What are Tax Write-Offs? Tax Deductions Explained by a CPA!

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  • @mikeharlach2264
    @mikeharlach2264 2 роки тому +27

    This video should be required for every High School and College student.

  • @Hoody1147
    @Hoody1147 3 роки тому +151

    so funny... he explains everything in perfect order. and as I'm following along like... "Whats a tax credit though?" annnnnnnnnd its the next thing.
    Perfectly explained!

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  3 роки тому +9

      Wow I appreciate that, I definitely tried to make sure no stone was left unturned

    • @ventafurnishings3675
      @ventafurnishings3675 3 роки тому +1

      Yes! Thought the same thing, he is so well spoken and in such a great order that helped me to understand step by step!

    • @lashaetenns9570
      @lashaetenns9570 3 роки тому

      Pl

  • @DRMegaone
    @DRMegaone Рік тому +3

    Grown man of 40 here. Embarrassed I didn’t know these things. Thankful for your work. Liked and subscribed.

  • @rtanaka
    @rtanaka 3 роки тому +71

    Y'all will have a big channel someday. Keep it up.

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  3 роки тому +3

      Thanks for your support, Ryan!

    • @Chefdookster
      @Chefdookster 2 роки тому +8

      This aged well

    • @rtanaka
      @rtanaka 2 роки тому +1

      @@Chefdookster I wish I wrote how many subs they had at the time! Lol.
      Still early innings! 152k

  • @porkchopcreative18
    @porkchopcreative18 10 місяців тому

    Did that was incredibly informative.. and you talked in way that was understandable and relatable. You genuinely provided some great value!

  • @free2express08
    @free2express08 3 роки тому +2

    This video explanation flows perfectly with the way I learn. Thank you!

  • @luigicudelato
    @luigicudelato 2 роки тому +3

    Itd be nice if you gave more of a anecdote about how each term works not just its definition, its nice how much you work on getting us to clearly depict things but itd be nice to have some expansion on it not just clearer definitions

  • @hatenonme1212
    @hatenonme1212 2 роки тому +2

    I don't even have a business but it's very helpful information. This is what schools should teach instead of some of the nonsense being pushed

    • @tessamarie8698
      @tessamarie8698 2 роки тому

      they don't teach you anything you need to know in schools so that your clueless and vulnerable. They do it on purpose its not a coincidence but I too heavily agree.

  • @babli4751
    @babli4751 3 роки тому +13

    Thank you so much for explaining these things. I took TAX1 last month, and my professor did not explain these fundamental things, he just assumes students will automatically know it.

  • @okallup8012
    @okallup8012 3 роки тому +68

    This is a great video. High quality content. I love to see a black brother making it happen! I liked, commented and subscribed, may the algorithm bless your channel!

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  3 роки тому +7

      That means a lot, thank you!! 💯

    • @DDadams0
      @DDadams0 Рік тому +1

      Can I say I love seeing my white brothers make it happen?

  • @Monicamojito
    @Monicamojito 2 роки тому

    just letting u know I learn & understand more from u in one video than I ever understood in all 4 years of school as an accounting major

  • @AreaCode862
    @AreaCode862 3 роки тому +1

    As a small business owner getting started! This was well explained!

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  3 роки тому

      Thanks Hecmar. What type of business do you have?

    • @AreaCode862
      @AreaCode862 3 роки тому

      @@LYFEAccounting Auto Mobile Mechanic

  • @vancewilson5902
    @vancewilson5902 3 роки тому +9

    Sherman was awesome in this video! He explained everything very well. I now have a much better grasp of tax deductions that I can use towards my new business. Thank you Sherman!!

  • @yourfriend4170
    @yourfriend4170 2 роки тому +1

    So professional and so clear- thank you and your wife both for this wonderful work of yours 🥰🥳 bless you! Subscribing from all my 4 devices 🙏

  • @afawakefrontiers
    @afawakefrontiers 3 роки тому

    The best channel for taxes period....

  • @NeshiaBonita
    @NeshiaBonita 2 роки тому

    I really appreciate you putting this series of videos together. Thanks!!!

