Tag Archives: Self-Employment Tax

As a plumber, you are responsible for reporting your income to the IRS, and paying any applicable income tax. If you work for another company, you will receive a Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement, from your employer. However, you may work for yourself, doing odd plumbing jobs or even as your own business. In […]

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As a maintenance worker, you may either be classified as an employee of a company or you may be considered self-employed. If you are an employee, your employer will provide you with a Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement. Self-employed maintenance workers can expect a Form 1099-MISC, Miscellaneous Income from those whom they’re contracted with. […]

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Business income is income that is received from the sale of products and services. Business income can include fees paid to a person for their services provided through their regular business, as well as rents received from real estate. Businesses must report all income received as property or services at the cost of the fair […]

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The Self-Employed Taxpayer

If you’re self-employed, tax time can be confusing. Filing a federal tax return doesn’t have to be difficult, and with a little bit of information, independent contractors and small business owners can easily file returns just like the rest of the taxpaying population. Understanding what classifies as income from self-employment, as well as your tax […]

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