Creator Tax Services · English & Español

Taxes for YouTubers, Influencers & Social Media Income.

AdSense, brand deals, sponsorships, affiliate links, memberships, free products. If you get paid to create, the IRS treats you as a business. We help you file correctly, keep more of what you earn, and stop dreading tax season.

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Ruben Perez
Tax Advisor | AFSP

We work with creators earning from:

YouTubeTikTokInstagramTwitchFacebookPatreonOnlyFansSubstackAmazon InfluencerBrand dealsAffiliate programsUGC

A creator tax story

Marcus thought the small stuff wouldn't count.

Marcus started posting fitness videos on YouTube during the pandemic. By his third year, the channel was paying off: AdSense deposits every month, a supplement brand paying him $1,500 per video, affiliate commissions from Amazon, gifts on TikTok Live, and a few coaching clients who paid him through Cash App.

When tax season came, Marcus filed the way he always had. He entered the W-2 from his part-time gym job and the 1099 from YouTube. The brand deals, the affiliate checks, the app payments? He figured they were small, scattered, and probably not reported anywhere.

They were. The brand had sent a 1099-NEC. Amazon had sent one too. The payment app had issued a 1099-K. Every one of those forms went to the IRS, not just to Marcus.

Eighteen months later, a letter arrived: a CP2000 notice proposing more than $9,000 in additional tax on the income he left off. On top of that came an accuracy-related penalty, plus interest that had been building since the original due date. Money Marcus had already spent was now owed back, with extra.

The lesson

The IRS doesn't need you to report income to know about it. Brands, platforms, and payment apps file their own forms. When your return doesn't match theirs, the IRS notices, and the bill grows the longer it waits.

What this means for you

If you earn from more than one place, like AdSense, sponsorships, affiliate links, memberships, gifted products, or payment apps, you're in the same position Marcus was. Every stream counts, whether or not you get a form for it. The fix is straightforward: track every source as it comes in, set money aside for taxes each quarter, and claim the deductions you're entitled to, so you pay tax on your profit, not your gross income. That's exactly what we help creators do.

Don't wait for a letter from the IRS.

Book a free consultation and we'll make sure every income stream is reported correctly. Already left income off a past return? We can help you fix it before it gets more expensive.

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Services

Tax services for content creators and influencers.

Whether you just got your first sponsorship or content is your full-time job, we set you up properly and keep you compliant.

Tax return preparation

Federal and state returns with Schedule C, reporting every income stream and the deductions you're entitled to.

Quarterly estimated taxes

We calculate what to set aside and send each quarter, so April doesn't come with penalties and a shock.

Bookkeeping for creators

Monthly categorized books that separate business from personal and make tax time a non-event.

Deduction review

Equipment, software, home office, travel, contractors, and more, documented the right way.

Business setup & LLC guidance

Whether to form an LLC, when an S-corp election may make sense, and getting an EIN and business bank account in place.

IRS letters & back taxes

Behind on filing or received a notice? We help you catch up and respond.

How it works

How creator tax preparation works, in three steps.

STEP 1

Free consultation

Tell us where your income comes from and where you're stuck. We'll explain your options in plain language.

STEP 2

Send your documents

Upload your 1099s, platform reports, and expenses securely. We give you a simple checklist so nothing is missed.

STEP 3

We file & plan ahead

We prepare and file your return, then set you up with an estimated-tax plan for the year ahead.

Common creator deductions

Tax deductions for YouTubers and influencers.

Deductions depend on your situation and need records. We'll go through it with you.

Cameras, microphones, lighting, and lenses
Computers, phones, and accessories (business-use share)
Editing software, music licenses, and subscriptions
Home office or studio space
Internet and phone (business-use share)
Editors, thumbnail designers, and other contractors
Travel for shoots, events, and brand meetings
Props, wardrobe used only for content, and sets
Ads, promotion, and website costs
Courses and education to grow your channel

Your tax advisor

Ruben Perez, Tax Advisor | AFSP

Ruben has about 15 years of experience preparing taxes for self-employed people, gig workers, and small business owners, the same rules that apply to creator income. He is a participant in the IRS Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) and works with clients in English and Spanish.

You work directly with Ruben, not a call center, from your first question to your filed return.

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FAQ

Creator tax questions, answered.

Do YouTubers and influencers have to pay taxes?

Yes. Income from AdSense, sponsorships, brand deals, affiliate links, memberships, tips, and gifted products is taxable. Most creators report it as self-employment income on Schedule C and pay both income tax and self-employment tax.

What tax forms do content creators receive?

Common forms are the 1099-NEC from brands that paid you, the 1099-MISC from some platforms, and the 1099-K from payment apps and platforms. You must report all income, even if you never receive a form for it.

How much should a creator set aside for taxes?

Many creators set aside 25% to 30% of their net income for federal, state, and self-employment taxes. The right amount depends on your income, deductions, and state, so we calculate your actual number.

When are quarterly estimated taxes due?

Federal estimated tax payments are generally due April 15, June 15, September 15, and January 15 of the following year. If a date falls on a weekend or holiday, the deadline moves to the next business day.

I only made a little money. Do I still have to report it?

All income is reportable, whether or not you receive a 1099. If your net self-employment earnings are $400 or more, you generally owe self-employment tax and need to file.

Are gifted products really taxable?

Products or services you receive in exchange for content or promotion are generally treated as income at their fair market value. We'll help you figure out what applies to you.

Do I need an LLC?

Not necessarily. An LLC can offer liability protection, but it doesn't change your taxes by itself. We'll walk through whether it, or an S-corp election, makes sense at your income level.

I'm behind on taxes. Can you still help?

Yes. We help creators file prior-year returns and respond to IRS notices.

¿Ofrecen servicio en español?

Sí. Atendemos a nuestros clientes en inglés y en español.

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