TaxMadeEazy: Rideshare Ded

Use this when the user asks about 1099-DA forms, crypto broker reporting requirements, whether they're ready for crypto tax filing, or what records they need for digital asset taxes. Do NOT use this when the user asks about other tax forms (W-2, 1099-MISC), wants to file their return, or asks about non-crypto reporting requirements.

check_1099da_readiness

Use this when the user asks about crypto tax treatment, how crypto transactions are taxed, DeFi tax implications, NFT sale taxes, staking income tax, or wants to understand IRS categories for digital asset transactions. Do NOT use this when the user asks about filing returns, rideshare/Uber/Lyft deductions, rental property depreciation, or non-crypto tax topics.

classify_crypto_tax_events

Use this when the user asks about FIFO vs LIFO, crypto cost basis methods, which accounting method to use for crypto, or how different methods affect their tax outcome. Do NOT use this when the user asks about specific dollar amounts, wants a personalized recommendation on which method to choose, or asks about non-crypto cost basis.

compare_cost_basis_methods

Use this when the user wants to connect with a crypto tax specialist after reviewing transaction types, cost basis methods, or 1099-DA readiness. Submits contact info and crypto session data to match with a CPA. For the deductions_found field, pass the count of transaction types the user selected; for deductions_missing, pass the count of readiness items answered "no" or "unsure". Informational only — not tax advice. Do not use unless the user has explicitly requested CPA connection.

connect_with_crypto_tax_cpa

Use this when the user wants to connect with a tax specialist for verification and guidance after reviewing their deductions. Submits contact info and deduction findings to match with a CPA who specializes in their tax niche. Informational only — not tax advice. Do not use unless the user has explicitly requested CPA connection or expert help.

connect_with_tax_cpa

Use this when the user asks about U.S. tax deductions, write-offs, deductible expenses, Schedule C, 1099 income, mileage, self-employment tax, or quarterly estimated taxes for gig driving: Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, Uber Eats, Instacart, Grubhub, Amazon Flex, or similar rideshare and delivery work. Also use when a driver asks what they can write off or how to pay less tax on driving income. Returns an interactive checklist of IRS-cited deductions with estimated savings ranges. Informational only, not tax advice. Do not use for non-driving businesses, non-U.S. taxes, legal advice, tax filing, or refund calculations.

find_rideshare_tax_deductions

Initialize a widget session and receive a signed session token for event tracking. App-only — not for model invocation.

init_session

Internal analytics tool for tracking widget lifecycle events. App-only — not for model invocation.

track_widget_event