Why quarterly taxes matter
If you're self-employed or own a pass-through business, tax is generally expected as you earn it — four times a year. Miss a payment and you may owe penalties even if you pay in full at filing.
The four due dates
- April 15
- June 15
- September 15
- January 15 (following year)
A planning-first approach
Rather than guessing, we build a quarterly projection from your actual numbers so each payment is reasonable — protecting cash flow and avoiding surprises. Safe-harbor rules may also apply; whether they help depends on your situation.
For informational purposes only. This article is general educational content and does not constitute tax, legal, or investment advice. Tax laws change and outcomes vary by situation. Whether any strategy applies depends on your specific facts, timing, and documentation. Consult a licensed CPA or tax professional before acting. Contact Total Wealth Tax Advisory for guidance specific to your circumstances.
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Total Wealth Tax Advisory
Founder & Principal Advisor
Brandon is a CPA and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional who leads the firm's tax advisory practice. He built Total Wealth Tax Advisory around a simple idea: tax decisions and investment decisions should not be made in a vacuum. His approach is document-first and proactive — review the actual return and statements, propose a plan, then implement it on a quarterly cadence so clients know where they stand well before year-end.
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