If you provide a service, own a business, or own and run a farm, you are self-employed. Self-employment income is reported as Net Profits From Business on your New Jersey Income Tax return.
Some examples of self-employment include:
Examples of gig work include:
Be sure to maintain business records throughout the year if you plan to claim a NJEITC. You must be able to prove you earn income to claim this credit.
Business records can include:
If you are not able to produce adequate business records, we may not be able to approve a NJEITC.