Taxnest tells U.S. freelancers exactly how much to set aside from every payment — so tax season never catches you off guard.
There's no automatic withholding when you're self-employed. Clients pay you in full, and it's on you to cover self-employment tax, federal tax, state tax, and your quarterly estimated payments. Miss it, and April turns into a $5,000+ surprise — plus penalties.
Taxnest fixes that the moment money hits your account.
LOG A PAYMENT, KNOW WHAT TO SAVE
Add any income — Stripe, PayPal, Venmo, Wise, Zelle, direct deposit — and instantly see the exact amount to set aside. No spreadsheets, no guessing.
SEE YOUR REAL TAX, ALL YEAR
A live breakdown of self-employment tax, federal income tax, and state income tax, with a running projection of your total bill.
NEVER MISS A QUARTERLY DEADLINE
Push reminders before every IRS estimated-tax due date, with clear steps on how to pay.
LOWER YOUR TAX BILL
Track deductions and write-offs by category — home office, equipment, software, education, marketing and more.
ASK ANYTHING ABOUT YOUR TAXES
Get plain-English answers to your freelance tax questions, built around your numbers.
ACCOUNTANT-READY REPORT
Export a clean PDF summary your accountant can use at tax time.
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Designers, developers, writers, consultants, photographers, coaches, creators and gig workers with 1099 income.
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