U.S. Gig Economy & Freelancer Tax Knowledge Hub
Original, expert-written tax guides for rideshare drivers (Uber, Lyft), food delivery couriers (DoorDash, Instacart, Grubhub), and 1099 independent contractors. Learn how to calculate self-employment tax, track deductible mileage, make quarterly estimated payments, and prepare Form 1040 Schedule C.
How Self-Employment Tax Works: The 15.3% SECA Guide for Gig Workers
A complete breakdown of the 15.3% self-employment tax for Uber, DoorDash, and freelance gig workers, including how Social Security and Medicare are calculated and deducted.
The IRS Standard Mileage Deduction Guide for Rideshare & Delivery Drivers
Master the IRS standard mileage rate for gig drivers: what miles count, how the write-off slashes taxable income, and mileage method vs. actual vehicle expenses.
Quarterly Estimated Taxes: IRS Deadlines, Penalties, and Form 1040-ES
Everything independent contractors must know about paying quarterly taxes: the four annual deadlines, IRS Form 1040-ES, Safe Harbor rules, and underpayment penalties.
Every Tax Deduction Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, and Instacart Drivers Can Claim
A comprehensive checklist of legal ordinary and necessary business tax write-offs for rideshare and food delivery drivers, from phone data to hot bags and car washes.
How to Track Business Mileage Accurately to Avoid IRS Audit Disallowance
IRS audit proofing for delivery drivers: why estimates fail, contemporaneous mileage logs, necessary data points, and the best tracking apps to protect your deductions.
How Much Money Gig Workers Should Save for Taxes from Every Payout
The exact percentage gig workers should transfer to a separate tax savings account after each weekly deposit to avoid surprise tax liabilities in April.
Schedule C Basics: Line-by-Line Guide for Gig Contractors
A plain-English walkthrough of IRS Form 1040 Schedule C: reporting gross receipts from 1099-NEC and 1099-K forms, claiming business write-offs, and calculating net profit.
8 Common Tax Mistakes Gig Workers Make (and How to Avoid Penalties)
The eight most expensive tax traps for rideshare and food delivery drivers: from confusing gross receipts with profit to failing to claim the 20% QBI deduction.
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