self-employment taxes
Self-employment taxes refer to the obligations and payments made by self-employed individuals, including freelancers, sole proprietors, and independent contractors, to fund their contributions to Social Security and Medicare. These taxes are made on both the employer and employee portions of these programs, covering a combined rate known as the self-employment tax.
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