Freelance expense optimizer

Side hustle tax calculator designed to estimate your 2026 tax savings.

Enter your freelance income, add your business expenses, and SoloTax estimates your tax liability while showing exactly how each deduction lowers your bill. Built for freelance writers, designers, developers, drivers, consultants, and creators.

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Why deductions matter

Every legitimate business expense reduces your taxable profit. The expense optimizer walks you through region-specific deduction checklists so you never leave money on the table. Preset amounts are illustrative sample inputs, not statutory allowances; actual deductible business-use expenses and rules vary.

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