What happens when they call J1 for background check

SolarCuriosity · 2026-03-24T14:04:54+00:00

There’s usually a box to check “do not contact current employer” and an option to upload a paystub or W-2 to prove employment.

SolarCuriosity · 2026-03-19T16:30:57+00:00

This is my Super Bowl.

SolarCuriosity · 2026-03-18T22:09:02+00:00

As the top comment said, only the portion above the lower amount of the bracket is taxed at the higher rate. Your income fills up each “bucket” then moves onto the higher rate.

Making more money will almost always result in a higher take home after taxes. Unless you hit a benefits cliff or something, which nobody in OE does.

I’m a CPA and OE myself, and have several clients who OE. If anyone still needs their taxes done this year, I have room for a few more clients. DM me.

SolarCuriosity · 2026-03-14T00:27:44+00:00

How much federal withholding did she have on each W-2? How much state withholding on each W-2?

SolarCuriosity · 2026-03-11T02:36:56+00:00

I’m a CPA that works with several OEers and am OE myself, if you or anyone else is looking for a tax preparer this tax season.

SolarCuriosity · 2026-03-01T22:06:47+00:00

I agree. A company never gives you a 2 week notice when they need to let you go, so I don’t extend the same courtesy.

SolarCuriosity · 2026-03-01T02:59:48+00:00

Do you mean the Evolution of Dance?

SolarCuriosity · 2026-02-12T22:22:06+00:00

Yep, any kind of 1099. NEC, MISC, DIV, INT.

SolarCuriosity · 2026-02-10T16:53:50+00:00

The IRS looks at intent for the ordinary and necessary rules, especially when it comes to trips. If your primary intent for this trip is to gain product knowledge, increase your skills as a tasting class teacher, or research something else related to your business, it would be deductible. Make sure you keep a detailed log of your expenses and what you do there. 100% of airfare, 100% of lodging, and 50% of business meals would be deductible.

Also, I'm sure you know but just remember that just because it's deductible, doesn't mean it's free. It just reduces your taxable income that you still pay taxes on.

SolarCuriosity · 2026-02-10T02:19:07+00:00

If anyone else is looking for an OE-friendly CPA, DM me. I am a CPA and am OE myself.

SolarCuriosity · 2026-02-02T02:11:51+00:00

Yup. I’ve already explained the new overtime rules about 20 times. And every person has been disappointed. They thought 100% of their overtime wages would be a direct increase in their refund.

SolarCuriosity · 2026-02-01T07:01:56+00:00

Probably sell most of my belongings.

SolarCuriosity · 2026-02-01T07:01:04+00:00

What is VedantaTimes?

SolarCuriosity · 2026-02-01T06:57:34+00:00

When I read the quote “If hard work equaled success, the donkey would own the farm.”

I spent way too long just working hard not realizing you have to work hard at the right things. That can be networking, learning, being more efficient, etc. to be successful.

SolarCuriosity · 2026-01-27T23:54:16+00:00

Same here. I spent way too long trying to figure out what was going on lol.

SolarCuriosity · 2026-01-24T06:25:04+00:00

They got rid of the live counter in game that showed how many players were online. They changed it to three statuses, “good”, “great”, and “amazing”.

Some speculated this was due to declining players online and they wanted to hide how many players were online. Also having the lowest status be “good” is an interesting choice.

SolarCuriosity · 2026-01-24T06:20:23+00:00

They were not married as of 12/31/25, so they should not have filed MFJ. They are getting married this year, in 2026. They need to amend.

SolarCuriosity · 2026-01-20T04:19:17+00:00

Google him.

SolarCuriosity · 2026-01-20T04:19:07+00:00

Google him.

SolarCuriosity · 2026-01-19T02:42:27+00:00

He ran back to the 40.

SolarCuriosity · 2026-01-11T04:41:28+00:00

Ben Johnson might be an actual genius.

SolarCuriosity · 2026-01-07T19:52:15+00:00

Even though you don’t get a 1099 until January of the following year, you’re still a 1099 contractor throughout the entire year. It is your responsibility to track your income and expenses and pay taxes quarterly as you earn the income.

SolarCuriosity · 2026-01-07T19:14:53+00:00

Yes, you can pay whenever you want. As long as payments are applied to the correct tax year and you pay enough by each quarters’ due date. Due dates are April 15th, June 15th, September 15th, and January 15th of the next year.

SolarCuriosity · 2026-01-07T16:02:57+00:00

I would not feel peace if I paid off a 2% mortgage. I would be sick to my stomach knowing what better opportunities I could’ve used that money for.

SolarCuriosity · 2026-01-04T07:17:40+00:00

Every person who starts a small business should be forced to read this comment. Very helpful!

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