Delivery Drivers

Tax Deductions for Rideshare and Delivery Drivers: A 1099 Guide

Tax Deductions for Rideshare and Delivery Drivers: A 1099 Guide

In short: The IRS treats US rideshare and delivery earnings as self-employment income reported on Schedule C. Vehicle expenses, claimed with either the standard mileage method or the actual expense method, are almost always the biggest deduction. Drivers can also deduct the work-use portion of their phone bill, hot bags, and tolls and parking while working, but never fines or traffic tickets.

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