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Gig Worker Tax Readiness Checklist
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1. Recordkeeping & Income
Register for Daily Income Tracking
Track every dollar earned across all platforms (Uber, DoorDash, Upwork, etc.)
Separate Business Banking
Ensure your business income goes into a dedicated account to simplify bookkeeping.
Digitize Receipts
Use an app to scan and store receipts for at least 3 years.
2. Major Deductions
Mileage Log Started
Keep a daily log of business miles (Date, Purpose, Distance).
Home Office Space Defined
Measure your "regular and exclusive" office space for the deduction.
Phone & Internet Split
Calculate the percentage of your data plan used for business.
3. Deadlines & Payments
Estimated Tax Calendar
Mark April 15, June 15, Sept 15, and Jan 15 for quarterly payments.
Tax Reserve Account (25-30%)
Set aside roughly 30% of every paycheck into a high-yield savings account for taxes.