Top 8 Common Tax Mistakes to Avoid This Year | Tips for Individuals & Small Businesses

08/04/2025 20 min

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Are you making costly tax mistakes without even knowing it? In this episode of Gimme Some Truth, tax pros from WC Tax Services reveal common personal and business tax errors—from filing misconceptions to missed deductions, backdoor Roth mishaps, and LLC misclassifications. Learn how to protect your wallet, avoid IRS penalties, and streamline your tax filing strategy.📌 Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction & Guest Welcome01:00 – How Common Are Tax Mistakes?02:45 – Why the Tax Code Is So Confusing04:30 – Common Personal Mistake #1: Tax Extension Myths06:10 – Penalties: Filing Late vs Paying Late08:00 – Mistake #2: Overlooked Deductions and Credits10:10 – Mistake #3: Cost Basis Misreporting13:00 – Mistake #4: Backdoor Roth IRA Errors15:00 – DIY Taxes vs Hiring a Professional16:30 – Business Mistake #1: Estimated Taxes Mismanagement18:10 – Business Mistake #2: Ignoring Form 1065 for Partnerships19:50 – Business Mistake #3: Misunderstanding LLC Tax ClassificationTopics Covered:IRS tax filing errorsTax extension deadlines vs payment deadlinesDeduction and credit eligibilityCost basis issues with stocks & inheritanceBackdoor Roth conversion trapsEstimated quarterly tax payments for freelancersFiling requirements for partnerships (Form 1065)LLC vs S-Corp vs Sole Prop tax electionsBenefits of hiring a tax professional👍 Like, Share & Subscribe  @walknercondon  For more on this topic and others check out our blog Visit our website for more financial planning resources and educational information: https://www.walknercondon.com ADD US ON:LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/walkner-condon-financial-advisors-llc Facebook: https://facebook.com/walknercondon#taxmistakes #smallbusinesstaxes #taxtips #financialplanning

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