> The problem is w2 employees (i.e. most of the workforce) get their taxes taken out of their paychecks automatically That's not a requirement, though. You can

> The problem is w2 employees (i.e. most of the workforce) get their taxes taken out of their paychecks automatically That's not a requirement, though. You can opt to have no taxes withheld and just pay what you owe in April. Of course, if you then don't pay your taxes, the IRS will find you.