why income and contract clarity matter for self-employed CRNAs. Your contract setup can affect estimated tax payments, deductions, travel records, multistate tax exposure, cash flow planning, year-end tax projections, and overall tax strategy. Many 1099 CRNAs have multiple contracts, more than one agency, W-2 and 1099 income in the same year, stipends, reimbursements, bonuses, or travel payments. If those details are unclear, tax season can become stressful fast. Before you focus on what you can write off or whether you should be an S-corp, start with the foundation: how you are being paid, where you are working, and what records you have. If you find yourself saying, “I’m not sure,” “I need to check on that,” or “I didn’t realize that mattered,” those may be clues that your tax setup needs more attention. Start with the first section of the free 1099 CRNA Tax Readiness Review: Income and Contract Clarity. This episode is for 1099 CRNAs who want to reduce tax stress, avoid IRS concerns, improve tax planning, and make smarter financial decisions throughout the year. 🎧 Educational purposes only. Not personalized tax or financial advice. Chapters:00:29 — The First Tax Question 1099 CRNAs Should Ask00:51 — Why Tax Season Stress Is Usually a Symptom01:06 — Income and Contract Clarity for 1099 CRNAs01:39 — Common Income Issues for Self-Employed CRNAs02:33 — How Contract Clarity Affects Your Tax Strategy02:49 — Why Guessing Creates Tax Season Stress03:30 — Why Generic Tax Advice Can Be Risky04:40 — Questions Every 1099 CRNA Should Ask05:16 — Why Income Clarity Makes the Next Tax Questions Easier06:10 — Start With the 1099 CRNA Tax Readiness Review Music licensed from PremiumBeat.com under License #7394047

    7 min
  3. 1099 CRNA Taxes: Why Tax Season Felt So Stressful | Ep. 21

    May 15

    1099 CRNA Taxes: Why Tax Season Felt So Stressful | Ep. 21

    ✅ Download the free 1099 CRNA Tax Readiness Review ✅ If you want help reviewing your 1099 CRNA tax setup, schedule a call at CRNAtaxes.com Tax season stress is not always just about taxes being complicated. For many 1099 CRNAs, that stress is a sign that something in the tax setup needs more attention during the year. In this episode of Money Moves for CRNAs, we talk about what your tax season stress may be trying to tell you. Maybe your estimated tax payments were off. Maybe your deductions were not well documented. Maybe your travel records, multistate work, S-corp payroll, or retirement planning were not fully coordinated. The goal is not to make you feel behind. The goal is to help you use that stress as useful information so you can build a more proactive tax plan and feel more prepared before next tax season arrives. If tax season felt rushed, confusing, or stressful, this episode will help you understand what may need attention before next year. This episode pairs well with the free 1099 CRNA Tax Readiness Review. After you complete the review, pay attention to any areas where you are unsure, guessing, or realizing you may need more guidance. Those are often the same areas that create stress later. And if you have not listened to Podcast #20 yet, go back to that episode next. It explains why April 15th should not be the starting point for tax planning. 🎧 Educational purposes only. Not personalized tax or financial advice.Chapters00:57 — Tax Stress Usually Exposes Existing Gaps01:20 — Why Clarity Matters for Self-Employed CRNAs01:54 — Common Issues That Create Tax Season Stress02:23 — Signs Your Tax System Needs Attention03:10 — Filing a Tax Return Is Not the Same as Being Tax-Ready03:48 — The Phrases That Reveal Tax Planning Gaps04:10 — The 1099 CRNA Tax Readiness Review04:59 — Use Tax Stress as Information05:05 — Next Step: Download the Free Review Music licensed from PremiumBeat.com under License #7394047

    6 min
  4. 1099 CRNAs: Tax Season Is Over… So Why Was It So Stressful? | Ep. 20

    Apr 30

    1099 CRNAs: Tax Season Is Over… So Why Was It So Stressful? | Ep. 20

    If you’re a 1099 CRNA, tax season should not feel rushed, unclear, or last-minute. In this episode of Money Moves for CRNAs, Randy Larkin, CPA explains why tax planning should not start in March or April — and why a full-year tax process matters for independent CRNAs. You’ll learn why April 15th should not be a surprise, what tax-season stress may be telling you, and how better structure can create more clarity, fewer surprises, and less IRS anxiety. Download our free guide: The 6 Dates of Your Annual Tax Cycle 🎧 Educational purposes only. Not personalized tax or financial advice. Chapters: 00:30 – Did Tax Season Feel Calm or Rushed?00:43 – Why 1099 CRNAs Feel Tax Stress01:17 – Why Tax Planning Shouldn’t Start in April01:54 – What Tax Season Stress Is Really Telling You02:07 – Questions to Ask About Your CPA Process02:38 – Why the Same Process Creates the Same Stress03:00 – Why a Full-Year Tax Cycle Matters03:12 – What Better Tax Planning Looks Like03:53 – The 6 Dates of Your Annual Tax Cycle04:24 – Peace of Mind and a Better Process04:48 – Your Next Step After Tax SeasonMusic licensed from PremiumBeat.com under License #7394047

    6 min
  5. 1099 CRNAs: Why the IRS Is Denying Charity Deductions (2025 Tax Court Case) | Ep. 19

