What forms do I use to file taxes as self-employed?

How do I report my business annual income to irs and file taxes as a self-employed person?
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How do I report my business annual income to irs and file taxes as a self-employed person?

Barbara

Welcome to AskaLawyer. My name is Barbara, and I am an Enrolled Agent credentialed by the IRS. I will be happy to assist you today.

Barbara

You report self-employment income on Schedule C of your personal tax return (Form 1040). Schedule C is also used to report your expenses pertaining to the self-employment income.

So how do I efile my schedule c?

Barbara

You can file your return manually, using tax preparation software, or by visiting a local tax professional.

I still don’t understand.

Barbara

I'm not sure why you don't understand. You have to file a tax return. If you are self-employed, Schedule C is part of your tax return.

Schedule C is the form I submit to the IRS to file my tax return, right?

Barbara

You need:

  • Form 1040
  • Schedule C
  • Schedule SE
  • Schedule 1
  • Schedule 2

My business doesn’t have An EIN, will my SSN work for the Schedule C?

Barbara

Yes

I thought Form 1040 is for employees.

Barbara

Form 1040 is the main tax form. All other forms are part of the tax return.

OK

Barbara

Thank you.

Barbara

I hope I was able to answer your question. My goal is to provide a complete answer that you fully understand.

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