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Deduction FinderFive questions. One honest number.

Open QuickBooks and grab your numbers, or just round them off, ballpark is welcome. We'll show you what you're commonly able to deduct and your estimated self-employment tax after those deductions, not before.

Deductions found so far: $0
What do you do?
This decides which questions we ask next.
Rough gross income this year
Open QuickBooks and grab it, or just round it off. Ballpark is welcome.
$
Cost of goods sold
What it cost you to acquire or make what you sold: inventory, wholesale cost, samples, product kits. Zero is fine if this doesn't apply.
$
Everything-else expenses
One total, or break it into buckets if that's easier.
$
Miles driven for work
Business miles only, not your commute. Zero is fine if you don't drive for work.
Applied at 76¢/mile, the current IRS rate (Jul 1–Dec 31, 2026).

Deductions found

$0
Gross income (your estimate)$0
− Cost of goods sold$0
− Business expenses$0
− Mileage deduction (0 mi × 76¢)$0
= Estimated net profit$0

What records to keep

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    Disclaimer. This tool is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, accounting, or financial advice. Figures are estimates built from the numbers you enter and standard 2026 IRS rates; they are not a substitute for a licensed CPA, enrolled agent, or tax attorney. Whether a specific expense is deductible depends on facts this tool cannot see. Keep your records and confirm with a tax professional before filing.