  • @MollyPinon
    @MollyPinon 3 роки тому +2

    Crystal Clear info. Thank you so much, subscribed!

  • @alecbinder4669
    @alecbinder4669 2 роки тому

    I'm so glad they teach this school.....

  • @harrisonbailey9884
    @harrisonbailey9884 2 роки тому

    This is an awesome channel! Keep doing your thing, brother.

  • @VENTABLXCK
    @VENTABLXCK 3 роки тому +1

    Ayo thanks dude. I’m trying to learn more about this stuff since I’m now an adult. This is super helpful.

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  3 роки тому +1

      Glad I was able to help! Thanks for watching.

  • @yourkelownahomes
    @yourkelownahomes 2 роки тому

    Awesome, thanks for your time to build this video!

  • @jesussalomon3598
    @jesussalomon3598 3 роки тому +8

    I’m a little confused when it comes to Tax deductions and Tax credits. If I had 10,000 in Taxable Income, and 10,000 in Tax Deductions, wouldn’t that mean that my AGI is 0? Therefore I don’t owe anything?

    • @thewatchman904
      @thewatchman904 3 роки тому

      Good point surprised nobody confirmed

    • @raulortega2010
      @raulortega2010 3 роки тому +1

      Probably have to make more than the deduction for a deduction to be applied

    • @hatenonme1212
      @hatenonme1212 2 роки тому +2

      Taxible income - Tax deductions = Adjusted Gross Income (AGI)
      10,000 (TI) - 10,000 (TD) = 0 (AGI)
      That means you get all the money on your taxes back whatever the amount. Doubtful if your tax credits would equal your deduction however tax credits work differently tax credits are dollar for dollar what you owe in taxes (owe IRS) AFTER your tax liability has been determined @7:45 But kudos if that's the case ✌🏾

  • @toywithtech
    @toywithtech 3 роки тому +1

    See we need to take advantage of this ish.. perfect explanation!

  • @shayrich7783
    @shayrich7783 3 роки тому +1

    Outstanding awesome info laid out so clearly.

  • @michaelmontoya3377
    @michaelmontoya3377 3 роки тому +1

    Great info. Truly appreciate you and the information you give !!

  • @tonycstech
    @tonycstech 2 роки тому

    Question.
    Not a business, just a hobby. I buy broken electronics, fix and sell them.
    I make little money doing so but the income seems high if not counting how much I spent initially and for all the equipment and supplies.
    Can I write those off ?

  • @GanNiPiYan
    @GanNiPiYan 3 роки тому +1

    thank you for the video man! My CPA didn't even explain it to me

  • @xphaktastudios6759
    @xphaktastudios6759 2 роки тому +20

    I’m confused asf

  • @bethanyangel1721
    @bethanyangel1721 3 роки тому +1

    Excellent made educational video! Thanks for the content!

  • @dudederrick2002
    @dudederrick2002 2 роки тому

    Great vid bro! Thank you for the explanations! 🙏🏽

  • @jakeclark4201
    @jakeclark4201 3 роки тому +1

    Love your videos!! Super helpful

  • @aname206
    @aname206 2 роки тому

    this is top notch content bro subscribed.

  • @Djellal
    @Djellal 2 роки тому +1

    Great video thank you!
    However I have a question please.
    Is it possible to obtain tax deductions/write offs as a 1099 employee?

  • @earthfairymads
    @earthfairymads 2 місяці тому

    So simple! Thank you!!

  • @severtone263
    @severtone263 3 роки тому +1

    GREAT WORK Sherman! I learned so much. You earned my sub. Thank you

  • @LifePotentialAffirmations
    @LifePotentialAffirmations 2 роки тому

    So easy and well presented , appreciate you :) Gracias

  • @encyclopediarealestate4797
    @encyclopediarealestate4797 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for the content brother 💪🏾

  • @piv5499
    @piv5499 2 роки тому

    Very well made and easy to understand. Subbed !!

  • @klhmia
    @klhmia 3 роки тому +2

    Damn this was so clear - thank you!!

