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GIG WORKER & CONTRACTOR TAXES

Self Employment Tax Preparation

Working for yourself offers independence, but managing your own taxes brings unique challenges. Our self employment tax preparation services help freelancers, gig workers, and solopreneurs keep more of their hard-earned income.

File as a freelancer

1099 · Self-employed

1099-NEC

Nonemployee

Invoice

Client invoice

Quarterly estimate
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1099 Tax Preparation and Schedule C Filings

Freelance work usually means getting multiple income forms at year-end. Managing 1099 tax preparation requires matching Form 1099-NEC and Form 1099-K records directly against your business records. Filing an accurate schedule c tax preparation form allows you to subtract legitimate expenses directly from your gross income.

Help Filing Taxes Self Employed

Many independent workers struggle with filing taxes as a gig worker because taxes aren't automatically withheld from payouts. If you need help filing taxes self employed, we calculate your exact liability and establish a schedule for quarterly estimated payments. Organizing your deductible expenses when filing taxes as an independent contractor protects your margins. You can check our rates on the Pricing Page or explore Individual Tax Preparation Services.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to file taxes if I'm a freelancer or self-employed?

Yes, if your net earnings reach $400 or more, you must file and pay self-employment tax.

What is self-employment tax and how can I reduce it?

It is a 15.3% tax covering Social Security and Medicare, which you can lower by tracking all legitimate business deductions on Schedule C.

Do I have to pay quarterly estimated taxes?

If you expect to owe $1,000 or more, the IRS requires quarterly payments to avoid penalties.

What can freelancers and self-employed people deduct?

You can deduct software subscriptions, equipment, home office space, travel, meals, and health insurance.

What if I didn't receive a 1099? (1099-NEC vs 1099-K)

You must report all earned business income even if a client fails to send a 1099 form.

What is Schedule C and who needs to file it?

Schedule C is the IRS tax form used to report profit or loss from a sole proprietorship or single-member LLC.

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