Are you self-employed, an independent contractor, freelancer, consultant, gig worker, rideshare driver, delivery driver, or small-business owner?
Professional 1099 Tax Preparation in Orlando
Receiving a 1099 is different from receiving a traditional W-2.
Independent workers may be responsible for maintaining their own records of business income and applicable expenses.
We assist qualifying:
- Independent contractors
- Freelancers
- Consultants
- Rideshare drivers
- Delivery drivers
- Couriers
- Construction contractors
- Cleaning professionals
- Landscaping professionals
- Home-service providers
- Real estate professionals
- Insurance professionals
- Creative professionals
- Online service providers
- Other self-employed taxpayers
Our goal is to help make your tax preparation organized and understandable.
What Is 1099 Income?
A 1099 is a type of information return used to report certain payments and financial activity.
Independent contractors and self-employed taxpayers may receive one or more 1099 forms depending on how they were paid and the type of income involved.
However, your tax-reporting responsibilities are not necessarily limited to income appearing on a 1099.
Self-employed taxpayers may receive business income through:
- 1099 forms
- Checks
- Cash
- Bank transfers
- Payment applications
- Credit-card payments
- Online platforms
- Direct customer payments
- Other payment methods
Maintain complete records of applicable business income regardless of how customers or platforms paid you.
Self-Employed Tax Preparation
Self-employment can range from occasional side work to operating a full-time business.
Examples may include:
- Consulting
- Freelancing
- Contract work
- Rideshare driving
- Delivery services
- Cleaning
- Landscaping
- Construction
- Real estate
- Insurance sales
- Online businesses
- Professional services
- Home services
- Other independent activities
Your tax situation depends on the nature of your work, business structure, income, expenses, and other circumstances.
Independent Contractor Tax Preparation
Independent contractors generally operate differently from traditional employees.
Instead of relying only on an employer's W-2, contractors may need to maintain records involving:
- Business income
- 1099 forms
- Customer payments
- Business expenses
- Equipment
- Supplies
- Mileage
- Professional fees
- Other business activity
Good recordkeeping throughout the year can make tax preparation considerably easier.
W-2 Employee vs. Independent Contractor
A W-2 employee generally receives wages from an employer.
An independent contractor generally operates independently and may receive 1099 forms or other forms of business payment.
The distinction can affect tax reporting and other obligations.
Whether someone is properly classified as an employee or independent contractor depends on applicable rules and the facts of the working relationship—not simply the label used by the worker or business.
W-2 Plus 1099 Tax Preparation
You do not have to choose between being an employee and having independent income.
Many taxpayers have both.
Examples include:
- W-2 job + rideshare driving
- W-2 job + delivery work
- W-2 job + consulting
- W-2 job + freelance work
- W-2 job + real estate commissions
- W-2 job + cleaning business
- W-2 job + online business
- W-2 job + another side hustle
Bring documentation for every applicable income source.
Gig Worker Tax Preparation in Orlando
Gig workers may earn income through one or several platforms.
We assist qualifying gig workers such as:
- Rideshare drivers
- Delivery drivers
- Couriers
- Freelancers
- Task-based workers
- Online service providers
- Other platform-based independent workers
Maintain applicable platform statements, 1099 forms, income records, mileage records, and business-expense documentation.
Rideshare Driver Tax Preparation
We provide tax preparation for qualifying rideshare drivers throughout Orlando and Central Florida.
Potentially relevant records may include:
- 1099 forms
- Annual platform statements
- Gross income information
- Business mileage records
- Applicable tolls
- Applicable parking
- Vehicle information
- Phone or technology records when relevant
- Other business-expense documentation
The tax treatment of vehicle and other expenses depends on applicable tax rules and individual circumstances.
Delivery Driver & Courier Tax Preparation
Delivery and courier drivers may earn independent contractor income through several companies or platforms.
Bring applicable:
- 1099 forms
- Platform statements
- Income records
- Mileage logs
- Applicable toll records
- Applicable parking records
- Equipment and supply records
- Other relevant business documentation
Keep detailed records rather than relying solely on year-end platform summaries.
Freelancer Tax Preparation
Freelancers may work for multiple clients and receive income through different payment methods.
We assist qualifying:
- Writers
- Designers
- Photographers
- Marketing professionals
- Administrative professionals
- Technology freelancers
- Creative professionals
- Online service providers
- Other freelance professionals
Maintain records of payments received from all applicable clients.
Consultant Tax Preparation
Consultants may work independently full-time or combine consulting with W-2 employment.
Potentially relevant business expenses may include qualifying:
- Advertising
- Business insurance
- Professional services
- Software
- Equipment
- Office supplies
- Business travel
- Business mileage
- Other ordinary and necessary business expenses
The tax treatment of an expense depends on the business purpose, documentation, and applicable tax rules.