  • @FilthGnasty
    @FilthGnasty 3 роки тому +2

    Baller ass video, Sherman! I just started a small business and all this was helpful. Super clear and concise, thanks. Liked and subbed!

  • @TheSparkisLove
    @TheSparkisLove 3 роки тому

    This is tremendously helpful! Thank you!

  • @tuffgreenlawncareservicell3411
    @tuffgreenlawncareservicell3411 3 роки тому +5

    great video! i have learned a lot. keep the good job 👍

  • @mahmoudabuzaid4617
    @mahmoudabuzaid4617 2 роки тому

    Amazing instructor. Thank you :)

  • @fletcherman2
    @fletcherman2 Рік тому

    This was very helpful

  • @brendaboteo1859
    @brendaboteo1859 Рік тому

    Great information thank you! I do have one question, are tax deductions only for business owners then?

  • @amorshriTV
    @amorshriTV 3 роки тому

    Thank you for this! very helpful and easy to understand

  • @susiiib2286
    @susiiib2286 2 роки тому

    Thanks this is so helpful!!

  • @stephp6623
    @stephp6623 3 роки тому

    I loved the way you explained this, this jargon is so new to me that I'd be like Wait what exactly did he say that was? & sure enough you described it a 2nd time I was like Wow its like he can hear my thoughts :D subscribed ^-^

  • @fusionsoundproductions
    @fusionsoundproductions 2 роки тому

    Starting a sound/DJ production business. Will I be write off the equipment cost as business expense? Also, what about the equipment I already own but will be transferring it to the business for business use? TIA

  • @Alejandrovip1108
    @Alejandrovip1108 2 роки тому +2

    I’m watching your videos at 2 am you are such a great teacher! Your information is worth thousands to millions in great hands 🔥🔥🔥

  • @letsgoviral777
    @letsgoviral777 2 роки тому

    So helpful. Thank you!

  • @BiancaEjiofor
    @BiancaEjiofor 2 роки тому

    Great video. Can you do a video on a scenario of having no income but business expenses?

  • @mikkofrancisco2025
    @mikkofrancisco2025 Рік тому

    Can I hit the like button 10x? Thank you for this free learning

  • @MVisionzINC
    @MVisionzINC 3 роки тому +3

    You’re awesome bro 😎🙌🏽

  • @cheif3870
    @cheif3870 Рік тому

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  • @spiritualohgeesy2028
    @spiritualohgeesy2028 3 роки тому +1

    great video. well explained

  • @alphamrc309
    @alphamrc309 3 роки тому +1

    So... A tax deduction's function is to move your AGI downward toward the next tax lowest tax rate. Whether it achieves that next lowest rate or not, either way you will still owe taxes.
    At that point, whatever that number is, a tax credit is used to reduce that number directly.

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  3 роки тому

      CORRECT! Though you can lower your AGI to 0 with enough deductions.

  • @briannorthrup8212
    @briannorthrup8212 2 роки тому

    This is great thank you very much my friend

  • @Insideranon
    @Insideranon 3 роки тому +4

    I wish someone would do a video going over things you could deduct as an artist or youtuber.

    • @ridingwithryan1507
      @ridingwithryan1507 3 роки тому +1

      Look up Brian Kim ClearValue Tax. He has a great video for that.

    • @Insideranon
      @Insideranon 3 роки тому

      @@ridingwithryan1507 Oh hell yeah, thank you!

  • @dannylee9026
    @dannylee9026 Рік тому

    great video, question- do screenshots of notepad / day planner count as proof when filing tax deductible expenses? photos of written calendar/journal?

  • @taliyahhudson4846
    @taliyahhudson4846 Рік тому

    I still don’t understand how I would owe money if I had a income of 15,000 and my tax deduction is 15,000 because then I would have no agi therefore no tax liability correct me if I’m wrong 7:59

  • @JTCoinRings
    @JTCoinRings 3 роки тому

    I enjoyed this video, great information.

  • @evolvewithmarcello
    @evolvewithmarcello 3 роки тому

    This was sooooo well made. Thank you so much, very effective and easy to follow.

