Question for the folks who has freelanced on the w2 while having a full time job… what are the tax implications. If both incomes are being taxed does it matter if you explicitly state in one set of paperwork that you’re working more than one job?

Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

I do this all the time but my accountant deals with it.

Separate but related: Just don’t freelance for any agency under the same holding company as your fulltime job or payroll will notify them.

like

It matters because the correct withholding of tax dues is dependent on your total income, not just for each job. It's possible that the income from this second gig pushes you into a higher tax bracket. If so, it creates the possibility for a large tax bill come April if not enough was withheld by the employers over the course of the year's paychecks.

like

Only the amount that goes over the “tax bracket” will be charged the % of that tax bracket.

Tax bracket at $50k is 50% (example)
You made $55k.
You’ll get taxes at 50% for the $5k above $50k, and then a different % for the money under $50k.

NOT 50% for the whole $55k.

I would say.. 30%-40% goes to taxes if you’re W9. You charge $10k, you’ll get $10k in your bank account. No taxes have been taken out. Your tax preparer will charge a little extra for the extra work. this doesn’t sound like what you did.

If you’re W2, you typically just add both together. Why? W2 means your an employee. Taxes are already taken out for you before it gets to your paycheck. You can’t really deduct anything here. You’re an employee..

Related Posts

How do we get TSA Pre through AFS?

like

Looking for suggestions on stocks to invest for beginners? Any suggestions on YouTube channels or articles/people to follow to read and stay updated on these things?

like

With interest rates rising, I Bonds are back in the discussion. Thoughts?

Are US markets or Emerging markets the smart move for 2021? We have the fed but they don’t have the burden of future debt 🌎

like

I don’t play with options much, but I happened to buy VERU calls for 2/19 a little while ago and now it’s skyrocketing, it’s up over $1k for me- will it keep going up? Should I just take the profits now and be happy?

like

How much do professional, high-earning (300k+) people put down as down payment for their first home / condo in Manhattan? 20% seems pretty high given the median prices, but looks like thats standard

like

Any recommendations on JV funds, hard money, private equity etc to fund MFC deals and great residential deals brrr/flip. Finding some great deals in my local market. Any tips on raising capital or attracting investors?
Thanks in advance.

like

Hi Fishes, what is the monthly salary for this? With 1.5L in 80c and 15k monthly rent and using previous employer’s pf. Please help.

Post Photo
like

At what income level should one be comfortable to spend 2400/mo on rent in HCOL? Assuming single, no kids, no debt or major expenses.

like

What’s your tax strategy to minimize self employment taxes?

like

I got H1B Visa and 83000 USD dollar petition amount as annual package.I am confused as this amount will be enough to survive there with wife and 7 year old daughter.My wife is working here and together we are earning 50LPA annual.We are settled here by owning house too.Confusion is my wife will not be able to work there on H4 Visa so the kind of life we are living here will not be possible there.Thoughts?Suggestions?Pros and Cons?

like

Has anyone dealt with Peachtree Residential before? They build homes primarily in Atlanta and Charlotte.

like

Off topic

Is there any low interest or interest free loan policy available in thoughtworks?

Current employees, please comment...

like

Relocating from the west coast in late spring. We have three kids under 6. School system is important to us. Thinking relocating to the Lake Norman area or Fort Mills. Pros and Cons. Looking to purchase a house and sq at least 3250-3500 min. Any advise for the area.

What credit cards do you hold and which one do you recommend?

Is there a way to get closer to the 58000 total contribution limits in a 401k after initial contributions up the 19500 limit? My employer match isn’t great but I’ve maxed out my contributions this year and they’ve only added an additional 1500 so I’ll be at 21k total in the account for the year. How can I get more in there to bridge that 37k gap? Or can I?

like

Any investor interest in Healthcare SaaS Startup?

Investment: $500,000
M/M sales now: $12,500

like

When do you predict the dip? I've been waiting for so long, but don't want to buy now. VTI seems inflated.

likefunny

Advice for someone moving to SF for an entry level job? I want to start off strong but realistically I'll be spending nearly half my income on rent.

like

Does anyone here have a Tesla? Should I do it???...

like

More Posts

When you successfully get away by using another client’s deliverable at your new client.

Post Photo
likefunny

KPMG TRM folks - how is the job you do different than IT audit? How is the work life balance in TRM? Would you recommend a co-worker to move to TRM from external audit?

like

Go and collect your Welcome Kit / Return to Office kit 😜 from Barclays

Post Photo
like

Do people that are fully remote in big four go travel while still working? If so how do you manage this

like

I’m a junior and I have the opportunity to join the employment and benefits group as a specialist. The alternative is VC/M&A.

