01/06/2026
💡 Let’s clear up a BIG tax misconception…
Did you make money by:
• Babysitting
• Doing hair, lashes, or nails
• Washing cars
• Cutting grass
• Cleaning houses
• Any type of side work or gig
👉🏽 According to the IRS, that counts as SELF-EMPLOYMENT income.
Yes — even if:
✔️ It wasn’t a registered business
✔️ You were paid in cash
✔️ You were paid via Cash App, Zelle, Venmo, or Apple Pay
📌 Important IRS facts you should know:
✔️ The IRS requires all income to be reported, regardless of how you were paid
✔️ Properly reporting self-employment income helps protect you from audits, penalties, and future IRS issues
✔️ If you have dependents, filing correctly may help you qualify for valuable tax credits and refunds
✔️ Reported income can help you establish proof of income for housing, vehicles, loans, and credit approval
✨ Don’t guess your way through tax season or leave money on the table.
📲 Work with a professional who understands IRS self-employment rules and knows how to file it the right way.
📩 Text “SELF-EMPLOYED” for more information
📞 205-667-6214
Kamil Brown
Cartel Tax & Credit Solution