RobertG
Expert Alumni

Get your taxes done using TurboTax

If you can't get the issuer of the 1099-C to correct it, you should paper file and attach a note and explanation to your return.

 

The IRS will probably not read it unless they decide to question your return.

 

You should report the 1099-C on your return, and then report an identical amount under 'Other Income' as a negative number.

 

To enter 'other Income' in TurboTax:

 

  1. Go to Income & Expenses
  2. Select Miscellaneous Income
  3. Then Edit Other reportable income
  4. Enter the amount as a negative number to offset the cancelled debt income you reported.
  5. The negative number will appear on line 8 of Schedule 1
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