Self-Employed & 1099 Taxes in Chicago, IL

Schedule C, quarterly estimates, and deductions for freelancers and gig workers.

Who needs this

Freelancers, contractors, gig workers, and anyone with 1099 income.

What it costs

DIY software handles simple cases; a pro usually pays off once you have real expenses or employees.

The Chicago picture

Chicago taxpayers filed 1,227,440 returns at an average AGI of $97,818. Self-employment runs high here — 21.4% of returns include Schedule C income, which raises both complexity and the value of good help.

FAQ

How much does self-employed & 1099 taxes cost in Chicago?

DIY software handles simple cases; a pro usually pays off once you have real expenses or employees.

Who needs self-employed & 1099 taxes?

Freelancers, contractors, gig workers, and anyone with 1099 income.

How many providers serve Chicago?

The IRS lists 10,477 credentialed preparers in Chicago, IL — 2,626 CPAs, 506 enrolled agents, and 943 tax attorneys.

Local providers

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LUIS ALVAREZ

(312) 879-2000

MARIA TAI AND ASSOCIATES INC

(312) 225-6460

T.P.P Tax Solution

LaDiva's Tax Service

(312) 371-4198

Takilia Lawson

(773) 403-8165

BAP 5 TAX SERVICE

SHAZIA ABBAS

JAFFAR ABBAS

7738657409

Med Business World

3122449640