Tackling 1099 Taxes: How to File in 4 Steps
Filing taxes with 1099 income can seem daunting. It's hard to know where to start when it comes to 1099 taxes, but the process is less complicated than you think! Read on for Stride’s four simple steps to filing.
Procrastinator's Guide to Filing Your Taxes at the Last Minute
If you’ve put off your taxes until the last minute, you’re not alone. Here are 7 steps you need to follow to finish your return quickly and effectively.
How to Plan (and Get Paid for) Paid Time Off as a Gig Worker
Explore how gig workers can plan for paid time off effectively. Learn to navigate challenges, manage workload, and maintain work-life balance in the gig economy.
9 Tips to Build an Emergency Fund on a Budget
Building an emergency fund isn’t easy, but it can help you avoid debt, feel less stressed, and plan ahead. Here’s how to save for emergencies on a budget.
What Is the Schedule C Form?
The Schedule C form summarizes your business profit for the year. Here, we’ll explain how to calculate your business profit to maximize money-saving deductions and minimize your tax bill.
The Independent Worker’s Guide to Tax Forms
Working for yourself has its perks, but tax season isn't always one of them. We’ve got your back — here are cheat sheets for common 1099 forms to help you navigate taxes with clarity and ease.
What Is a 1099-K?
The 1099-K tax form is used by companies that facilitate payments to you for your goods or services. Here’s everything you need to know about 1099-K forms, including what it means and who gets it.
What Is a 1099-NEC?
Companies use the 1099-NEC form (instead of a W-2) to report how much they’ve paid you as an independent contractor. Learn all about the 1099-NEC form and whether you’ll get one.