If you earned money from rideshare, delivery, freelancing, or content creation in 2026, you owe self-employment tax: 15.3% on top of income tax.
Quarterly Estimated Payments
Due April 15, June 15, September 15, January 15. Miss them and you’ll owe penalties.
Common Deductions by Gig
Rideshare/Delivery
Mileage (67 cents/mile in 2026), phone, car maintenance, parking. Use the Gig Tax Calculator for US. Also for Australia, UK, Canada.
Content Creation
Equipment, software, home office, internet, props, editing tools.
Freelancing
Software subscriptions, coworking, professional development, health insurance (self-employed deduction).
Manage your cash flow. Read: Best Side Hustles 2026.
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