To
correctly enter the 1099-MISC so that it does not prompt a Schedule C, take the
following steps:
- In your open Federal
return,
choose the tab for Wages & Income
- Tab through or down
to Other Common Income (Show More) and Start/Revisit Form 1099-MISC
-
Edit the 1099-MISC if you already entered it, or Add it now and enter the information on the form,
then Continue.
- On the screen Describe
the reason for this 1099-MISC enter the reason you received the income.
- On the screen Does
one of these uncommon situations apply? choose None
of these apply.
- On the screen Did the [Description]
involve work that's like [Name's] main job? answer No.
- On the next screen,
choose the year you received the money. (In this case, 2018.)
- On the screen Did
the [Description] involve an intent to earn money? choose No and complete the interview.
A corresponding entry will appear on Form 1040, Schedule 1, Line 21 of your return.
