Michael Torres
CPA, Former IRS Revenue Agent
Adjusted Gross Income (AGI)
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Definition
Gross income minus specific adjustments like self-employed health insurance and half of self-employment tax.
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FAQs
Why does AGI matter?
Determines eligibility for many deductions and credits.
What adjustments can gig workers take?
Half of SE tax, health insurance, retirement contributions.
Similar Terms
1099 Form
IRS tax form reporting income paid to non-employees, commonly 1099-NEC for contractor pay or 1099-K for payment platforms.
1099-K
Tax form reporting payments from payment networks like PayPal or gig platforms when exceeding annual thresholds.
1099-NEC
Tax form for non-employee compensation of $600 or more, replacing Box 7 of the old 1099-MISC for contractor payments.
Self-Employment Tax
Social Security and Medicare taxes for self-employed individuals, totaling 15.3% on net earnings.
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