  • @Wavychronicles
    @Wavychronicles 2 роки тому

    Very informative. Thank you for the top quality information. Keep ‘em coming 💪🏽

  • @rsuave109
    @rsuave109 3 роки тому +1

    EXCELLENT VIDEO. Described in plain English 😆.

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  3 роки тому

      WOW thank you Reek, hope you consider subscribing?

    • @rsuave109
      @rsuave109 3 роки тому

      @@LYFEAccounting I did 👍

  • @dustinromero5966
    @dustinromero5966 3 роки тому +1

    You mention tax deductions for small business for home office, technology, business knowledge, cell phone, etc. is there any way that an individual can take advantage of those types if tax deductions as well? For example, I have purchased computer monitors to work from home during the pandemic. Would it be possible for me to use that purchase as a tax deduction for the 2021 tax season even though I am filing taxes as an individual and not a business?

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  3 роки тому

      Hey Dustin, unfortunately a lot of those deductions are for business owners. However, you should check out this video for ways individuals can reduce their taxes. ua-cam.com/video/aLGyEio20s4/v-deo.html

  • @markuzantwahn6351
    @markuzantwahn6351 2 роки тому

    So if I want to buy a laptop for my business that I want to start. Can that be written off if I bought it before I created LLC, or should get the LLC 1st. Open a business account, and use that business account card to buy the laptop?

  • @Chaos_Prerogative
    @Chaos_Prerogative 2 роки тому

    How about the purchase amount of a bicycle used as a marketing tool for a mobile bicycle repair business. Will that be tax-deductible?

  • @abbigailarevalo3442
    @abbigailarevalo3442 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you ! This has been so helpful as a freelance performance artist

  • @maximu1696
    @maximu1696 3 роки тому +1

    Im now plugged N with U guyz now!!! Thankx!

  • @JorgeGarcia-jn9og
    @JorgeGarcia-jn9og Рік тому

    Would business attire be an expense I could write off ? Thanks for the vocab I subscribed I need to know 😵‍💫

  • @ricojrjimenez1922
    @ricojrjimenez1922 3 роки тому

    Great video, Thanks! subscribed!

  • @KumaDormilon
    @KumaDormilon 3 роки тому +9

    Could you help explain individual tax deductions, im a construction worker and pay quite a bit to stay safe and for tools. Is there a way I could make claims on the 2hr drive to work everyday, or the gas?

    • @joelmarcy8027
      @joelmarcy8027 Рік тому

      No. Travel time to work isn’t claimable. If you are on the clock and driving that’s a different story. You can claim travel miles then. That is if you’re driving your personal vehicle

    • @KumaDormilon
      @KumaDormilon Рік тому +1

      @Joel Marcy eh, I quit that job already and became 1099 so now I can claim them on my tax doc. Thankfully not as hard as everyone makes it seem.

    • @joelmarcy8027
      @joelmarcy8027 Рік тому

      @@KumaDormilon right?! I just started my first LLC fairly recently, stressing out like crazy over everything. But all said and done; it wasn’t even that bad. The crap part I didn’t know was every town requires me to file for a license in that town before a specific date early in the year. If I don’t get in in time I can do NO work legally in that town. And of course it’s gee after fee. That’s the agonizing part!

    • @KumaDormilon
      @KumaDormilon Рік тому +1

      @Joel Marcy yeah fairly rough when starting out, but you have to ride those waves. Eventually you'll sail smoothly, best choice I've made, it's almost crazy how much you can actually claim and how many benefits there are to having even just an llc.

  • @nathanaelcarrollhorton8910
    @nathanaelcarrollhorton8910 3 роки тому +1

    Very clear thank you!!!!

  • @gamesmoney1025
    @gamesmoney1025 Рік тому

    Im probably missing something from you're explanation but can you please explain the part where you explain that tax deductions lower your tax liability 4:57 then at 6:21 when you provide an example of a business that owes $15,000 to the IRS, and have $15,000 in tax deductions then they believe they owe $0 to the government. You further explain that's not how tax deductions work. That seems contradictory to me

  • @shufflebottg3283
    @shufflebottg3283 2 роки тому

    So if I was working a 1099
    My car down broke down had to spent thousands can I use that as a write off ?

