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Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo

Araceli Benitez

Head of Growth

Araceli (She/Her) is the Head of Growth at Solo

Having worked in fast-paced startup environments throughout her career, Araceli is a tenacious problem-solver who finds comfort in chaos. Outside of work, Araceli enjoys running, watching scary movies, and obsessing over her cat, Nala. 

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Instacart Shopper Tax Deductions in 2026

Instacart Shopper Tax Deductions in 2026

Instacart shopper deductions for 2026: the new tip deduction, mileage, gear and phone costs, and what shoppers can save

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
October 23, 2026
Amazon Flex Driver Tax Deductions in 2026

Amazon Flex Driver Tax Deductions in 2026

Amazon Flex tax deductions for 2026: mileage, phone, gear and more, plus what you can’t write off and how much you can save.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
October 23, 2026

Uber and Lyft Mileage in 2026: What to Log Between Rides

Uber and Lyft only count miles you drive online. See which miles between rides to log in 2026 and how not to double-count.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
October 17, 2026

Spark Driver Taxes in 2026: 1099s, Tips & Deductions

Spark Driver taxes for 2026: your 1099, the new tip deduction, mileage write-offs, and quarterly deadlines explained.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
October 13, 2026

Roadie Driver Taxes in 2026: 1099s, Deductions & Deadlines

Roadie driver taxes for 2026: the new $2,000 1099 rule, deductions that cut your bill, and quarterly tax deadlines.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
October 13, 2026

Amazon Flex Mileage Tracking in 2026: The Complete Guide

Amazon Flex doesn't track your miles. See what counts, 2026 IRS rates, and how to log every mile for a bigger deduction.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
October 13, 2026

DoorDash Driver Sign-Up Bonus 2026: What New Dashers Can Actually Earn

DoorDash's 2026 sign-up bonus is a Guaranteed Earnings offer, and tips don't count. See what new Dashers actually earn.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
October 17, 2026

How Much Do Gopuff Drivers Make in 2026?

Gopuff drivers average $13.08/hr in 2026. See real Gopuff driver pay data from 1M+ gig workers tracked by Solo.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
October 17, 2026
Solo's 2026 gig pay analysis illustration

Which Gig App Pays the Most Per Hour in 2026?

Solo ranked 10 gig apps by average hourly pay in 2026. Amazon Flex leads at $23.74/hr; DoorDash pays $15.12.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
September 28, 2026
Multi-app gig driving guide — managing earnings across multiple delivery and rideshare platforms

The Complete Guide to Multi-App Gig Driving in 2026

How to multi-app as a gig driver in 2026 — and how Solo tracks your earnings, mileage, and expenses across every app.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
September 22, 2026
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7 Best Mileage Tracker Apps for Gig Workers in 2026

Seven mileage tracker apps for gig workers compared in 2026 — what each one does well, and where each one falls short.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
September 22, 2026
1099 for Gig Workers

The Gig Worker’s Guide to 1099 Taxes in 2026

Contractor status, 1099-NEC and 1099-K thresholds, self-employment tax, mileage deductions, and how to file your gig income.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
September 21, 2026
Walmart Spark driver pay in 2026: $15 per delivery and $21 per hour on average

Walmart Spark Driver Pay 2026: $15 Per Delivery, $21/hr Average

Spark drivers average $15 per delivery ($11 base + $4 tip) and $21.04/hr — real Solo data from Jan–Jun 2026.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
October 23, 2026

How Does DoorDash Work for Drivers? Pay, Payouts & Requirements

This breaks down exactly how DoorDash calculates what you earn, how and when you get paid, and what it takes to start dashing.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
September 21, 2026
How to Become a DoorDash Driver: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Become a DoorDash Driver in 2026: A Step-by-Step Guide

Everything you need to start Dashing this week — requirements, sign-up steps, background check timelines, and what to expect.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
October 23, 2026
DoorDash vs Instacart

Instacart vs. DoorDash for Drivers: Which Pays Better in 2026?

