How do I delete Schedule C as this no longer applies to me?

[MeganS · Accepted solution]

Don't delete your business if it closed sometime in 2016. Instead, report the business and make sure you select I sold (or disposed of) my business in 2016 on the Tell us about your business screen.

Otherwise, follow these instructions to delete a business that transferred over from your 2015 return but is no longer owned by you as of January 1, 2016.

Instructions

1. With your return open, search for this exact phrase: business (schedule c) and then click the Jump to business (schedule c) link in the search results.
2. Answer Yes when asked if you had (or want to work on) business income and expenses for 2016.

• That's right – you'll need to answer Yes, even though it doesn't make sense.
• If you're forced to upgrade to Self Employed, contact us for assistance.

• When you get to the Business info or Business Summary screen, click Delete next to the defunct business.
• Answer Yes to confirm the deletion of all business-related forms.