Sample snapshot. Jordan is a fictional creator, and these figures aren't tax advice.
WINNIE JAYNE
Monthly Tax Snapshot
SET ASIDE THROUGH DECEMBER
25%of every payout
About $6,500 a month at your projected payouts. Based on this month's projection, that covers the 2026 payments listed. Your first 2027 estimate, also due April 15, is separate. We'll set that plan in January.
| Jan 15: last 2026 estimate | $8,710 |
|---|---|
| Apr 15: 2026 balance | $21,120 |
| Apr 15: est. underpayment penalty | $500 |
| Remaining 2026 tax and penalty | $30,330 |
| In tax savings (as of Oct 10) | $13,880 |
| 25% of payouts, Oct 10 to Dec 31 | $19,500 |
| Total available | $33,380 |
| Projected reserve | $3,050 |
NEXT IRS PAYMENT
$8,710 due January 15, 2027You pay it from your IRS Online Account. Steps are in your portal.
Revenue so far
$210,000
2026 projection: $288,000
Expenses so far
$54,000
2026 projection: $70,000
Profit so far
$156,000
2026 projection: $218,000
Revenue by month
September was your biggest month so far, at $29,600.
Your 2026 taxes
| Projected federal tax | $55,950 |
|---|
Self-employment tax $28,750 + income tax $27,200
| Florida income tax | $0 |
|---|---|
| Paid so far (October 8) | −$26,120 |
| Still owed for 2026 | $29,830 |
2026 payment target$26,120 paid toward $34,830
Done this month
- Matched September's platform and brand deposits to your bank.
- Confirmed your $26,120 payment posted to your IRS account.
- Drafted your 2025 amended return, about $950 back.
Needed from you
- Sign your 2025 amended return in your portal by October 21.
- Reply with your tax savings balance on October 31.
On the radar
- Solo 401(k): each $10,000 you put in could lower your 2026 tax by about $1,900. Let's decide in December.
- 2024: we're matching the $3,200 income difference to your records. The $3,050 reserve stays put until that's settled.