I seriously have a absolutely serious question about working as dasher for doordash even though I seriously have started this side gig on December 24th, 2025 ????????????

[Jeremy-angelsmith2021]

With me only earning $404.94 at the end of 2025 how do I get credit for this very very last minute earning on my 2025 taxes ?

[CatinaT1]

Yes, you will report this income as self employment income. You will be able to deduct the ordinary and necessary expenses related to earning your Door Dash income. This article will be really helpful for you in entering this income and all the expenses you can deduct: Quick Links for Self-employed & Gig Workers!

In TurboTax

• You will be filing a Schedule C (Self-Employment) to report this income. 
• You are required to file if you earned over $400 in net earnings. 
• Deduct expenses like mileage, tolls, and parking to reduce your tax liability. 
• You will be subject to Self-Employment Tax
  • In addition to income tax, you will owe Self-Employment tax
  • Self-employment tax is 15.3% of your net earnings, consisting of 12.4% for Social Security and 2.9% for Medicare.