Northlane Financials Blog
Plain-English guides on bookkeeping, Texas taxes, payroll and running the numbers side of a small business.
Texas Taxes
Texas Franchise Tax: Who Has to File and When
Texas has no personal income tax, but most LLCs and corporations still file a franchise tax report every May. Here's who files, when it's due and what happens if you miss it.
October 27, 2026 · 2 min read
Business Tax
LLC vs S-Corp in Texas: Which Saves More Tax?
An S-Corp election can lower self-employment taxes for some profitable Texas LLCs, but it adds payroll and paperwork. Here's how to think about the choice.
October 25, 2026 · 2 min read
E-Commerce
Bookkeeping for Amazon & TikTok Shop Sellers: Know Your Real Profit
Marketplace payouts hide fees, refunds, ads and shipping. Here's how online sellers can track sales, COGS and sales tax to see their true profit.
October 23, 2026 · 2 min read
Bookkeeping
Behind on Bookkeeping? What Waiting Really Costs You
Falling months or years behind on your books leads to late filings, penalties and missed deductions. Here's how catch-up bookkeeping works and how to get started.
October 21, 2026 · 2 min read
Payroll
1099 vs W-2: How Small Businesses Should Pay Workers
Employees get W-2s and contractors get 1099s, but the difference goes beyond paperwork. Here's how to tell them apart and what each one means for taxes.
October 19, 2026 · 2 min read
Texas Taxes
Texas Sales Tax Permit: A Step-by-Step Guide
If you sell taxable goods or services in Texas, you need a sales tax permit. Here's how to get one, how filing works and the mistakes to avoid.
October 17, 2026 · 2 min read
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