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posted Apr 3, 2021 3:35:33 PM

We show a total qualified business income from PTPs/REITs of $70 for a deduction of $14. We do not own a business and don't know where this item is coming from? Help?

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Expert Alumni
Apr 3, 2021 3:50:15 PM

it is more than likely from a 1099-DIV. A REIT qualifies for a QBI deduction.

New Member
Apr 6, 2021 7:26:58 AM

You helped explain where the item is coming from (the REIT deduction is probably from a 1099-Div.). Thanks! However, we still don't understand why receiving a 1099-DIV can allow us to take a business deduction, since we don't own a business?

Expert Alumni
Apr 6, 2021 7:36:22 AM

You don't have to "own" a business to claim the Qualified Business Income deduction; you just have to have qualified business income.

 

!099-DIV income from an REIT is "qualified business income" for purposes of the QBI deduction. The QBI deduction is not a business deduction, it is a business income deduction.