If you drive for Uber, deliver for DoorDash, freelance on Fiverr, or do any work as an independent contractor, you’re self-employed in the eyes of the IRS. That means you owe self-employment tax on top of regular income tax — and calculating it correctly is essential to avoid underpaying and facing IRS penalties. Here’s how to do it. What Is Self-Employment Tax? Self-employment (SE) tax is the gig worker’s version of FICA — the Social Security and Medicare taxes that employees split with their employer. As a self-employed worker, you…
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Amazon Flex Taxes 2026: What Drivers Owe and How to Reduce It
Amazon Flex drivers are independent contractors, which means Amazon does not withhold any taxes from your earnings. Every dollar you earn is subject to both self-employment tax and federal income tax — and if you don’t plan ahead, the bill at tax time can be a painful surprise. This guide covers exactly what Amazon Flex drivers owe in 2026, what deductions are available, and how to avoid underpayment penalties. Amazon Flex Tax Overview (2026) Tax Type Rate Notes Self-employment tax 15.3% On 92.35% of net earnings Federal income tax 10%–…
Read MoreHow to File Your IFTA Quarterly Tax Report (Step by Step)
IFTA — the International Fuel Tax Agreement — requires commercial truckers who operate in multiple US states or Canadian provinces to file a quarterly fuel tax report. If you’ve never filed before, the process looks complicated but follows a clear step-by-step structure. This guide walks you through exactly how to file your IFTA quarterly report, what data you need, and how to calculate what you owe. Who Needs to File IFTA? You must file IFTA quarterly reports if you operate a qualified motor vehicle that: Has two axles and a…
Read MoreDoorDash Taxes 2026: How Much Do Dashers Owe?
DoorDash drivers are independent contractors, which means DoorDash does not withhold income tax from your earnings. You are responsible for calculating and paying your own taxes — and if you get it wrong, you could owe a large bill at tax time or face IRS penalties. Here is exactly how DoorDash taxes work and how to calculate what you owe. How DoorDash Taxes Work As a Dasher, you are self-employed. That means you pay two types of federal tax on your net DoorDash income: Self-employment tax: 15.3% on the first…
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