Deductions & credits

the tip questions should come from the 1099-NEC that you entered which should be linked to a schedule C.

after entering the box 1 amount and continue. The next page should say Let's check if you can deduct any tips. Ay least this is the way the desktop app performs in step mode.

 

 

 

For 2025, payors were not required to report the tip income on the tax form. In your case 1099-NEC. Thus, the number will have to come from paystubs or other sources. Be sure to keep copies of whatever you use.