Okay, let’s be real — no one becomes a content creator because they love thinking about taxes. But if you’re making money with UGC or content creation, the IRS still expects their cut. And trust me, not knowing the basics can come back to bite you hard.

That’s why I brought on today’s guest, Catina Borgman. Catina has been a tax professional for nearly 20 years. Today, we’re covering them all — from filing as a sole proprietor vs. LLC, to what you can actually write off, to the sneaky truth about “gifted” collabs..

 What you’ll learn in this episode:

• The difference between being a sole proprietor and forming an LLC as a content creator.
• How to file taxes as a UGC creator and when you actually need to start filing.
• The best system for setting aside money for taxes as an entrepreneur.
• Which expenses are tax deductible for content creators (think: editing software, props, mileage, home office space).
• Why gifted collabs, product trades, and hosted stays are still taxable income.
• Tools and resources Catina recommends for managing money as a content creator.

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