If you’re a photographer, chances are you didn’t start your business because you love crunching numbers. You got into it for the art, the people, and the chance to capture beautiful moments. But somewhere along the way, you discovered that running a business comes with its fair share of paperwork—especially when it comes to sales tax.
One of our clients summed it up perfectly:
"Before Tidy Books, sales tax felt like such a hassle. Now it takes me about 10 seconds to figure out what I owe each month. Everything’s in one place with QuickBooks and it’s been such a relief!"
That’s exactly what we love to hear.
Why Sales Tax Trips Up Photographers
Sales tax can get complicated fast. Different states (and sometimes even cities) have different rules. You might be charging tax on products like prints or albums, but not on services like session fees. If you’re booking clients in multiple locations, it’s even trickier to keep track of what you owe and where.
For most photographers, sales tax ends up being one of those “I’ll deal with it later” tasks—until it’s suddenly due.
How We Simplify the Process
As part of our monthly done-for-you bookkeeping, we don’t just reconcile your accounts—we also make sure your sales tax is neatly organized and easy to access. Here’s how it works:
QuickBooks as Your Hub – We set up your QuickBooks account to capture every taxable transaction. Think of it as your one-stop shop for sales tax info.
Monthly Reports – Each month, we generate a clear report that shows exactly what you collected in sales tax and what you owe. No more guesswork, no more digging through receipts.
Peace of Mind – When it’s time to file, you already have the numbers at your fingertips. What used to take hours now takes seconds.
The Relief You Didn’t Know You Needed
Our client was right—it really can feel like a weight off your shoulders. Instead of stressing over spreadsheets, you can trust that everything is already where it needs to be. That way, you can focus on your clients, your craft, and your business growth—not on tax forms.
If sales tax has ever felt like a hassle, you don’t have to keep doing it alone. With Tidy Books, you’ll always know exactly where you stand.