Hi everyone, I’ve been doing paid surveys in my spare time and recently earned a decent amount. I’m unsure if I need to report these earnings on my taxes. I’m new to this and don’t want to face any issues later. Do I need to report earnings from paid surveys on my taxes, and if so, how should I go about it? Thanks for your help!
I’ve done some surveys too, and from what I know, yeah, you should report it, especially if it’s adding up. If it’s over $600, it’s definitely a must, but even smaller amounts can matter. I usually just add it as “other income” when I do my taxes—super simple. Better safe than sorry, right?
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Yes, you generally need to report earnings from paid surveys on your taxes. Any income you earn from paid surveys should be reported on your tax return, regardless of the amount. This includes cash payments, gift cards, and other prizes.
It is important to note that if you earn more than $600 from a single survey company in a year, they are required to send you a Form 1099-MISC or W-9, which you will use to report your income.