carsNskis
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Not in general, but that all depends on you, your city, where you're driving etc. South Side Chicago def not, South Suburban Denver all good
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mendoza_juan
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If you're scared don't do it. If you're cautious, bring some mace
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The Champ
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I am not an Uber driver, but I would expect that Uber just gives you a 1099 for what they pay you. If you don't know what a 1099 - it's simply an IRS form that reports how much they paid you.
Uber won't take out any taxes. That's up to you to take care of.
They also don't write off anything for you. It's up to you to report your expenses when you file your taxes.
When you file your taxes, if you want to deduct your expenses, you will need to document what percentage of your miles driven were for business purposes. If 20% of your total miles driven was while driving for Uber - then you can deduct 20% of your gas, your insurance, 20% of the interest on your auto loan (if financed) and your maintenance.
Depending on your tax situation - you may not benefit by itemizing deductions though. For some people - the standard deduction is better.
Drunkachu
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It would only depend on if you're careful or the area you're in. I would just be prepared for anything. Maybe have a camera, mirrors, possible self defense weapon. There's actually a new app for women drivers kind of like Uber but I'm not sure how that is yet. The chances of you getting a dangerous person is slim but you're taking your chances regardless of if you're prepared for it or not.
TheGreenDragon
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I was thinking about joining UberX before reading some of the crazy stories out there.
It's appalling what some people will do just because they know it's your personal car, and they get sick thrills from damaging your property.
It's appalling what some people will do just because they know it's your personal car, and they get sick thrills from damaging your property.
mendoza_juan
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Ya..... definitely considering working with my brother in law in construction while I'm laid off over driving. I don't want stupids messing with my car, besides getting complaints my car is too loud and the vibrations for the engine and trans mounts
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Been doing it for over a year and I have NEVER had an issue with damage by a passenger. I just went over 1500 rides between Uber and LYFT.
x2 on all of this. The original premise of Uber, Lyft etc was to be a ridesharing service, not an underhanded, glorified taxi company. If you drive for them with regular insurance, everything is fine and dandy...until you get in an accident and you have to ID the people who were with you in your vehicle.
As a rider, it's awesome. I can't speak for the drivers, but it seems like a somewhat risky proposition.