Regularly employed people[edit] For 2014, the employee's share of the Social Security portion of the FICA tax is 6.2% of gross compensation up to a limit of $117,000 of gross compensation (resulting in a maximum Social Security tax of $7,254).
You can find more details on how to complete Schedule C in this step-by-step process explanation. How Do I File Schedule C with the IRS? File Schedule C with your Form 1040 after entering your net business income from line 31 of your Schedule C on line 12, Business Income or Loss. This income is included with all other income sources to determine your total adjusted gross income tax liability.
Schedule C or C-EZ. There are two forms to report self-employment income. You must file a Schedule C, Profit or Loss from Business, or Schedule C-EZ, Net Profit from Business, with your Form 1040. You may use Schedule C-EZ if you had expenses less than $5,000 and meet other conditions.