Self-Employment
Tax Hub

Your resource for helpful tax tips, tools,
and articles on how to get the most
out of
being self-employed.

INSIGHTS & ARTICLES
CALCULATORS & TOOLS

Self-Employment Tax
Calculators 2022

Here are some helpful calculators to help you estimate your
self-employment tax and eliminate any surprises.

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  • Know how much to set aside for 2022 taxes by answering questions about your life and income


  • Apply business expenses and see how much they save you on taxes


  • Understand how deductions for independent contractors, freelancers, and gig workers may apply for your specific
    tax scenario

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Deductions for Self-Employed Businesses,
Contractors and Freelancers

Learn more about which expenses you can deduct with our Self-Employed Deduction Calculator
above or browse the articles below for more details on how to get a tax break.

SELF-EMPLOYMENT TAXES

Top Tax Write-offs for the Self-Employed

Whether you have a side gig, contract, or own a small business, you are entitled to certain tax write-offs which can benefit you during tax time.

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SELF-EMPLOYED EXPENSES

Top Tax Deductions for Photographers

From weddings to family photoshoots for the holidays
to graduation portraits, the travel, training, and equipment you invest in as a photographer can be deductible business expenses.

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SELF-EMPLOYED DEDUCTIONS

Working at Home

Save your receipts as your business expenses can get you tax deductions. You may also deduct the costs associated with your home office and that can be a big tax break.

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