There is no standard deduction for business expenses. Enter your expenses on Schedule C and TurboTax will automatically put your standard deduction on Line 12 of your tax return.
You can choose to itemize your deductions or take the standard deduction, but your business expenses are entered separately - they are not part of your standard or itemized deductions.
Where do I enter Schedule C? Enter your self-employment income when you create your business return (Schedule C)
What self-employed expenses can I deduct?
Where do I enter my self-employment business expenses, like supplies and vehicle mileage?
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