Tax help and resources

Congratulations, if you’re self-employed. This means extra income—and some of the best tax write-offs and tax benefits, too. But if you don't know the rules, you're likely paying too much in taxes. This video is a must-watch if you drive for rideshare companies like Uber or Lyft, sell things on Facebook Marketplace, Etsy, Ebay, or work any kind of side gig. These self-employment filing tips can lead to tax savings.

Call it what you will: a side job, side hustle, freelance gig—they all affect your taxes and tax status.

Food delivery is here to stay. And you may be one of the many Americans working for these food delivery services, like DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub. If you are already doing this, or thinking of joining to make some spare cash, you may have questions about what you may have to pay in taxes. As part of our Deductions@Work^® series, we’re helping you with expert guidance on tracking business income and expenses, and more.

If you don’t file a required tax return by the deadline, it’s called a back tax return, an unfiled return, or past-due return. You can face consequences with the IRS if you have back tax returns.

Taxpayers who file a late tax return and have a balance due can face significant monetary penalties. Taxpayers who willfully fail to file can also face criminal sanctions.

There are few things more concerning than owing the IRS money. Unexpected debt is a problem millions of Americans face. When it comes to tax debt, you have several options, including an IRS payment plan.