Is Your Ebay Activity A Business Or A Hobby
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Is Your eBay Activity a Business or a Hobby?
Summary:
Many eBay sellers initially start out just trying to declutter, but sometimes this hobby evolves into a profitable business. It's important to understand the distinction between a hobby and a business for tax purposes.A hobby is something you do for enjoyment, and it might earn some income. However, this income must still be reported on your tax return. On the flip side, genuine businesses allow you to deduct expenses, whereas hobbies do not, or only up to the amount you earn.
How to Determine if Your Activity is a Business or a Hobby
The key difference between a business and a hobby is the motivation for profit. The IRS uses nine factors to help make this determination:
1. Whether you operate in a business-like manner.
2. The time and effort you invest in making a profit.
3. Whether the activity is essential for your livelihood.
4. If losses are due to uncontrollable circumstances.
5. Whether you've changed your methods to boost profitability.
6. Whether you have the necessary expertise or seek advice to run a successful business.
7. Past success with similar profit-making activities.
8. Whether the activity occasionally turns a profit and the size of those profits.
9. Future expectations of making a profit.
Steps to Show You're Running a Business
To signal that you’re conducting a business, consider the following:
- Obtain an employer identification number (EIN).
- Register a business name.
- Use a separate checking account for business transactions.
- Hire an accountant to manage your finances.
- Draft a business plan.
- Track the time you spend on business activities weekly.
- Seek advice from other business owners or professionals to enhance profitability.
Conclusion
To reduce the income tax on your eBay sales, treat your activities as a business rather than a hobby. By implementing these strategies, you can deduct business expenses and minimize your tax obligations.
Here's to your financial success,
Kristine McKinley
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