  • @LJohn1215
    @LJohn1215 3 роки тому +1

    Will it be wise to do your W-2s, 1099s & Schedule C all together and then apply this technique or do business and regular job separately?

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  3 роки тому

      Hey! Based on your business entity, you may or may not file a separate business return. What type of entity do you have?

    • @LJohn1215
      @LJohn1215 3 роки тому

      @@LYFEAccounting my 9-5 is active duty military...my side gig is real estate broker here in Augusta GA

  • @wolfpackgamingvii8762
    @wolfpackgamingvii8762 2 роки тому

    random question and I feel like I know the answer already: For a youtube channel, things i purchased for that channel such as cards (playing cards) can those be written off?

  • @davidjiang2nd
    @davidjiang2nd 3 роки тому

    High quality info!

  • @drexultimate6533
    @drexultimate6533 3 роки тому

    absolutely well deserved like

  • @wavygoods877
    @wavygoods877 2 роки тому

    What if you have a corporate job but are starting out your business and plan to utilize s179 for software. Can you still write off the software towards your entire gross income (business and corporate job) included?

  • @shavonway2730
    @shavonway2730 3 роки тому

    What are the differences in deduction or withheld

  • @slicer940
    @slicer940 3 роки тому

    Thank you! Earned a sub

  • @pumas5111
    @pumas5111 3 місяці тому

    Awesome video thxs 🙏

  • @DjahAlanBinSueKu
    @DjahAlanBinSueKu 2 роки тому

    Interested on deductions for full time employees with income $1M. Where to get that?

  • @r46-b7e
    @r46-b7e 3 місяці тому

    Something a lot of people dont understand: let's i spend 10,000 on my business so I write off 10,000. It doesnt mean I get those things free, it realistically means i pay like maybe 2500 less on taxes because my adjusted gross income is decreased by 10,000 now. Tax deduction =/= free money.

  • @BadWeatherfreak
    @BadWeatherfreak 3 роки тому

    What about if I buy a computer to use for school? I am enrolled in a online 4 year degree.

  • @TVproductionGUY
    @TVproductionGUY 2 роки тому

    Good stuff…good delivery..sub

  • @allsionparker8449
    @allsionparker8449 2 роки тому

    THANK YOU SO MUCH 😊 I REALLY APPRECIATE YOU

  • @Almightykingtay
    @Almightykingtay 3 роки тому

    Great information I appreciate it

  • @realtalk8346
    @realtalk8346 3 роки тому

    Hi I just talk to hr block, the lady confused me... If I buy a car over 6,000 pounds I'm a sole proprietorship, say I paid $80k, & don't owe the irs and I use 179 accelerated depreciation within the first year, when I file my taxes will I get the full 80k back returned into my account? Car use 100 percent for business

  • @edgarb.2010
    @edgarb.2010 3 роки тому

    Can you share some examples of not eligible expenses, like if space on your home qualify as tax deduction?

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  3 роки тому

      Watch this: ua-cam.com/video/E-q9yb2nMgg/v-deo.html

  • @ricardomodiano9791
    @ricardomodiano9791 2 роки тому

    how does deducting taxes from a car deduct ur general taxes?

  • @hankhill2698
    @hankhill2698 Рік тому

    Great video

  • @kokidchaz4790
    @kokidchaz4790 3 роки тому

    How do u calculate tax deduction.?

  • @sonny__19
    @sonny__19 Рік тому

    Thank you much love 🙏💚

  • @dracojensei1141
    @dracojensei1141 Рік тому

    Wat about if u sell a item if it not for profit

  • @scottnevil
    @scottnevil 2 роки тому

    Liked and commented. You did a good job.

  • @alldaygaming9709
    @alldaygaming9709 3 роки тому

    Was very helpful 👍👍👍👍

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  3 роки тому

      Glad to hear that! Just curious, which part did you find most helpful?

  • @joshuatalks6213
    @joshuatalks6213 2 роки тому

    Awesome video for a new gym owner 💪