A practical, beginner-friendly curriculum that teaches freelancers and self-employed professionals how to understand, manage, and file their taxes with confidence. From tracking income to filing returns, this school covers everything an independent worker needs to stay compliant and keep more of what they earn.
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ReadyGet a clear, jargon-free introduction to how taxes work for freelancers and self-employed individuals. By the end of this course, you will understand the difference between employee and freelancer tax obligations and know exactly what the IRS expects from you.
4 modules · Teacher: Professor Nora
Level 200
LockedBuild the habits and systems that keep your finances organized year-round. You will learn how to track freelance income, categorize business expenses, and identify deductions that legally reduce your tax bill.
Unlocks when the previous course is complete.
Level 300
LockedMove from knowing the rules to actually executing them. You will calculate and pay quarterly estimated taxes, complete a Schedule C, and file a full self-employment tax return with confidence.
Unlocks when the previous course is complete.
Level 400
LockedGo beyond compliance and start using the tax code strategically. You will evaluate business structures, implement retirement account strategies, and build a personalized annual tax plan that minimizes your liability as your freelance income grows.
Unlocks when the previous course is complete.
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