Construction & Skilled-Trade Contractor Taxes
We assist qualifying independent contractors working in:
- Construction
- Painting
- Flooring
- Carpentry
- Electrical-related services
- Plumbing-related services
- Landscaping
- Lawn care
- Maintenance
- Handyman services
- Other skilled trades
Potentially relevant records may involve:
- Tools
- Equipment
- Materials
- Supplies
- Business insurance
- Advertising
- Vehicle records
- Professional fees
- Other applicable business expenses
- Cleaning & Home-Service Business Taxes
Independent home-service providers should maintain complete business records.
We assist qualifying:
- Residential cleaners
- Commercial cleaners
- Landscapers
- Lawn-care professionals
- Maintenance contractors
- Handyman-service providers
- Property-service businesses
- Other independent service providers
Maintain records of both customer payments and applicable business expenses.
Real Estate Professional 1099 Taxes
Real estate professionals commonly receive commission or independent contractor income.
Potentially relevant documentation may include:
- 1099 forms
- Commission statements
- Advertising expenses
- Professional fees
- Business insurance
- Software
- Qualifying mileage records
- Other applicable business expenses
We assist qualifying real estate professionals based on their actual tax circumstances.
Insurance Professional 1099 Taxes
Independent insurance professionals may receive commissions and other business-related income.
Maintain applicable records involving:
- Commission income
- 1099 forms
- Advertising
- Licensing-related expenses
- Professional services
- Business insurance
- Software
- Qualifying mileage
- Other applicable business expenses
Deductibility depends on applicable tax rules and individual circumstances.
Side-Hustle Tax Preparation
A side hustle can still create tax-reporting responsibilities even if the income is not your primary source of support.
Examples may include:
- Rideshare driving
- Food delivery
- Consulting
- Tutoring
- Photography
- Cleaning
- Landscaping
- Freelancing
- Online sales or services
- Content-related work
- Other independent activities
Maintain records from the beginning rather than trying to reconstruct everything at tax time.
Do I Need to Report Income If I Didn't Receive a 1099?
The absence of a particular 1099 form does not necessarily mean applicable business income is excluded from tax reporting.
Self-employed taxpayers should maintain their own records of income received from business activity.
Your reporting obligations depend on applicable tax rules and circumstances.
What Expenses Can a Self-Employed Person Deduct?
Potential business deductions depend on the nature of your business and applicable tax rules.
Depending on the circumstances, potentially relevant expenses may include:
- Advertising
- Business insurance
- Supplies
- Materials
- Equipment
- Software
- Professional fees
- Certain phone or technology expenses
- Qualifying business travel
- Qualifying vehicle expenses
- Other ordinary and necessary business expenses
An expense is not automatically deductible simply because it was paid from a business account.
Vehicle Expenses & Business Mileage
Vehicle expenses are especially important for rideshare drivers, delivery drivers, real estate professionals, contractors, and other mobile businesses.
Maintain contemporaneous records involving:
- Date
- Business destination or activity
- Business purpose
- Business mileage
- Total mileage when relevant
- Applicable tolls
- Applicable parking
Tax treatment depends on vehicle use, documentation, and applicable tax rules.
Home Office & Working From Home
Some self-employed taxpayers operate partly or entirely from home.
Working from home does not automatically make rent, mortgage payments, utilities, or other household expenses deductible.
Eligibility for home-office treatment depends on applicable tax requirements and how the space is actually used.
Maintain records if you believe your business activity may qualify.
Business Equipment & Supplies
Self-employed taxpayers may purchase items needed to operate their businesses.
Examples may include:
- Computers
- Phones
- Tools
- Machinery
- Cameras
- Office equipment
- Cleaning equipment
- Landscaping equipment
- Other business assets and supplies
Maintain receipts and records showing the purchase date, cost, item, and business use.
The appropriate tax treatment can depend on the type of purchase and circumstances.
Advertising & Marketing Expenses
Many independent businesses spend money attracting customers.
Potential records may involve:
- Website expenses
- Online advertising
- Business cards
- Flyers
- Signs
- Digital marketing
- Other qualifying promotional activity
Maintain invoices and receipts for applicable business marketing expenditures.
Business Bank Accounts & Recordkeeping
Separating personal and business transactions can make tax preparation significantly easier.
Useful records may include:
- Business bank statements
- Business credit-card statements
- Payment processor reports
- Customer invoices
- Receipts
- Expense records
- Mileage logs
- 1099 forms
- Prior-year tax returns
Good records help establish what actually occurred during the year.
Estimated Taxes for Self-Employed Taxpayers
Unlike many traditional employees, self-employed taxpayers may not have an employer withholding federal income taxes from their business earnings.
Depending on income and circumstances, estimated tax payment requirements may apply.
Estimated tax obligations depend on the taxpayer's overall financial and tax situation.
Keep records of any estimated federal tax payments you made during the year and bring them to your tax appointment.
Self-Employment Tax
Self-employed taxpayers may have tax obligations that differ from those of traditional employees.
Self-employment tax can be relevant to qualifying net earnings from self-employment.
The actual calculation depends on applicable tax rules and the taxpayer's circumstances.
Sole Proprietor Tax Preparation
Many independent contractors and freelancers operate as sole proprietors.
