Etsy Sellers Start Here

Welcome, Etsy Sellers! I am also an Etsy Seller and have been selling on Etsy since 2012.

A little background. I have a B.S. in Accounting and passed the CPA exam in 2004, so when I opened my Etsy shop, I felt very comfortable with the accounting and tax side of things. For many new Etsy Seller’s this is not the case. My goal with this website is to help take the mystery and misery out of your Etsy shop accounting and taxes. While I have articles and information for all types of small businesses and side hustles on my website, I definitely have a soft spot for Etsy Seller’s like me!

First things first. Grab your free copy of The Etsy Seller’s Simple Guide to Taxes, my comprehensive yet easy to read book, on all things Etsy Seller tax related! Just grab your copy and hang onto it for reference for when the next tax question comes your way.

[one_half_first][/one_half_first][one_half_last]Start your business with a strong foundation. Take a look at my series of articles walking you through important new business considerations. [/one_half_last]

[one_half_first][/one_half_first][one_half_last]Choosing an accounting or bookkeeping program is one of the most important steps you can take. Don’t put off getting your finances in order. Once you get going it is easier than you think! For most small business owners I recommend QuickBooks Simple Start. However, Etsy seller’s have a little bit more to consider, so I created a comprehensive guide to your top choices as an Etsy Seller.[/one_half_last]

[one_half_first][/one_half_first][one_half_last]Get your Etsy shop started on the right foot by following my Top 3 Tips for New Etsy Seller’s. Rather than spending time on trial and error, walk away with some quick tips to success. [/one_half_last]

[one_half_first][/one_half_first][one_half_last]In November 2018 Etsy made sweeping changes to Etsy shop payment accounts and Etsy shop finances in general. In light of these changes, this is my recommendation for accurately recording your Etsy shop sales and fees in QuickBooks.[/one_half_last]

[one_half_first][/one_half_first][one_half_last]Tax deductions save you money, so don’t miss a single one! Take a look at this list of 101 Tax Deductions for Etsy sellers, crafters, or makers![/one_half_last]

Hopefully, that’s enough to get you started! Good luck with all your Etsy shop plans and dreams!