RobertG
Expert Alumni

Business & farm

The 179 expense is added when you enter a new asset.  If the asset qualifies you will be given the opportunity to elect 179 on that asset.

 

To qualify for a Section 179 deduction, the asset must be:

  • Tangible (you're able to touch it, which excludes intangible assets like patents or copyrights)
  • Purchased (not leased) for business use
  • Used more than 50% in your business
  • Placed in service (purchased, acquired, or converted to business use) during the current tax year
  • Acquired from a non-related party

For further information please see the TurboTax website: What is a Section 179 deduction?

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