Self-employment tax

If you’re self-employed or a small business owner, don't overlook the vehicle and mileage deduction! Whether you’re making deliveries, driving passengers, or going to client meetings, you don’t want to miss out. In this article, we cover everything you need to know, including what the deduction is, who qualifies, how to calculate your max write-off, and more.

Work from home? Learn everything you need to know about the home office tax deduction, including who qualifies, which expenses you can deduct, how to calculate your deduction, and how to claim it, and more.

Not sure which business meals are deductible? The rules can be complicated, and there are new changes for 2026. In this article, you’ll learn everything you need to know, including which business meals are deductible, when to keep your receipt, what to document, and more.

Selling on Etsy can come with tax perks many sellers miss. Keep reading to learn what counts as a business expense, which expenses are tax deductible, when to expect a 1099-K from Etsy, and more.

You can write off many business expenses as an Amazon seller. Learn what expenses are deductible and why detailed bookkeeping along the way is essential, so you don’t miss a single deduction.

From mileage and home office expenses to software and training, you may be able to take advantage of so many write-offs as a real estate agent. In this article, you’ll learn what you can write off, bookkeeping tips to keep track of expenses throughout the year, and more.

Have you been lucky enough to continue your job from home? If so, you’re probably wondering if you can write off your dedicated office space when it’s time to file your taxes. Keep scrolling for the best answers to your most pressing questions about work-from-home deductions and find tips to help you save money on your taxes.

Are you self-employed? Do you earn extra income by doing a side gig? Are you a small-business owner? Do you get paid in cash for your work?

If you’re a contractor, small business owner, have a side gig (or two!), and any other shade of self-employment, you’re in good company. More and more people in the U.S. are self-employed or have some type of self-employment income. You may have questions about how you can write off your medical expenses and health insurance, and we’ll delve into some answers here. Continue reading to find who qualifies for self-employed health insurance deductions, if health insurance premiums are tax deductible, and more.

Both buying and leasing a vehicle for your business can be beneficial. Let’s find out which option is better for you. In this article, we’ll cover the unique deductions available for each option, helping you determine which makes the most sense for your situation.

You may be wondering how you can write off some of your car expenses if you’re a gig worker who works with rideshare companies or delivery services, among other side hustles. The good news is that the IRS offers you ways to deduct your miles and capture some benefits that can reduce your taxes. Continue reading to find out the 2025 mileage rate, how to calculate the mileage rate, how to claim mileage on your self-employment taxes, and more.

Great news! If you’re a business owner or self-employed and use your own vehicle for your work, you could deduct your car’s expenses, and maybe even part of the purchase price when filing your taxes. That could boost your refund or reduce the taxes you owe. But there are several qualifying conditions to be able to do this. Keep reading to learn more about deducting car expenses on your tax return and follow our Deductions@Work® series.

The sharing (gig, freelance) economy can be lucrative! More and more people are entering the sharing economy at a record pace. Whether you participate in ridesharing such as Uber or Lyft, apartment- or house-renting using Airbnb, crowdfunding with Kickstarter, knowledge-sharing through TaskRabbit, or even your online store through Etsy, the funds you receive are income. The more profitable your activities are, the more of an impact they may have on your tax return - it’s all good until you receive an unexpected tax bill.

Did you know that you can write off many of your business travel expenses when you’re self-employed? Learn everything you need to know about writing off travel expenses, including which expenses are deductible, how to keep proper records, and more.

Are you an eBay seller? In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about reporting and paying taxes on your eBay sales. Learn what happens if you sell items on eBay, why you get a Form 1099-K, what a Form 1099-k is, and more.

Do you get paid on Venmo or PayPal? If so, understanding IRS Form 1099-K is crucial for reporting accurately and avoiding penalties. In this article, we’ll explain why you receive a 1099-K, how the IRS treats Venmo and PayPal transactions, the new reporting thresholds for 2025, and how to report your Venmo income accurately on your tax return

365 days, thousands of conversations, and hundreds of car washes. Yes, it’s been a full year of making your own hours and helping others with theirs as a rideshare driver. 

Congratulations, if you’re self-employed. Self-employment, whether full-time or as a side venture, has 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 on Facebook Marketplace, Etsy, Ebay, or work any kind of side gig or operate your own business. These self-employment filing tips can lead to tax savings.

There are more than a million rideshare drivers in the United States; and if you’re one of them, there are a lot of things that are essential for you to know before you file your income tax return. Rideshare and food delivery drivers are considered self-employed, and therefore there are more tax deductions that can be claimed. This means you could get a bigger tax refund or owe the IRS less. You don’t want to miss this video to learn everything you need to know ahead of filing your tax return.

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

If you are an influencer on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook or any other platform, you know that it can be an exciting way to make a living—or earn some extra cash or swag. But with that comes certain tax obligations to the IRS, the same as any other gig worker or small business owner. We’ll cover what bloggers, vloggers, content creators and social media influencers may want to think about doing during the year and when tax time rolls around.

As more and more Americans join the gig economy, it’s more important than ever to understand what tax deductions and breaks may be available to you. Whether you’re working for a ride-share company part-time, doing freelance creative work, or any other kind of independent contractor work, you’ll want to know about crucial tax deductions, such as self-employment tax deductions, home office write-offs, retirement contribution deductions, and many other options.

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.

According to IRS data, there are more than 42 million gig workers in the United States. Navigating self-employment taxes can be complicated, so you don’t want to miss this video where we break down the top tips to help you file an accurate tax return and keep more money in your pocket.

More people are freelancing than ever before. With the rapid growth of remote work and the gig economy, there’s a good chance you’ll work as a full-time or part-time freelancer in your lifetime.

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act has brought many new tax changes that impact freelancers, independent contractors, and other self-employed workers. Learn about the changes, and how to make the most of the 2025 tax season for your business.

As more and more Americans have become part of a broader gig economy, it’s more important than ever to understand what retirement planning options may be available to you. Whether you’re working for a ride-share company part-time, doing freelance creative work, running a small business, or doing any other kind of independent contractor work, you’ll want to know about various IRA and 401(k) options for self-employed people.