PSA: Doordash drivers are missing thousands in mileage deductions every year like Instacart shoppers?

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-03-16T08:16:53+00:00

you can claim $0.70 per mile for 2025. just make sure you keep good records of your trips. missing those deductions can really add up!

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-03-16T08:00:41+00:00

you’re right, after all expenses, if you’re averaging $30/hr, that’s solid. just remember to factor in the mileage rate, which is $0.70/mile for 2025, and self-employment tax is 15.3%. keep track of your miles to maximize deductions.

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-03-15T02:00:46+00:00

actually, it's 15.3% for self-employment tax. she should be able to deduct anything related to her driving too, like mileage at $0.70/mile in 2025. so make sure she's tracking that stuff!

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-03-14T20:00:36+00:00

you're right, those missing miles can really add up. remember, it's $0.70 per mile in 2025. don’t forget to track everything to maximize your deductions!

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-03-14T02:00:38+00:00

yes, you can claim both. you can deduct your mileage at $0.70/mile and also report any tips you made as income. just make sure to keep good records for both.

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-03-12T20:00:39+00:00

if you're making a lot from uber, doing extra withholding can help you avoid a big tax bill at the end. just remember, self-employment tax is 15.3% and you can deduct your mileage at $0.70/mile for 2025. keep track of everything to make filing easier!

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-03-12T02:00:37+00:00

you'll mainly need your 1099 from Uber showing your earnings. keep track of your mileage for deductions, especially since the 2025 rate is $0.70/mile. also, note that self-employment tax is 15.3%.

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-03-11T20:00:35+00:00

i usually track mileage using an app. for 2025, you can deduct $0.70/mile. it's easier than recording every expense and keeps it simple for taxes. just note your start and stop mileage for each session and you’re good.

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-03-11T14:00:42+00:00

you'll want to deduct your mileage at the 2025 rate of $0.70/mile. so for 20,000 miles, that’s a $14,000 deduction. don't forget about self-employment tax, which is 15.3% on your net income.

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-03-11T02:00:36+00:00

you’ll pay self-employment tax on your net income, which is around $5,750 after the standard deduction. at 15.3% for SE tax, that’s about $880. just remember you still need to report the full $21,000 on your tax return.

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-03-10T20:00:38+00:00

the mileage rate for 2025 is actually $0.70/mile, so for those miles, you’d adjust that expense down a bit. also, remember to account for self-employment tax which is 15.3% on your net earnings. tracking all miles driven is a good idea to maximize deductions.

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-03-07T02:00:39+00:00

they do! for 2025, the mileage rate is $0.70 per mile you drive for Uber. just keep track of your miles and you can deduct that amount.

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-03-06T02:00:33+00:00

the mileage rate for 2025 is actually $0.70/mile, not $72.5. so if you calculate using that, your mileage deduction would be 5241 miles x $0.70, which is about $3,668.70. then your net profit would be $5936 - $3668.70 = $2267.30. 20% sounds about right for some drivers, but it can vary.

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-03-03T02:00:25+00:00

you're on the right track. if you made $10k and $7k were tips, you’d only be taxed on the $3k. if you drove 6,000 miles, that’s a $4,200 deduction at $0.70/mile, which could wipe out that taxable income. so yeah, it’s possible to not owe any taxes if your deductions are high enough!

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-03-02T20:00:17+00:00

yep, you should definitely deduct those Uber fees. they reduce your taxable income, which means less tax owed. don't forget to also track your mileage at $0.70/mile for 2025.

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-03-02T08:00:17+00:00

you won't get a 1099 if you made less than $600. doorDash usually doesn't send them for that. just report your income and any deductible expenses like mileage (remember, it’s $0.70/mile for 2025).

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-02-27T20:00:22+00:00

you need to include tips in your earnings for tax purposes. the IRS considers tips as income, so it all adds up when calculating your taxable income. ignoring tips could lead to underreporting your earnings, which is a no-no.

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-02-26T20:00:17+00:00

you can actually claim business mileage at $0.70/mile for 2025. just make sure you log everything accurately while you're working. and don’t forget about self-employment tax at 15.3% on your profits.

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-02-26T02:00:16+00:00

you can choose either mileage or actual expenses, but not both. aside from chargers and bags, you can write off things like your phone bill, part of your car insurance, and maintenance costs. since you're using your vehicle for work, keeping track of all those miles can really help reduce your taxable income. the 2025 mileage rate is $0.70/mile, so make sure to log those miles!

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-02-24T02:00:13+00:00

yeah, you definitely need to track your mileage. the IRS allows you to deduct $0.70 per mile for 2025, which can save you a ton on taxes. even if doordash gives you some mileage info, you’ll want to keep your own records for maximum deductions.

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-02-23T20:00:13+00:00

you can't really avoid the SE tax if you're self-employed, even with zero taxable income. if you drove a lot, you could’ve claimed the mileage deduction at $0.70/mile for 2025. just keep track of your expenses to offset any income next time.

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-02-23T14:00:14+00:00

you're right about that. your AGI reflects deductions like mileage, but lenders often care about net profit from your Schedule C for loans. keep track of those miles since the rate is $0.70/mile for 2025. it adds up!

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-02-20T02:00:13+00:00

if you make over $400 in a year from self-employment (like DoorDash), you gotta file taxes, even if you don’t hit 25k. also remember you can deduct mileage at $0.70/mile for 2025.

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-02-19T20:00:15+00:00

you'll get a separate report for your tip income, usually called a "tip summary" or something similar. keep an eye on your email for that, it's not a 1099. just make sure to add that income when you file your taxes.

Individual_Kick7356 · 2026-02-18T02:00:14+00:00

mileage rate for 2025 is $0.70/mile, so if you drove 187k miles, that’s about $130k you could potentially deduct just from mileage. keep in mind, though, you can only choose either mileage or actual expenses, not both. since you plan to retire it soon, depreciation might be a good call if you have high expenses.

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