I am self employed and i live in texas. am i required to file an income tax. I was told if i live in texas i am not required to file .

[VolvoGirl]

Yes you have to file a federal tax return.  But Texas does not have a state income tax.

[drumman007]

since texas does not have a state income tax.  are  you  telling me that i am still required to file if i am self employed?

[VolvoGirl]

You are required to file a Federal IRS return for any income whether or not you are Self Employed.  If you have over $400 of self employment income you HAVE to file a federal return and pay self employment tax on it in addition to any regular income tax on it.

[fanfare]

Please be aware that in USA there are two governments, Federal and State.
Either or both may impose by law a tax on your income.