Self-Employed – Social Security and Medicare Payments
You are self-employed if you operate a trade, business or profession, either by yourself or as a partner. You report your earnings for Social Security when you file your federal income tax return. If your net earnings are $400 or more in a year, you must report your earnings on Schedule SE in addition to the other tax forms you must file. |
Work credits |
Figuring your net earnings |
Optional method |
How to report earnings |
Family business arrangements |
Contacting Social Security |