Hi, I'm Mark. For tax purposes, it's important to understand that wages must be included as income on tax returns. However, many people are unaware that cash earned from side jobs must also be reported. - The IRS considers all forms of income, whether through money, property, or services, to be taxable unless specified otherwise. It is a common misconception that if a taxpayer doesn't receive a Form 1099-MISC or if the income is under $600, it is not taxable. In reality, there is no minimum amount that can be excluded from gross income. - All income earned through a taxpayer's business as an independent contractor or from informal side jobs is considered self-employment income and is fully taxable. It must be reported on Form 1040, using Schedule C to report income and expenses. Taxpayers must also prepare Form 1040 Schedule SE for self-employment taxes if their net profit exceeds $400 in a year. - It's important to note that this self-employment income should not be reported on Form 1040, Line 21, as other income. Independent contractors must report all income, regardless of the amount, even if the client does not issue a Form 1099-MISC. - This rule applies to fees received for various services such as babysitting, house cleaning, and lawn care, even if they are less than $600. For more information, please visit attacks.com.