Anticipated changes to the reporting guidelines for the 1099-K form in the 2023 tax year were expected to impact both the minimum number of transactions and the previous $20,000 reporting threshold. However, the IRS has recently announced that the reporting threshold will remain unchanged. Although there were initial plans to significantly reduce it to $600, the IRS has decided to defer this adjustment until the 2024 tax filing period. As a result, for the tax year 2023 and prior, payment apps and online marketplaces will only be obligated to issue Forms 1099-K to taxpayers who receive over $20,000 and have over 200 transactions. Looking ahead to tax year 2024, the IRS intends to implement a $5,000 threshold to gradually introduce reporting requirements.

What are Instacart Shopper 1099-K taxes?

• 1099-K form: Instacart often provides shoppers with 1099-K forms. The total amount earned from Instacart transactions is reported on this form, constituting taxable income.
• Income tax: As indicated on the 1099-K form, shoppers are often obligated to pay income tax on their Instacart earnings. The applicable income tax rate is determined by your filing status and total income.
• Self-employment tax: When you work as an Instacart shopper, you must pay self-employment taxes, covering Medicare and Social Security.

Who is responsible for paying Instacart Shopper taxes?

While tax payments aren’t mandatory for all Instacart shoppers, it's important to know if you’ll need to make tax payments. Generally speaking, if you fit any of the following requirements, you'll have to pay taxes on your Instacart shopping income if you are a resident or citizen of the United States. Instacart Shopper 1099-K taxes are largely applicable to U.S. taxpayers.

How can I get my 1099-K from Instacart?

• Electronic delivery: Your 1099-K forms will normally be delivered electronically by Instacart via your account. Log into your account to view and download your forms.
• Physical mail: Instacart will mail your 1099-K form to your registered address if you opted for a paper copy.

Which tax forms are required?

• 1099-K: This document shows how much money you've received from your Instacart transactions.
• Schedule C: Your net profit or loss from your Instacart shopping activities is recorded on Schedule C.
• Schedule SE: One of the most important parts of your tax obligations as an Instacart shopper is calculating your self-employment tax, and you'll need this form to do it.

How can you reduce your Instacart Shopper taxes?

• Business expenses: Deducting allowable business expenses, such as transportation costs, parking fees, and phone bills, can reduce your taxable income.
• Estimated quarterly taxes: When you're self-employed, you’re expected to pay estimated quarterly taxes. Making accurate and on-time payments can help you avoid IRS penalties and interest.
• Tax credits: These are a dollar-for-dollar subtraction from your taxable income. IRS tax credits include the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and the Child and Dependent Care Credit.

What Instacart Shopper write-offs can you deduct?

• Transportation expenses: Deduct the cost of maintaining and operating your vehicle for your Instacart shopping activities.
• Communication expenses: You can deduct expenses related to phone calls and data usage for coordinating with Instacart.
• Supplies: Deduct the cost of any supplies you need to perform your Instacart shopping job, such as insulated bags.
• Advertisement expenses: Deduct the cost of advertising your services as an Instacart shopper.

When should you file your Instacart Shopper 1099-K tax return?

• January 31: Instacart typically sends 1099 forms by this date. Ensure your contact information on your Instacart account is accurate for swift receipt.
• April 15: File all necessary tax forms by this date to meet IRS deadlines. Consider seeking professional assistance to ensure accurate filing.
• Quarterly estimated taxes: For individuals with substantial earnings through Instacart, consider making quarterly estimated tax payments to prevent a large tax bill at year-end.

How can FlyFin assist you with filing your Instacart Shopper 1099-K?

• Tax preparation: FlyFin is equipped with an expert CPA team to help you file a completely accurate tax return, including your 1099-K taxes. You’ll also be covered with full audit insurance.
• Tax planning: They provide tax planning techniques, including accurate self-employment tax calculations and individual tax planning sessions, to lower your taxes.
• Expert guidance: FlyFin’s tax professionals can address all your tax-related questions and offer advice on how to optimize credits and deductions.
• Managing your Instacart Shopper 1099-K taxes is key to maximizing your tax savings and maintaining compliance with tax laws. FlyFin is there to help with all your Instacart Shopper 1099-K tax needs and ensures that managing your Instacart Shopper 1099-K taxes helps get you save the most possible.

What’s FlyFin?

FlyFin caters to the tax needs of freelancers, gig workers, independent contractors and sole proprietors. But anyone can file taxes through FlyFin! FlyFin tracks all your business expenses automatically using A.I. technology. Then, our CPA team files a guaranteed 100% accurate tax return for you – to save you a couple thousand dollars and a ton of time on your taxes. In addition, you can download the FlyFin app and have your taxes filed in less than fifteen minutes, saving time and money.