Self-Employed & Side Income
If you freelance, drive, sell online or run a small business, your tax life works differently. These pages cover the taxes, payments and records that matter most.
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Self-Employment Tax Explained: Rate, Calculation and Deduction
Self-employment tax explained: the 15.3% rate, wage base for 2025 and 2026, how to calculate on Schedule SE, the deduction for half, thresholds and examples.
Get the answerHow to Pay Estimated Taxes: Due Dates, Safe Harbor and Payment Methods
How to pay quarterly estimated taxes: who must pay, due dates, safe harbor rules to avoid penalties, how to calculate and pay online, and what to do if you miss one.
Get the answerGig Worker Taxes: DoorDash, Uber, Lyft, Etsy and Other Side Hustles
How taxes work for gig workers and side hustlers: 1099s, self-employment tax, estimated payments, deductions like mileage, record-keeping and common mistakes.
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