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What deductions are you leaving on the table?
Most solo service providers are missing 2–4 deductions worth thousands of dollars a year — without an S-corp. Enter your numbers to see which ones apply to you and what they're worth.
2026 rates · Illustrative estimates · Not tax advice
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These deductions don't require an S-corp. They apply at any income level — you just have to claim them.
Illustrative estimates only. Uses 2026 IRS standard mileage rate ($0.70/mile) and simplified home office method ($5/sqft, max 300 sqft). Phone & internet estimate based on $200/month. Solo 401(k) limit $72,000 (2026). QBI deduction simplified — does not model W-2 wage limits or SSTB phase-outs fully. Marginal rate approximated from net profit; actual rate depends on full tax picture. Does not constitute tax advice. Confirm all deductions with your CPA.
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