A Comprehensive Guide to Filing T2125 for Self-Employed Taxes

TLDRLearn how to file T2125 for self-employed taxes in Canada. Understand the purpose of T2125 and how it relates to your personal tax return. Discover the nine sections of the form and what information to include. Get insights into gross income and net income, and how to calculate your business expenses. Find out how to determine your industry code and fill out the form accurately. Use wealthsimple tax for a step-by-step walkthrough.

Key insights

📝T2125 is a Canadian taxpayer form used to report self-employment or professional services on personal taxes.

💼Sole proprietors fill out T2125 along with their T1 tax return to report self-employment income.

💰T2125 helps calculate taxes earned from side hustles or self-employment activities.

📋T2125 consists of nine sections, including identification, income, expenses, and net income.

💡Understanding gross income and net income is crucial for filling out T2125 accurately.

Q&A

Who needs to fill out T2125?

Anyone with self-employment income or income from a small business that is not incorporated.

Do I need a business name to fill out T2125?

No, you can leave it blank if you don't have a business name.

Can I run multiple businesses under one sole proprietorship?

Yes, you can run multiple businesses under one sole proprietorship and fill out a separate T2125 for each business.

What expenses can I deduct on T2125?

You can deduct relevant business expenses such as advertising, business licenses, insurance, and meals.

How can wealthsimple tax help with filling out T2125?

Wealthsimple tax provides a user-friendly platform and step-by-step walkthrough to help you accurately fill out T2125.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to filing T2125 for self-employed taxes in Canada.

00:10Explanation of what T2125 is and its purpose in reporting self-employment income on personal taxes.

01:30Overview of the nine sections of T2125, including identification, income, expenses, and net income.

03:20Importance of understanding gross income and net income for accurate T2125 filing.

05:40Clarification on who needs to fill out T2125 and the requirement of a business name.

06:50Information on running multiple businesses under one sole proprietorship.

08:15Examples of deductible business expenses for T2125.

09:30Explanation of how wealthsimple tax can assist with filling out T2125.