Rideshare drivers pay income tax and self-employment tax on their profit. These guides explain the forms, deductions and payments step by step.
4 guides about “Rideshare”.
Lyft drivers are self-employed. Learn which Lyft 1099s you receive, why the 1099-K shows more than you were paid, which tax deductions to claim and how much to set aside in 2026.
Your car is the biggest Uber tax deduction. Compare the standard mileage rate and actual expenses with real 2026 numbers, learn the rules for depreciation and leases, and pick the method that saves you more.
The mileage deduction is the biggest tax break for Uber and Uber Eats drivers. Learn the 2026 rates of 72.5¢ and 76¢ per mile, which miles count and how to track them properly.
As an Uber driver you are self-employed: nobody withholds taxes for you. This guide explains Uber 1099s, self-employment tax, deductions, quarterly payments and how to file, with a worked 2026 example.
