{"id":3239,"date":"2025-01-29T10:26:01","date_gmt":"2025-01-29T10:26:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.robbtax.co.uk\/blog\/?p=3239"},"modified":"2025-01-29T10:26:19","modified_gmt":"2025-01-29T10:26:19","slug":"do-you-need-to-pay-tax-on-your-side-hustle-income","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.robbtax.co.uk\/blog\/do-you-need-to-pay-tax-on-your-side-hustle-income\/","title":{"rendered":"Do you need to pay tax on your side hustle income?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Side hustles are a great way to boost your income, but they can come with tax obligations.<\/span><\/p>\n

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You could sell goods online, rent out property, or offer different services.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Whatever your extra source of income, it is important to understand when to report and pay tax on your earnings.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Even if your side hustle is occasional or part-time, assessing whether you need to report your earnings is essential.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Selling personal possessions<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Selling personal items such as clothes, furniture, or jewellery typically doesn\u2019t incur Income Tax.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, you might need to pay Capital Gains Tax (CGT) if an item is worth more than \u00a36,000.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

For instance, you sell an old painting for \u00a38,000 that you originally bought for \u00a31,600. With a gain of \u00a36,400, you may need to report this to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Selling goods<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

If you are buying items to resell, upcycling, or making products to sell, you are likely trading and will need to report this income. Examples include:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Upcycling furniture for resale<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    • Importing goods to sell on online marketplaces<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      • Reselling clothes from car boot sales for a profit<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Providing a service<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

        Income from services like gardening, babysitting, or dog walking must be reported. This includes payments received via online platforms.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

        For example, babysitting services advertised on an app may require you to report income to HMRC.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

        Creating online content<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

        Earnings from online content, such as videos, podcasts, or social media influencing, are taxable.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

        Even gifts or free services received in exchange for promoting products can count as income.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

        For example, a beauty influencer who receives products for reviews and advertising income must declare this to HMRC.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

        Renting out land or property<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

        Rental income from letting out a spare room, driveway, or a second property is taxable.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

        For instance, renting out a spare room via an online platform for short-term lets requires you to report this income.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

        Why reporting matters<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

        Failing to report side hustle income can lead to penalties or fines.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

        If you are unsure about your obligations, our team can help you calculate what tax should be (if any), and ensure you are compliant with HMRC rules. Contact us today.\u00a0<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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