1099 / Self-Employed Taxes: What to Track All Year (So Tax Time Is Easy)

If you’re self-employed or receive 1099 income, tracking the right items throughout the year makes filing easier and helps you avoid surprises.

What to track

• Income by client/platform • Business expenses (categorized) • Mileage and/or vehicle expenses • Home office info (if applicable) • Equipment/software purchases • Business meals/travel (if applicable)

Quarterly taxes

Many self-employed taxpayers need to plan for estimated payments. A simple system and consistent bookkeeping helps.

Need help?

Submit the tax form on our website and tell us you’re self-employed/1099.

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