First-Year Freelancer Tax Checklist (2026 to April 2027)
In short: If you went freelance in the US in 2026, work through these steps before your April 2027 filing deadline. Decide on an EIN, open a separate business account and card, capture receipts from day one, set aside part of every payment for quarterly IRS estimated payments, learn your Schedule C categories, pick tax software or a professional, and gather income records and categorized expenses in January.
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