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Side Hustle & Gig Income

“Do I owe taxes on side hustle money I got through Venmo?”

CommonQuick Question · 30 min · $95

Side hustle payments received through Venmo can have tax implications, but the answer often depends on what the money was for, whether it was payment for goods or services, and how the activity is classified for tax purposes. In many cases, personal transfers are treated differently from income tied to work, selling items, or freelance services. The way records are kept, including transaction notes and any forms issued by the payment platform, can also affect how the activity is reported. Whether the income is taxable can vary based on the full facts and the surrounding business activity. Working through the specifics with a CPA is the cleanest way to land on the right move.

In your 30-minute session, the KGOB advisor handling it will:

  • Read your exact situation and tell you, in plain English, what’s actually going on.
  • Lay out your options and the trade-offs — no jargon, no judgment.
  • Give you a clear next step you can act on, whether that’s with us or on your own.
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This page is a prompt to start a conversation, not tax or legal advice, and states no tax-law specifics as fact. A consult session does not by itself create an ongoing engagement. We do not promise specific outcomes or savings. Kohari Gonzalez Oneyear & Brown PLLC — Charlotte, NC.

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