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1099 Tax Guide for Independent Contractors

Everything independent contractors need to know about 1099 taxes: self-employment tax, quarterly payments, deductions, and how to avoid IRS penalties.

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Deep-dive into any financial topic with our curated pillar pages — each bundling every tool and guide we've built around it.
Business & Self-Employment Tax Guide: QBI, S-Corp, R&D Credits & Calculators
Master business and self-employment taxes. Optimize your S-corp salary, claim the QBI deduction, calculate R&D credits, and minimize self-employment tax. Expert guides and free calculators.
Canadian Capital Gains Tax Guide: ACB, Losses, Exemptions & Calculators
Complete Canadian capital gains tax resource. Calculate ACB, plan capital losses, understand the inclusion rate, and claim exemptions. CRA-accurate guides and free calculators.
Canadian Disability Tax Guide: Disability Supports Deduction, T929 & CRA Guides
Complete guide to Canadian disability tax benefits. Understand the Disability Supports Deduction (Line 21500), eligible expenses, T929 form, and how to maximize your CRA deductions.
Capital Gains Tax Guide: Calculators, Strategies & Guides
Everything you need to understand, calculate, and minimize US capital gains taxes on stocks, real estate, crypto, and investments. Free calculators and expert guides.
Education Savings Guide: 529 Plans, Tax Credits & Student Loan Calculators
Complete education savings resource. Compare 529 vs UTMA, maximize AOTC and education credits, plan student loan repayment, and optimize college funding strategies.
Estate Planning Guide: Estate Tax, Trusts, CRTs & Wealth Transfer Calculators
Complete estate planning resource. Calculate estate tax liability, optimize trust strategies, plan charitable remainder trusts, and preserve wealth across generations. Expert guides and free calculators.
Federal Income Tax Guide: Brackets, Deductions, Credits & Calculators
Master US federal income tax. Understand tax brackets, standard deductions, withholding, AMT, and key credits. Free calculators and plain-English guides to minimize what you owe.
Payroll Tax Guide: Paycheck, Bonus, Withholding & FICA Calculators
Understand exactly what taxes come out of every paycheck. FICA, federal withholding, state income tax, bonus tax, and how to optimize your W-4.
Real Estate Investing Guide: ROI, Cash Flow, Tax & Financing Calculators
Complete real estate investing resource. Calculate cap rates, after-tax cash flow, 1031 exchanges, DTI ratios, and rental property ROI. Expert guides and free calculators.
Retirement Income Tax Guide: SS Benefits, IRA & Pension Calculators
Tax rules for every type of retirement income: Social Security benefits, IRA withdrawals, pensions, and RMDs. Calculators and strategies to minimize your tax bill.
Retirement Planning Guide: 401k, Roth IRA, Social Security & Pension Calculators
Complete retirement planning resource. Optimize 401k contributions, Roth conversions, Social Security timing, and tax-free income strategies. Expert guides and free calculators.
Savings & Personal Finance Guide: Goals, Budgeting & Debt Calculators
Build real wealth with proven savings strategies. Calculate savings goals, understand debt costs, manage loans, and plan for financial independence. Free calculators and actionable guides.
Side Hustle & Online Income Guide: Calculators, Tax Guides & Strategies
Everything you need to build and optimize side hustle income. Calculate true profit after taxes and fees, find affiliate programs, explore gaming income, and discover unsaturated niches.
SIP & Mutual Fund Investing Guide: Calculators for Indian Investors
Complete SIP investing resource for Indian investors. Calculate SIP returns, compare lumpsum vs SIP, plan step-up SIPs, adjust for inflation, and optimize your mutual fund strategy.
State Tax Comparison Guide: Income, Property & Sales Tax by State
Compare state income taxes, property taxes, and sales taxes across all 50 states. Relocation tax analysis, state-specific calculators, and guides to minimize your state tax burden.

Latest Articles

Our most recent guides to help you master personal finance
1099 Tax Guide for Independent Contractors
Everything independent contractors need to know about 1099 taxes: self-employment tax, quarterly payments, deductions, and how to avoid IRS penalties.
Dividend Tax Rates: Qualified vs Ordinary Dividends
Qualified dividends are taxed at long-term capital gains rates (0–20%) while ordinary dividends face regular income tax rates. Here's how to tell which is which.
Home Office Deduction: Simplified vs Actual Method
Self-employed workers can deduct home office expenses using the simplified method ($1,500 max) or actual method. Learn which saves more and how to qualify.

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Our newest calculators to help you make smarter financial decisions
1099 Tax Calculator for Independent Contractors
Calculate self-employment tax, federal income tax, and quarterly estimated payments on 1099 income. Covers SE tax deduction and business expense deductions.
Bonus Tax Calculator
Calculate the exact federal and state taxes withheld from your bonus. Compare the flat 22% supplemental rate vs. the aggregate method to see which applies to you.
Dividend Tax Calculator
Calculate federal tax on qualified and ordinary dividends. See how dividend income affects your tax bracket, NIIT exposure, and overall investment tax strategy.