We cover bookkeeping, tax and accounting issues for makers.
bookkeeping tax
Etsy handles your storefront. It doesn't handle your books. Here's how to track expenses, calculate COGS, prepare for 1099-K, and choose the right bookkeeping software as an Etsy maker.
We show you how to generate your own UPC barcodes via free online tools, Excel, and inventory software, plus when you actually need to register with GS1.
Etsy handles your storefront, but not your books. We compared 7 bookkeeping tools for Etsy sellers in 2026 on COGS tracking, Etsy integration, and maker-specific features to find the best fit.
If your handmade business sells physical products, Form 1125-A is how you report your cost of goods sold to the IRS. Here's exactly what each line means — and a worked example for makers.
Colorado's Retail Delivery Fee is $0.28 per order in 2026. Here's what Etsy and Shopify sellers need to know about who it applies to, the small seller exemption, and how to stay compliant.
Yes — Etsy automatically collects and remits sales tax in 45 US states. Here's what that means for your Etsy shop, what you still need to handle, and how marketplace facilitator rules affect your filing obligations.
The weighted average cost method calculates inventory value by averaging purchase costs across all units on hand — here's how it works and why makers use it.
Confused by your Etsy Payment Account? This guide explains every number — Amount Due, Available for Deposit, Current Balance — plus fees, deposit schedules, and bookkeeping tips.
A sales tax ID is a state-issued number for collecting sales tax. An EIN is a federal ID from the IRS. Learn the key differences, who needs each, and how to apply.
Etsy buries your shipping label costs. Here's exactly where to find your total Etsy shipping label spend for tax time, three different ways.
Schedule C for small business owners — complete 2025 tax year guide covering income, COGS, every deductible expense, and the common mistakes that cost makers money.
We compare periodic and perpetual inventory systems side by side — how each works, the key formulas, pros and cons, and which is right for small makers and handmade businesses.
We discuss how cash based accounting may not be the best option for your handmade business.
Most bookkeeping tools are built for service businesses. Here's how to find one that actually works when you're making and selling physical products.
Worried about sales tax on handmade items? If you sell on Etsy, good news: Etsy handles it for you. Here's what you still need to know.
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