    Apr 16

    1099 CRNAs: Why the IRS Is Denying Charity Deductions (2025 Tax Court Case) | Ep. 19

    Can the IRS really deny a legitimate deduction? Yes—and it happens more than you think. In this episode of Money Moves for CRNAs, we break down a real 2025 Tax Court case where a taxpayer lost a $6,700 charitable deduction… not because it wasn’t valid—but because the documentation didn’t meet IRS standards. And here’s the problem: Most 1099 CRNAs are making the exact same mistake. We cover: Why the IRS denied the entire deduction (not just part of it)The critical documentation rules most people missWhat Form 8283 actually requiresWhy Goodwill receipts often aren’t enoughHow to properly document donations before filing your returnIf you’re a 1099 CRNA trying to maximize deductions while staying audit-proof, this episode will show you exactly where the risks are—and how to fix them. Key takeaway: Good intentions don’t protect deductions. Documentation does. Chapters:00:30 – The $6,700 deduction the IRS denied01:20 – What the taxpayer did wrong (critical mistake)02:00 – IRS substantiation rules explained02:30  – The Goodwill receipt trap03:00 – Why you can’t fix documentation later03:42 – What 1099 CRNAs should do instead04:35 – Final takeaway: documentation vs intention Music licensed from PremiumBeat.com under License #7394047

    5 min
  6. Trump Accounts Explained: What Parents (and CRNAs) Need to Know | Ep. 18

    Apr 1

    Trump Accounts Explained: What Parents (and CRNAs) Need to Know | Ep. 18

    You’ve probably heard about Trump Accounts — but most of what’s being shared is incomplete. In this episode of Money Moves for CRNAs, Randy Larkin, CPA breaks down what these new accounts actually are, who qualifies for the $1,000, and what the rules really look like. You’ll learn: Which children qualify (and which don’t)Whether your child needs earned incomeContribution limits and employer rulesInvestment restrictions most people missThis episode helps cut through the headlines so you can decide if a Trump Account fits your family’s financial plan. 🎧 Educational purposes only. Not personalized tax or financial advice. Chapters:00:30 – What You’ve Heard About Trump Accounts (And What’s Wrong) 01:20 – What a Trump Account Actually Is01:55 – Who Qualifies for the $1,00002:33 – Does the Child Need Earned Income?03:00 – Contribution Limits Explained03:23 – Employer Contributions (Section 128)04:00 – Investment Rules (Big Restrictions)04:48 – Age Rules and Timing05:16 – What Actually Matters for Families Music licensed from PremiumBeat.com under License #7394047

    7 min
  7. 1099 CRNA Finances Explained: The Simple System That Reduces Tax Stress | Ep. 17

    Mar 16

    1099 CRNA Finances Explained: The Simple System That Reduces Tax Stress | Ep. 17

    Many 1099 CRNAs earn great income but still feel unsure about their finances. The problem usually isn't the income. It's the system behind the money. In this episode of Money Moves for CRNAs, we talk about the simple financial structure many independent CRNAs use to organize their business finances and reduce tax stress. You'll learn: Why separate business banking mattersWhat clean books actually meansHow organized finances reduce IRS anxietyHow to create clarity in your CRNA business financesIf you're working as a 1099 CRNA contractor, this episode will help you build a simple system that supports your financial life. Chapters00:00 – Introduction 00:30 – The financial question many 1099 CRNAs can't answer 01:46 – The problem with mixing personal and business money 02:26 – How structure creates freedom. 03:11 – Step 1: Business banking for CRNAs 03:48 – How separate accounts create financial clarity 04:10 – Step 2: What “clean books” actually means 05:21 – How financial systems prepare your CRNA business for growth 06:17 – Preview of the next episode Music licensed from PremiumBeat.com under License #7394047

    7 min
  8. 1099 CRNAs: What an LLC Actually Does (And What It Doesn’t) | Ep. 16

    Feb 28

    1099 CRNAs: What an LLC Actually Does (And What It Doesn’t) | Ep. 16

    If you’re a 1099 CRNA, you’ve probably heard mixed opinions about LLCs. In this episode of Money Moves for CRNAs, Randy Larkin, CPA, explains what an LLC is actually designed to do — and what it’s not designed to do. You’ll learn how LLCs create separation between you and your CRNA business, why structure matters as income grows, and how accounting infrastructure supports real protection. This episode is part of The CRNA Business Basics Series and helps clear up confusion around LLC protection, liability, and business structure for 1099 CRNAs. You’ll learn: What an LLC really does in plain EnglishWhat an LLC does NOT protect you fromWhy separation and containment matterHow accounting systems support protection🎧 Educational purposes only. Not personalized tax or financial advice. Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction 01:20 – What an LLC Is (Plain English) 02:00 – What an LLC Actually Does? 02:57 – What an LLC Does NOT Do 03:30 – Why LLC Often Fail to Deliver What CRNAs Expect 04:08 – Where Accounting Infrastructure Fits In 04:48 – Why This Matters Day to Day 05:13 – What’s Coming Next Music licensed from PremiumBeat.com under License #7394047

    6 min
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  • Creator
    Randy Larkin
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
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