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Tax Tips for Freelancers

Practical guides to help you track more, deduct more, and keep more of what you earn.

🇺🇸USA
USAJune 8, 2026 · 6 min read

IRS Schedule C Deductions: What Can Freelancers Write Off in 2025?

Every deduction US freelancers can claim on Schedule C for the 2025 tax year — mileage, home office, health insurance, retirement, software, and more.

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🍁Canada
Canada6 min read

GST/HST for Freelancers in Canada: When to Register and How to File

Does a freelancer need to charge GST or HST in Canada? When the $30,000 threshold applies, how to file your return, and how to claim input tax credits.

June 8, 2026Read →
🇬🇧UK
UK6 min read

HMRC Allowable Expenses for Sole Traders: Complete Checklist 2025/26

What can a sole trader claim in the UK? A complete HMRC-aligned checklist covering mileage, home office, phone, equipment, training, and what you cannot deduct.

June 8, 2026Read →
🇦🇺Australia
Australia6 min read

What Taxes Does a Sole Trader Pay in Australia? ATO Guide 2025-26

Income tax, Medicare Levy, GST, and PAYG instalments explained for Australian sole traders. Plus exactly what you can deduct to reduce your tax bill.

June 8, 2026Read →
🇺🇸USA
USA11 min read

Freelancer Taxes in the US: The Complete 2026 Guide

Schedule C, self-employment tax, quarterly payments, and every deduction US freelancers and independent contractors can claim for the 2025 tax year.

May 29, 2026Read →
🍁Canada
Canada11 min read

Self-Employed Taxes in Canada: The Complete 2026 Guide

T2125, CPP contributions, GST/HST registration, and every deduction Canadian freelancers can claim. Everything you need for the 2025 tax year.

May 29, 2026Read →
🇬🇧UK
UK10 min read

Self-Employment Tax in the UK: HMRC Self Assessment & SA103F Guide 2025/26

Complete guide for UK sole traders: Self Assessment, SA103F, Class 4 National Insurance, allowable expenses, and payments on account for the 2025/26 tax year.

May 29, 2026Read →
🇦🇺Australia
Australia10 min read

Freelancer Tax in Australia: ATO myTax & Sole Trader Guide 2025-26

ABN, GST registration, BAS, PAYG instalments, and every deduction Australian sole traders can claim. Your complete ATO guide for the 2025-26 financial year.

May 29, 2026Read →
🚗Gig Economy
Gig Economy7 min read

How Uber Drivers Can Save on Taxes

Driving for Uber, Lyft, or any rideshare platform? You're leaving money on the table. Here's exactly how to maximize your mileage, vehicle, and business deductions.

May 22, 2026Read →
🏠Real Estate
Real Estate8 min read

How Realtors Can Save on Taxes

Real estate agents have some of the best deduction opportunities of any profession, but only if you track them. Here's every deduction realtors should be claiming.

May 21, 2026Read →
💡Tax Tips
Tax Tips6 min read

Top 15 Tax Deductions Every Freelancer Should Know

Most freelancers leave money on the table at tax time. Here are the 15 most commonly missed deductions, from your home office to your phone bill.

May 20, 2026Read →
🚗Mileage
Mileage8 min read

The Complete Guide to Mileage Deductions for Self-Employed

Every business kilometre you drive is a tax deduction. Here's exactly how to track, calculate, and claim your mileage, whether you're in Canada or the US.

May 15, 2026Read →
💡Tax Tips
Tax Tips5 min read

Home Office Deduction: What Freelancers Can and Cannot Claim

Working from home? You may be able to deduct a portion of your rent, utilities, and internet. Here's how to calculate and claim it correctly.

May 10, 2026Read →
🇺🇸USA
USA10 min read

Gig Worker Taxes in the US: The Complete 2025 Guide

Driving for Uber or delivering for DoorDash in the US? Here's everything about Schedule C, self-employment tax, 1099 forms, and quarterly estimated payments.

May 8, 2026Read →
🍁Canada
Canada10 min read

Gig Worker Taxes in Canada: The Complete 2026 Guide

Driving for Uber or delivering for DoorDash? Here's everything you need to know about filing taxes as a gig worker in Canada.

May 5, 2026Read →
💡Tax Tips
Tax Tips4 min read

How to Never Lose a Business Receipt Again

The best freelancers are obsessive about receipts, but not in a stressful way. Here's the simple system to capture every deductible expense automatically.

April 28, 2026Read →
💡Tax Tips
Tax Tips7 min read

7 Tax Mistakes Freelancers Make (And How to Avoid Them)

From missing the self-employment deduction to forgetting quarterly payments. These are the most expensive mistakes freelancers make at tax time.

April 20, 2026Read →