2024 Tax Calendar for Freelancers
Never miss an important tax deadline again. Stay organized with our comprehensive tax calendar designed specifically for freelancers and self-employed professionals.
📅 Upcoming Deadlines
💰 Q4 2024 Estimated Tax Payment
January 15, 2025
📄 Issue 1099s to Contractors
January 31, 2025
📄 S-Corp Tax Returns Due
March 15, 2025
📄 Individual Tax Returns Due
April 15, 2025
Complete 2024 Tax Calendar
January 2024
💰 Q4 2023 Estimated Tax Payment Due
January 15, 2024
Final quarterly payment for 2023 tax year
📄 Issue 1099s to Contractors
January 31, 2024
If you paid contractors $600+ in 2023
📄 File Form 1096 (Summary of 1099s)
January 31, 2024
Summary form for all 1099s issued
February 2024
📄 Issue 1099s to IRS
February 28, 2024
Electronic filing deadline for 1099 forms
March 2024
📄 S-Corp Tax Return Due (Form 1120S)
March 15, 2024
Or file extension by this date
📄 Partnership Tax Return Due (Form 1065)
March 15, 2024
For multi-member LLCs and partnerships
April 2024
📄 Individual Tax Return Due (Form 1040)
April 15, 2024
Or file extension by this date
💰 Q1 2024 Estimated Tax Payment Due
April 15, 2024
First quarterly payment for 2024
🏦 IRA/SEP-IRA Contribution Deadline
April 15, 2024
For 2023 tax year contributions
June 2024
💰 Q2 2024 Estimated Tax Payment Due
June 17, 2024
Second quarterly payment for 2024
September 2024
💰 Q3 2024 Estimated Tax Payment Due
September 16, 2024
Third quarterly payment for 2024
📄 Extended S-Corp Returns Due
September 16, 2024
If extension was filed in March
October 2024
📄 Extended Individual Returns Due
October 15, 2024
If extension was filed in April
📄 Extended Partnership Returns Due
October 15, 2024
If extension was filed in March
December 2024
🏦 SEP-IRA Establishment Deadline
December 31, 2024
Must establish SEP-IRA by year-end
📋 Equipment Purchase Deadline
December 31, 2024
For 2024 Section 179 deduction
Tax Planning Tips
📋 Stay Organized
- • Set up calendar reminders for all deadlines
- • Keep monthly expense records updated
- • Maintain separate business bank accounts
- • Track mileage and business expenses daily
💰 Quarterly Payments
- • Pay 25% of expected annual tax each quarter
- • Use safe harbor rule (100% of prior year tax)
- • Make payments by 11:59 PM on due date
- • Consider paying slightly more to avoid penalties
📄 Year-End Planning
- • Review and maximize business deductions
- • Consider equipment purchases before Dec 31
- • Plan retirement contributions (SEP-IRA, Solo 401k)
- • Organize documents for tax preparation
🚨 Avoid Penalties
- • File extensions if you need more time
- • Pay estimated taxes even if filing extension
- • Keep detailed records for all deductions
- • Consult a CPA for complex situations
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