Sunlight

Hannah Cole
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Sunlight

Making money isn’t usually the top priority for big vision creators — making a difference is. But without financial power, the diverse and unique solutions that you bring to the world as a creative entrepreneur aren’t able to see the light of day. And you are left burned out and exhausted. This show is designed for the big vision creators — artists, designers, freelancers, and purple-haired, punk rock weirdos — to answer the question: “If you had your taxes, retirement, and investing on lock, how big of an impact could you make on the world with your creative work?” Your host, Hannah Cole, is both an artist and a tax expert, and the founder of Sunlight Tax. In each episode, she and her guests will explore the connection between financial power and creative success, uncovering the unique money mindset and financial management shifts that help creators like you have a bigger impact with your work. From what you need to know about self-employment taxes and bookkeeping, to unlocking your vision, you'll have everything you need to become more successful — and have a bigger impact — in your creative career. Hannah has supported thousands of creatives with accessible tax and business setup skills through her signature program, Money Bootcamp. You can learn more at sunlighttax.com and connect on Instagram at @sunlighttax. If this sounds good to you, please subscribe to the show, and share it with a friend.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Tax Relief You Get for Disaster Losses

    In today’s episode, I’m going over the IRS benefits for those affected by federally declared disasters and highlighting the automatic qualification for disaster relief, including filing and payment extensions, and the option to file an amended return.   Join me to learn about the various IRS tax benefits and relief measures available to you if you’re ever impacted by a federally declared disaster.   Also mentioned in today’s episode:    Casualty losses and amended returns 7:55 Disaster declaration numbers and deadline extensions 11:53 Non-taxable disaster relief payments 15:44   If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and share it!  Links:   tax return preparation options Eligible individuals or families can get free help preparing their tax return at Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) or Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) sites. To find the closest free tax help site, use the VITA Locator Tool or call 800-906-9887. Note that normally, VITA sites cannot help claim disaster losses. To find an AARP Tax-Aide site, use the AARP Site Locator Tool or call 888-227-7669. Any individual or family whose adjusted gross income (AGI) was $79,000 or less in 2023 can use IRS Free File’s Guided Tax Software at no cost. There are products in English and Spanish. Another Free File option is Free File Fillable Forms. These are electronic federal tax forms, equivalent to a paper 1040 and are designed for taxpayers who are comfortable filling out IRS tax forms. Anyone, regardless of income, can use this option. MilTax, a Department of Defense program, offers free return preparation software and electronic filing for federal tax returns and up to three state income tax returns. It’s available for all military members and some veterans, with no income limit. Ways to help WNC Relief efforts: 1. Emergency Relief Fund Grants for Artists 2. The WNC Strong: Rebuilding Together Grant for grant aid to help local WNC businesses survive and rebuild 3. The Sunlight Tax Paypal mutual aid fund. 100% of donations will be given to people I know and love and who need it 4. Love Asheville from Afar: links to WNC businesses that have inventory and would love your support. Please consider Asheville and WNC businesses as you send gifts this fall and for the holidays.

    25 min

  2. NOV 5

    Mutual Aid: All the Tax Info You Need

    Today, I’m discussing the tax implications of mutual aid funds and how it relates to the context of Hurricane Helene's impact here in Western North Carolina with the creation of paypals and fundraisers for donations.    Join me in this important episode to learn how to handle the tax side of mutual aid and how to make sure you’re staying on the right side of the IRS.     Also mentioned in today’s episode:    The importance of documenting gifts with written proof 3:45  Offsetting tax liability 7:29 Charitable donations and itemized deductions 12:48    If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and share it!  Links:   Emergency Relief Fund Grants for Artists The WNC Strong: Rebuilding Together Grant for grant aid to help local Businesses survive and rebuild: https://www.mountainbizworks.org/helene/donate For Sunlight Tax Mutual Aid donations. I will donate 100% of these funds directly to people in need.

    22 min

  3. OCT 29

    Sales Tax vs. Income Tax

    Today, I’m diving into the topic of Sales Tax vs. Income Tax and emphasizing why it’s so important for you to know the difference.    Join me in this episode, to learn more about the differences between sales tax and income tax and how it can affect you as an entrepreneur.     Also mentioned in today’s episode:    The main differences between sales tax and income tax 11:13 Registration and filing requirements 13:49 Sales tax filing process 16:00   If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and share it!  Links:   The WNC Strong: Rebuilding Together Grant for grant aid to help local Businesses survive and rebuild: https://www.mountainbizworks.org/helene/donate   For Sunlight Tax Mutual Aid donations. I will donate 100% of these funds directly to people in need. Emergency Relief Fund Grants for Artists Join my Program: https://www.sunlighttax.com/moneybootcampimpact

