The freelance economy continues to grow in 2026, with millions of Americans earning income as independent contractors, ...

For the self-employed set, time is of the essence to pocket the tax benefits of saving for retirement. And there are plenty of you out there. In 2021, the number of self-employed workers in this ...

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The general rule is that any ordinary and reasonable expense you pay while conducting a business activity is deductible in ...

There are now over 72 million Americans who are self-employed, including gig workers, freelancers, contractors, and consultants who now make up 45% of the U.S. workforce. If you’re a self-employed ...

If you made money last year from a side hustle or gig work, tax time can feel stressful and confusing. We're here to help. Self-employment taxes are the Social Security and Medicare taxes individuals ...

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New York, United States, May 12, 2026 — With the number of self-employed Americans continuing to rise, millions of independent workers may be paying more in taxes than necessary due to inefficient ...

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(NAPSI)—Whether you run a part-time business, do freelance work, or own your own business, you’re in good company. About 16 million adults in America work for themselves, and nearly half that number ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Caroline Castrillon covers career, entrepreneurship and women at work. Self-employed women have lower rates of obesity, inactivity ...