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Tasks & labor · Checked November 2026

GreenPal requirements

Bid on local lawn mowing jobs. Free to join, with no bidding or monthly fees; GreenPal keeps 5% of each payment and Stripe charges card processing. You supply your own equipment.

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At a glance

Source: GreenPal vendor fee summary. Gas and wear typically cut this 25–40%.

Minimum age
Not published
Background check
ID only
Vehicle
Truck or van
Payout
Via Stripe
Reported pay
You bid; GreenPal keeps 5% plus card fees
Worker type
Contractor

What you'll need

Before your first GreenPal shift.

  1. Set aside money for taxes

    Nobody withholds taxes from contract pay. If your net earnings from self-employment are $400 or more in a year, you owe self-employment tax of 15.3% (Social Security and Medicare) on top of regular income tax. You have to report all of it, even if the platform never sends you a 1099. Move a share of every payout into a separate account so the bill doesn't surprise you.

    Source: IRS: Self-employment tax · IRS: Manage taxes for your gig work

  2. Know the quarterly tax dates

    Independent contractors may need to pay estimated taxes four times a year to avoid a penalty: April 15, June 15, September 15, and January 15. If a date lands on a weekend or holiday, it moves to the next business day. If you also have a regular W-2 job, you can have extra tax withheld from that paycheck instead, using a new Form W-4.

    Source: IRS: Manage taxes for your gig work

  3. Keep receipts and payout records

    Save receipts for work expenses (phone, gear, supplies, fees) and keep a record of every payout. Deductible expenses lower the tax you owe, but only if you can show them. A free spreadsheet works; so does a separate debit card used only for work costs.

    Source: IRS: Manage taxes for your gig work

  4. Have a bank account or debit card ready

    Platforms pay by direct deposit or to a debit card, and faster cash-out options usually need a debit card. Check the app's payout terms before your first cash-out, since instant transfers can carry a fee.

The full first-week checklist →

GreenPal questions

How old do you have to be to work for GreenPal?
GreenPal doesn't publish a minimum age we could confirm; most platforms require 18.
Does GreenPal require a background check?
No criminal background check is listed. GreenPal verifies your identity instead.
How fast does GreenPal pay?
Customers pay through Stripe, and Stripe controls the payout schedule to your bank.
How much does GreenPal pay?
Reported pay is You bid; GreenPal keeps 5% plus card fees, according to GreenPal vendor fee summary. Vehicle costs like gas and wear typically cut that by 25–40%.
Do you need a car for GreenPal?
Yes. GreenPal requires a pickup truck, van, or similar vehicle.
Is GreenPal a W-2 job or independent contractor work?
Independent contractor work. GreenPal workers are contractors, so you cover your own expenses and set aside money for self-employment taxes.

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Sources

  1. GreenPal: Vendor sign-up and fee summary
  2. GreenPal: Vendor terms

Last checked November 2026. Requirements change often, so confirm with GreenPal before you rely on them.