I’m under the impression that joining the EB group will still give me decent exit ops, has more manageable workflow (less unexpected dumpster fires like in deal-work), and a somewhat better WLB because of my previous point.

Any disagreement/any other things I should consider before deciding?

like

I need a suggestion.
I onboarded wipro with 20 Lakh salary and now I got offer from Tech M 23.5 Lakh salary. I am confused whether to join Tech M or not. What happen if I will not login to Wipro as I have only onboarded there. Is it worth to abscond Wipro for Tech M for 3.5 lakh annually extra salary pay

Is Tcs onboarding started in person? My onboarding manager asked me to report to noida for onboarding ,whereas I have asked for gurgaon location and work location on Ibegin also shows Gurgaon. Did she asked for Noida just for onboarding process or the work location will also change to Noida ?

like

How are your reviews of Nagarro? Is it better compared to Cognizant and TechMahindra? Does it renegotiate if we receive other offer after accepting their offer?

I am in need of some advice I have a bachelors in healthcare administration. My long term goal would be a CEO of a hospital. I am looking at masters programs and need some advice as what to get my masters in. I could get my masters in healthcare administration but would like to look at something a little different maybe healthcare leadership or something. Anyone have some advice?

like

Honey Nut, or Multi Grain? Also, may just be my elderly taste buds, but I'm pretty sure Honey Nut tasted better back in the day.

like

McKinsey & Company Does McKinsey & Company have designated onboarding days with a big group of new joiners starting at the same time?

like

Overall strongest sustainability consulting firms in Europe?

like

What should you be shooting for in TC at age 30, without an MBA?

like

Hi Fishes,
Does
Tavisca provide a laptop of it’s own or do we need to purchase and get the reimbursement? Tavisca

like

new to the bowl, just saying hi!

like

When does Accenture Capability pay Variable pay? If I join in May, when will I get the variable?

like

Fishes, what about work like balance in PwC UK, SAP practice?

like

Hi, had finished technical with Barclays will have salary negotiation, offer holding 13.1lpa YOE- 3.3 Tech- Java, springboot, microservices Please guide how much they can give base upon your experience Thanks Barclays

like

I have 5.5YOE, Got an offer for 25LPA CTC + RSU 10L vested over 5 years.

Domain is semiconductor software validation, can i do better ?

Not sure what salary to ask or expect since a lot of people get paid less than me and some get paid upto double for almost the same work.

Any tips for negotiating CTC and RSU ?

likesmart

What grade level/ classes does everyone teach?

I teach high school
- studio art
- drawing and painting
And starting next year a new graphic design course. 😊

like

Additional Posts in Creatives

like

I want to become an art director with zero design skills. I’m going to have someone else comp everything up for me. The ideas might be solid. Who wants to hire me?

like

I’ve always been comfortable concepting and writing. But when it comes to nitty gritty logistical stuff, I struggle. Like the discussions about aspect ratios, social post timelines, and the nuances of Facebook collection ads.

Can any other writers relate?

like

can a writer explain the new season of Dave to me?

like

What's the best manifesto you've ever written? Are you comfortable sharing it to see if people agree?

like

Looking to move to New York - does anyone know which agencies are hiring these days?

like

How can I help our UX/UI people and developers become more familiar with conceptual advertising? One Show books? Hey Whipple, Squeeze This?

likefunny

Does anyone have a Getty easy access account they can share we me?

likefunny

Things are apparently going to get better after a client will be leaving, I’ll get to work on different brands but I am feeling pretty burnt out from the agency I’m at. Will new clients help? Or should I look elsewhere. Been at the agency almost 3 years, I feel like I need to switch things up for my sanity.

like

Does Meta Facebook have an in house creative team?

likefunny

After multiple rounds of interviews, had anyone ever been offered a job that was a full level lower than the position you were interviewed for? What did you do?

Kind of wanna move to Europe, where do I find an awesome job europeople? CD.

like

What would you gain (if anything) in getting a portfolio review from a recruiter vs a creative director?

like

Newly minted Creative directors: What's the going salary these days in a major US market? SF, NYC, Boston, Chicago, LA.

like

Any recommendations for good improv clubs, places that teach comedy writing, or joke writing resources in general? Trying to punch myself up while we’re still WFH.

like

I always wondered what kind of side jobs that copywriter could do?
I barely get an offer and when i do, i felt bad for charging it much so i always go with “pay as you wish”

like

What do you do when your new creative director turns out to be cheesy as hell? Moving concepts to very cheesy/lame directions

like

Anyone know the salary range for an Art Director in LA?

like

Anyone know what they pay for acd and cd at martin?

likehelpful

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal