Taxes
Quarterly Estimated Taxes: The Complete Freelancer Guide
When quarterly taxes are due, how safe harbor rules work, and how to avoid underpayment penalties.
Calculate your estimated IRS quarterly payments, self-employment tax (15.3%), and federal income tax for 2025/2026.
The IRS expects estimated payments across four annual deadlines: April 15, June 16, September 15, and January 15. Setting aside 25% to 30% of each client payment in a dedicated tax savings account ensures you are never caught unprepared.
When quarterly taxes are due, how safe harbor rules work, and how to avoid underpayment penalties.
Why self-employed professionals pay both employer and employee portions of FICA taxes.