Hi!

[suezw]

Hi Everyone! I am new here. I work from home selling my handmade goods on various handmade and auction sites. The items I sell are bow ties, fleece dog shirts, scarves, and just about anything else I have the desire to create. I really like my business and don't think I would ever give it ip. Where else can you work and take a couple days off by just shutting things down and not have to answer to anyone about it?
This weekend I was doing my taxes and was once again, as in every year, gnawed by some questions about non incidental materials and supplies. So I went gonzo and picked up the phone and called the IRS to seek answers to my questions I could not find anywhere online. To my absolute surprise I spoke to a woman that was so nice and helpful that I felt all warm and squishy inside. Because my questions were of things I could not find answers to from tax professionals, cpa's, or online, my first instinct was to find somewhere to post the information to maybe help someone with the same questions. I am happy to be here and would like to wish everyone a Happy Valentine's Day, have a great one!
P.S. If anyone needs a bow tie come see me at susanjwilsontiesplus.etsy.com

[vangogh]

Welcome to the forum suezw. Thanks for the introduction. I think you'll find quite a few of us work from home, myself included. Sounds like everything you sell is something you create. I hear you about not being able to give up the lifestyle of owning your own business.

I've had similar experiences with the IRS. I haven't had to call them much over the years, but whenever I have, they've been friendly and helpful.

I look forward to getting to know you and thanks for joining the community.

[David Hunter]

Welcome to the forum, Susan!