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Level 1
February 21, 2026
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Self-employed rideshare driver tips

  • February 21, 2026
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In Turbo Tax, where do you enter tips income for a self-employed rideshare driver, in order to get the tips deduction on schedule 1-A?

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Level 12
February 22, 2026

When you are entering your income for self employment, TurboTax will ask if any of that income includes tips. The tips must be included in a Form 1099-k, 1099-MISC, or 1099-NEC.  You have to keep logs that show the date, the customer, and tip received.  

 

Guidance for Individual Taxpayers who received Qualified Tips or Qualified Overtime Compensation in 2025