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Be your own boss, not your own tax pro. Self-Employed can help.

Whether you’re freelancing or fully self-employed, TaxAct Self Employed finds write-offs and walks you through your return step-by-step.

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Go ahead, write it off.

TaxAct’s smart tools help you spot deductions for things like supplies, mileage, and marketing.

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Get started for free: import your W-2 and see how easy filing can be.

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With Unlimited Access, you can talk one-on-one with a credentialed tax expert to ask any questions you might have before you file.

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Form 1040 U.S. Individual Income Tax Return

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4.4 Stars | 31,102+ Reviews

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They have me for life!

“...The online service was very user friendly, caught my mistakes, and made user I got everything I was owed. Every time I go back, half the work is already done because they retain the most important information...I have total peace of mind...” (edited for length)

@ChefLynnejai Feb 7, 2025

Easy to use, step by step instructions

“I’ve been using TaxAct for many years. A great deal of information transfers from year to year. Easy step by step format and offers state filing also. Last year I needed help with one issue and was able to speak to an expert to help me out. ”

@Bob1493 April 21, 2025

First time usage

"I was very pleased with TaxAct. I was able to maneuver and it gave me explanations along the way. It is definitely worth the low cost of filing the self employment forms."

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