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Side hustle tax by country (2026): thresholds, deadlines and what to do first

A country-by-country index for side hustle and freelance tax in 2026. UK, US, Canada, Australia, Ireland, Singapore, New Zealand and Hong Kong: thresholds, deadlines, pitfalls, and the one setup step that prevents surprises.

27 Apr 20263 min read

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Freelance day rate calculator: how to set your rate in 2026 (UK, US, AU)

The exact formula for calculating a freelance day rate that matches your salary goal after tax, downtime, pension and equipment. Includes country-specific worked examples for UK, US and Australia.

25 Apr 20268 min read

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UK

Side hustle tax in the UK: a 2026 Self Assessment guide for beginners

Everything UK side hustlers need to know about Self Assessment in 2026: the £1,000 trading allowance, when to register with HMRC, what counts as expenses, payment dates and the simple system that keeps you out of trouble.

12 Apr 20265 min read

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US

US 1099 freelance tax in 2026: a complete guide for new self employed Americans

Everything US side hustlers need to know about 1099 tax in 2026. Self employment tax, Schedule C, quarterly estimated payments, common deductions and the simple cash flow system that keeps you out of trouble with the IRS.

3 Apr 20265 min read

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Australia

Side hustle tax in Australia: a 2026 GST and ABN guide for sole traders

What every Australian side hustler needs to know in 2026. ABN, GST, the A$75,000 threshold, Personal Services Income rules, deductible expenses, BAS lodgement and the simple system that keeps you out of trouble with the ATO.

2 Apr 20266 min read

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