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posted Jun 6, 2019 6:15:10 AM

I mistakenly entered that I have two businesses, now I can't delete one.How can I delete this "other business"?

At one point it asked if my husband or I have another business, I said yes then couldn't say NO. Now it is asking about the other business, which I've been answering as if it is the business I already detailed. How can I delete this "other business" which doesn't exist?

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Expert Alumni
Jun 6, 2019 6:15:12 AM

To delete a non-existent business:

  • With your return open, search for this exact phrase: business (schedule c) (include the parentheses) and then click the "Jump to" link in the search results.
  • 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 being forced to upgrade to Home & Business or Self-Employed, contact us for further assistance.
  • When you get to the Business info or Business Summary screen, click Delete next to the non-existent business.
  • Answer Yes to confirm the removal of all business-related forms.



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Expert Alumni
Jun 6, 2019 6:15:12 AM

To delete a non-existent business:

  • With your return open, search for this exact phrase: business (schedule c) (include the parentheses) and then click the "Jump to" link in the search results.
  • 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 being forced to upgrade to Home & Business or Self-Employed, contact us for further assistance.
  • When you get to the Business info or Business Summary screen, click Delete next to the non-existent business.
  • Answer Yes to confirm the removal of all business-related forms.



New Member
Apr 2, 2022 4:17:35 PM

Help! I don't know how to get rid of a business labeled "Consulting" when I use the one--and always have--that is Communications. Consulting appeared this year, probably because I entered the wrong info

Employee Tax Expert
Apr 3, 2022 6:02:03 AM

To delete your consulting Schedule C business, please follow the instructions below:

  1. Open your return.
  2. Search schedule c with the magnifying glass tool on the top of the page.
  3. Go to the Jump to schedule c link in the search results. 
  4. Use the trash can tool to delete your consulting Schedule C. 
  5. Click on Tax Tools.
  6. Click on Tools.
  7. Click on Delete a Form.
  8. Scroll down and click Delete next to your Schedule C for consulting. 

@Laura Longley