Tax season is here, and with the new tax deadline for 2021 set for May 17, many people are likely scrambling to gather all their paperwork, receipts and other information. You might even find you’re ...

Unlike a full-time employee whose taxes are deducted from their paycheck, if you're an independent contractor, it's your job to pay taxes on your own—and you'll want as many 1099 tax deductions as you ...

Independent contractors have more tax leg work to do than salaried workers who receive pay from just one source. It is paramount you keep accurate records of your pay and expenses so you don’t run ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Robert W. Wood is a tax lawyer focusing on taxes and litigation. Tax Form 1099-misc on a white background. Self-employment tax can ...