Freelancer Tax Preparation in Franklinton, OH
Freelancers in Franklinton — writers, designers, developers, consultants, photographers, video editors — file Schedule C as self-employed business owners. The biggest tax savings come from understanding which business expenses are deductible. Home office, software subscriptions, equipment, professional development, business meals (50% deductible), and the qualified business income deduction (20% of net profit) all reduce your tax bill significantly.
Serving Franklinton, Central Ohio County · 30 miles from our Morse Rd office (~45 min drive)
$225 for freelancer Schedule C with standard deductions
Franklinton · Central Ohio
Why this Freelancer Tax Preparation page is written for Franklinton
Franklinton sits in Central Ohio, small-town main streets, county-seat government employers, and increasingly residential growth from Columbus-area buyers seeking lower cost of living. Central Ohio County, where Franklinton is located, is a rural community where document services typically require a drive to the county seat or to a regional metro.
In Central Ohio, taxpayers most often come to us for ITIN preparation, mixed-status returns, and prior-year cleanup — the kind of work that requires careful identity-document review. For Franklinton taxpayers, we review every W-2, 1099, ITIN letter, and dependent ID against the return before anything is e-filed or mailed.
a smaller-town demographic with growing immigrant families who have moved out from Columbus for school district choices and housing — and Franklinton, with a population near 0, reflects that mix in its schools, workplaces, and houses of worship.
easy state-route access into Columbus — typically a single-highway drive with no transfers needed. From Franklinton (ZIP central Ohio), the trip is roughly 30 miles each way.
At roughly 30 miles (~45 min drive) from Franklinton, we plan return prep to finish in one sitting whenever possible. We also serve families across the rest of Central Ohio, where many of our Franklinton clients have relatives, coworkers, and shared community ties.
Freelancer Tax Preparation for Franklinton Residents
Self-employed Franklinton residents pay both federal and Ohio income tax plus self-employment tax (15.3%) on net business income. Central Ohio County is home to thousands of independent contractors, gig workers, and freelancers — your tax situation is far from unusual. We help reduce SE tax through legitimate deductions: home office, mileage, equipment, health insurance, and retirement contributions.
What We Handle
Schedule C for freelance business income
Home office deduction (simplified or actual expense)
Equipment depreciation and Section 179 deductions
Software, subscription, and SaaS expense deductions
Professional development and continuing education
QBI (Qualified Business Income) 20% deduction analysis
Quarterly estimated tax planning
Pricing
$225 for freelancer Schedule C with standard deductions. $325+ for home office, equipment depreciation, or complex multi-client setups.
Turnaround
48 hours.
What to Bring
Getting to Our Office from Franklinton
Distance
30 miles
Drive Time
~45 minutes
From
Central Ohio
From Franklinton, head toward Columbus and exit onto Morse Rd. Our office is at 3185 Morse Rd, Suite 15 — between Cleveland Ave and I-71. Free on-site parking, walk-ins welcome every day Mon–Sat 10am–6pm, Sun 10am–4pm.
Get turn-by-turn directions on Google Maps →Frequently Asked Questions
Can I deduct my software subscriptions (Adobe, Figma, Notion, etc.)?+
Yes — any software used for business is deductible. Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, Notion, Slack, Zoom, GitHub, hosting, domain names, design assets — all deductible as business expenses. Keep receipts or use credit card statements as documentation.
I bought a new laptop for work. Can I deduct the full price?+
For business-use computers under $2,500, you can use Section 179 to deduct the full purchase price the year you bought it. For mixed-use (some personal use), only the business percentage is deductible. We recommend keeping a separate work computer to maximize the deduction.
What is the QBI deduction?+
Qualified Business Income deduction allows self-employed filers to deduct up to 20% of net business income from taxable income — on top of all your other deductions. Phase-outs apply at $191,950 (single) / $383,900 (MFJ) for 2024. Most freelancers qualify for the full 20%.
How far is your office from Franklinton?+
Our office at 3185 Morse Rd, Suite 15, Columbus is approximately 30 miles from Franklinton — typically a 45-minute drive. We're on the north side of Columbus between Cleveland Ave and I-71 with free parking. Walk in any day Monday through Saturday 10am–6pm, or Sunday 10am–4pm.
Do Franklinton residents owe local city income tax?+
Most Ohio municipalities in Central Ohio County levy a 1-2% local income tax on residents and on income earned within city limits. We calculate your local tax liability and file the local return alongside your federal and state returns when applicable.
Freelancer Tax Filing in Franklinton
We catch the deductions software misses. Walk in to our Franklinton-area office. Open every day.
3185 Morse Rd, Ste 15, Columbus, OH 43231 · Mon–Sat 10am–6pm · Sun 10am–4pm