Real driver data settles the Instacart vs. DoorDash pay question, gross and net hourly, tips, mileage, and best hours to work.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
September 21, 2026
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What Are the Best Hours and Areas to Drive for Gig Apps?

The dinner rush is quietly one of the worst times to drive. Here's what actually moves your hourly rate.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
August 27, 2026
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What’s the Best Mileage Tracker App for Gig Drivers? (2026)

Detecting drives is easy. Sorting work miles from personal is the part most mileage tracker apps hand back to you.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
September 21, 2026

Sherpa: The AI Assistant That Tracks Mileage, Taxes, and Earnings for Gig Workers

Sherpa is the AI assistant inside Solo that tracks mileage, 1099 taxes, and earnings across every gig platform you work.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
September 21, 2026
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IRS Mileage Rate 2026: Mid-Year Increase to 76 Cents Per Mile — What Gig Workers Need to Know

The IRS bumped the business mileage rate to 76¢/mile on July 1, 2026. Here's what the rare mid-year change means for drivers.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
September 21, 2026

Solo vs. Gridwise: Which Gig Work App Is Best in 2026?

Both track your gig work across Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash. Only one has an AI, files your taxes, and guarantees your pay.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
September 21, 2026
How Much Do DoorDash Drivers Make in Miami? A Complete Breakdown

How Much Do DoorDash Drivers Make in Miami in 2026? A Complete Breakdown

See real 2026 pay data for Miami DoorDash drivers.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
October 23, 2026
How much do Uber drivers make in Miami?

Uber Driver Pay in Miami 2026: $18.70/hr Average (Best Hours)

Miami Uber drivers average $18.70/hr gross in 2026 — late-night weekends index 116 vs the weekly average.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
October 23, 2026

Uber Eats vs DoorDash Driver Pay 2026: $15.95 vs $14.16/hr

DoorDash now out-earns Uber Eats at the median — but not everywhere. H1 2026 driver pay data, city by city.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
September 29, 2026

DoorDash Driver Pay in Dallas 2026: $15.70/hr Median (Best Hours)

Dallas Dashers earn a median $15.70/hr — $7.59 base + $7.88 tips. Late-night weekends pay 9% above baseline.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
October 23, 2026

Grubhub vs DoorDash: Which Pays More in 2026?

Grubhub averages $17.98/hr vs DoorDash's $15.15 — 2026 data from 1M+ drivers. Full pay comparison.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
September 28, 2026
Uber Pet for Drivers: extra pay, pet rules and cleaning fees

Uber Pet for Drivers: Extra Pay, Rules & Fees (2026)

Uber Pet pays drivers an extra $4 per pet ride. How to opt in, pet rules, service-animal policy & cleaning fees for 2026.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
October 23, 2026

How to Maximize Your Earnings as a Favor Runner: A Complete Guide

Learn all about delivering with Favor Delivery, from signing up to maximizing your earnings.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
September 21, 2026

GoPuff Driver Guide 2026: Pay, Requirements & How to Start

How to drive for GoPuff in 2026 — requirements, micro-fulfillment shifts, pay structure, and how to earn more.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
October 21, 2026

How Much Do Roadie Drivers Make in 2026?

Roadie drivers average about $10/hr and $10.94 per delivery in 2026. See how pay works and tips to earn more.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
October 2, 2026
How much do Instacart Shoppers Make

How Much Do Instacart Shoppers Actually Make in 2026?

Instacart shoppers earn $15.60 an hour gross in the typical US metro in 2026, up about 5% from 2025.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
September 21, 2026

How Much Do DoorDash Drivers Make in 2026? $15.15/hr (Solo Data)

Dashers average $15.15/hr in 2026 — $7 median per order, $13.55/hr after vehicle costs. Real data from 1M+ gig workers.

Araceli Benitez, Head of Growth at Solo
Araceli Benitez
October 13, 2026