Note: This article contains affiliate links. This article is intended for general informational purposes and may not reflect your unique tax situation. If you’re a driver in the gig economy, you are operating as an independent contractor and a sole proprietor — A business owner! And as the new owner of non-W2 business income, your taxes […]
How much does Uber cost? Get a fare estimate & see prices
Do you want to know how much your Uber will cost before you request it? You might not want to get an Uber if you have no idea how much the ride will cost! The good news is that Uber provides upfront cost estimates right inside the app. The best way to get an Uber […]
Will you pass the Uber background check? See the latest requirements
If you want to drive with Uber or deliver for Uber Eats, you must undergo a background check that looks into your criminal history and driving record. Uber can reject your application if your background doesn’t meet the current screening criteria! Read on to learn how the background check works and what issues in your […]
You can cancel any Lyft ride, but watch out for fees! How to get a refund
Have you ever been charged a cancellation fee on Lyft? It’s a frustrating charge, especially if you don’t think it was justified. Learn how cancellation fees work on Lyft and see how to dispute a fee and get a refund! What you need to know To cancel a Lyft ride, tap Edit ride > Cancel […]
Can you drive for Uber with your car? See vehicle requirements
If you want to drive for Uber, you need to have access to a vehicle that meets all of the current requirements. You a few options: You can use a vehicle you already own, you can rent a vehicle through Uber, or you can buy a qualifying car. Read on to learn the current Uber […]
How much luggage can Ubers fit? See the capacity for each ride type
It’s not always obvious which Uber ride type you should choose when traveling to the airport, carrying luggage, or traveling with a big group. To pick the right ride, you need to know how many people each Uber ride type can fit, the luggage capacity, and how much the ride will cost. Read on to […]
Driving for Uber in the military: See the requirements
Driving for Uber is appealing for military members because it allows you to work on a flexible schedule that you can fit into the unpredictable military life. But enlisted members regularly move around the country and the world for training, deployments, and other obligations. That means that military members run into a problem during the […]
Round trip in an Uber? How to add multiple stops and do a round trip
Did you know that you can add up to 5 stops on an Uber ride? Multiple stops make it easy to pick up friends or do a round trip. But Uber drivers will only wait up to 3 minutes at each stop, so make your stops quick! You can even do a round trip by […]
How Zipcar Works, And Why It’s Still A Good Car Service
Ridesharing apps are having their big moment in the marketplace right now, but Zipcar began providing a unique transportation service before Uber or Lyft started making headlines. Remember Zipcar? It’s a car rental service that allows you to reserve a car for an hourly rate. You might have seen the green Zipcar parking spaces on college […]
How existing DoorDash users can get free credits and discounts
It’s easy to find a DoorDash promo code or referral link that gives new users a discount when you try the app for the first time. But how can you save on DoorDash when you’ve already claimed your sign up bonus? What if you’re an existing user? Promo codes that work for existing users aren’t […]