    26 min

  4. OCT 22

    Emergency Preparedness Checklist: My Takeaways for You

    In today's episode, I’m sharing the importance of disaster preparedness, and giving you some of the lessons I learned from living through Hurricane Helene so you can be prepared for your own potential disaster.    Join me in this short and important episode to learn what you need to have and do, to be ready for a natural disaster.    Also mentioned in today’s episode:    Over preparation and document safety 2:27 Emergency supplies you need to have on hand 6:40 Device charging and water preparedness 9:50   If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and share it!  Links: Join my Program: https://www.sunlighttax.com/moneybootcampimpact Hannah's Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/hannahcole1779  If you want to help the people here, you can donate to the links at the bottom of Arts AVL page

    17 min

  5. OCT 15

    Post Hurricane Helene: Art Problems Podcast with Paddy Johnson

    Today, I’m sharing an episode of a podcast I recorded for my friend and fellow artist Paddy Johnson’s podcast Art Problems, where I talk about the severe impact Hurricane Helene has had on my town of Asheville, North Carolina. I’m also sharing some important information on how you can help.     Also mentioned in today’s episode:    Details of the studio flooding 5:19 Initial flood observations 11:13 Post flood challenges and community impact 30:00   If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and share it!  Links: Hannah's Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/hannahcole1779   Asheville Tea Company,  Melissa Weiss pottery,  The Autrys (food stylists)  New Stock Pantry,  If you want to help the people here, you can donate to the links at the bottom of Arts AVL page

    40 min

  6. OCT 8

    Emergency Update

    Today, I’m giving you a life update from my home in Asheville, North Carolina after suffering from the devastation of Hurricane Helene. In this episode, I’m also providing some different ways that you can help people directly here in Asheville.      Also mentioned in today’s episode:    Hurricane Helene and the effects 1:52 Challenges and community spirit 3:10 My gratitude and how you can help 4:30    If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and share it!  Links: Hannah's Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/hannahcole1779   Asheville Tea Company,  Melissa Weiss pottery,  The Autrys (food stylists),  New Stock Pantry,  If you want to help the people here, you can donate to the links at the bottom of Arts AVL page

    8 min

  7. OCT 1

    3 Keys to Unlock Your Money Mindset

    Today, I’m talking about the emotional and psychological challenges of navigating money as a self-employed individual and sharing my own personal experiences with money mindset struggles while giving you some tips on how you can push past these mindset blocks.    Join me in this episode to learn the 3 keys on how to shift your mindset away from thinking negatively about money and gain some practical advice on how to improve your money skills.   Also mentioned in today’s episode:    Setting boundaries and overcoming guilt 2:30 Understanding the neutrality of money 11:40 The 3 keys to shifting your money mindset 19:10   If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and share it!  Links: My program: Money Bootcamp.

    25 min

  8. SEP 24

    What Kamala and I share: Optimism and Patriotism

    Today, I'm Discussing the balance between passion and monetization in creative work and some of the themes of patriotism and optimism that I identify with in the Harris Walz campaign, including how it relates to civics.     Join me in this episode to learn about some of the benefits of the U.S. tax code for small businesses and why civics is so important.  Also mentioned in today’s episode:    Balancing value and money in your creative work 6:10 The role of patriotism and civics in democracy 8:54 Benefits of small business in the economy 16:37   If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and share it!  Links: Join the free class Marissa Molinar, Midday Movement series Laura Wood Sculptural Jewelry Cara Bean, Here I am, I am Me: An Illustrated Guide to Mental Health

    35 min
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Making money isn’t usually the top priority for big vision creators — making a difference is. But without financial power, the diverse and unique solutions that you bring to the world as a creative entrepreneur aren’t able to see the light of day. And you are left burned out and exhausted. This show is designed for the big vision creators — artists, designers, freelancers, and purple-haired, punk rock weirdos — to answer the question: “If you had your taxes, retirement, and investing on lock, how big of an impact could you make on the world with your creative work?” Your host, Hannah Cole, is both an artist and a tax expert, and the founder of Sunlight Tax. In each episode, she and her guests will explore the connection between financial power and creative success, uncovering the unique money mindset and financial management shifts that help creators like you have a bigger impact with your work. From what you need to know about self-employment taxes and bookkeeping, to unlocking your vision, you'll have everything you need to become more successful — and have a bigger impact — in your creative career. Hannah has supported thousands of creatives with accessible tax and business setup skills through her signature program, Money Bootcamp. You can learn more at sunlighttax.com and connect on Instagram at @sunlighttax. If this sounds good to you, please subscribe to the show, and share it with a friend.

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  • Creator
    Hannah Cole
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    126
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2022
  • Show Website
    Sunlight

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