Relevant records may include:
- Business income
- Business expenses
- 1099 forms
- Equipment
- Mileage
- Advertising
- Professional fees
- Other applicable business information
Your filing requirements depend on your actual business circumstances.
LLC Owners & 1099 Income
Some self-employed taxpayers form LLCs.
An LLC is a legal entity structure, but the term LLC does not by itself determine federal tax treatment.
Depending on ownership and applicable elections, an LLC may potentially be treated for federal tax purposes as a disregarded entity, partnership, S corporation, or corporation.
Multiple Sources of Self-Employment Income
Some entrepreneurs operate several income-producing activities simultaneously.
Examples include:
- Rideshare + delivery
- Consulting + freelance work
- Real estate + another business
- W-2 employment + multiple side businesses
- Self-employment + rental property
Maintain records for each business activity whenever appropriate.
Prior-Year 1099 & Self-Employed Tax Returns
Have an earlier return involving self-employment income that still needs to be prepared?
Prior-year preparation may be available depending on the tax year and circumstances.
Gather available:
- 1099 forms
- Income statements
- Business bank records
- Expense records
- Mileage records
- Prior tax documents
- Other applicable business records
What Documents Should a 1099 Worker Bring?
Your exact documentation depends on your work.
Common items include:
- Personal Documents
- Government-issued identification
- Social Security or taxpayer identification information
- Prior-year tax return
- Income Records
- 1099 forms
- Platform statements
- Customer payment records
- Bank deposit information when relevant
- Other applicable income documentation
- Expense Records
- Advertising
- Supplies
- Equipment
- Software
- Business insurance
- Professional fees
- Materials
- Other applicable expenses
- Vehicle Records
When applicable:
- Mileage log
- Vehicle information
- Applicable tolls
- Applicable parking
- Other relevant vehicle documentation
- Business Information
When applicable:
- Business name
- EIN
- Business address
- Entity information
- Applicable tax-election information
How 1099 Tax Preparation Works
Book Your Appointment
Schedule your tax preparation appointment.
Gather Your 1099 & Business Records
Collect all income, expense, mileage, equipment, and other applicable records.
Provide Your Documents Securely
Use the secure document process provided for sensitive tax records rather than sending Social Security numbers and tax forms through an ordinary unsecured contact form.
Organize Your Business Activity
Your available business income and expense information is organized for preparation.
Prepare & Review the Return
The return is prepared based on the documentation provided and applicable tax requirements.
Complete the Filing Process
After applicable review and authorization requirements are completed, the return can proceed through the appropriate filing process.
Why Choose Us for Self-Employed Tax Preparation?
Experience With Independent Workers
We understand the documentation needs of contractors, gig workers, freelancers, and small-business owners.
Multiple Income Types
We assist qualifying taxpayers who combine W-2 employment with 1099, business, or rental income.
Business-Oriented Approach
We recognize that self-employment requires more than simply collecting a year-end tax form. Good preparation depends on organized business records.
Clear Communication
We help identify the information and documents needed to prepare your return.
Central Florida Service
We serve qualifying independent workers throughout Orlando and surrounding Central Florida communities.
1099 Tax Preparation Throughout Central Florida
We provide tax preparation services to qualifying self-employed taxpayers throughout:
- Orlando
- Kissimmee
- Winter Park
- Winter Garden
- Ocoee
- Apopka
- Altamonte Springs
- Sanford
- Lake Mary
- Clermont
- Davenport
- Celebration
- St. Cloud
- Lake Nona
- Dr. Phillips
- Windermere
- Horizon West
- Deltona
- DeLand
- And surrounding Central Florida communities
Visit our Areas We Serve page for additional locations.
Frequently Asked Questions About 1099 & Self-Employed Taxes
Do you prepare 1099 tax returns?
Yes. We assist qualifying independent contractors, freelancers, consultants, gig workers, and other self-employed taxpayers.
Can you prepare my taxes if I have a W-2 and a 1099?
Yes. We can assist qualifying taxpayers with both employment and independent income.
Do I report income if I didn't receive a 1099?
Applicable business income may still have reporting requirements even when a particular 1099 was not issued. Your responsibilities depend on applicable tax rules and circumstances.
Can I deduct my car if I'm a rideshare driver?
Vehicle-related tax treatment depends on business use, records, the method applicable to your circumstances, and tax rules. Maintain detailed mileage and vehicle records.
Can I deduct my home office?
Working from home does not automatically qualify household expenses for a deduction. Eligibility depends on applicable requirements and how the space is used.
Do you prepare taxes for Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, or other gig
workers?
We assist qualifying rideshare, delivery, courier, and other platform-based independent workers.
Can you prepare taxes for freelancers and consultants?
Yes. We can assist qualifying freelancers, consultants, and independent professionals.
Do you prepare taxes for independent contractors in construction?
We can assist qualifying construction contractors and skilled-trade professionals.
Can you prepare taxes if I have several side hustles?
Yes. We can assist with qualifying returns involving multiple sources of independent income.
Do you prepare taxes for LLC owners?
We can assist qualifying LLC owners. Federal filing requirements depend on the LLC's ownership, tax classification, elections, and circumstances.