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Investors & landlords

Form 1099-MISC would be directed to a Schedule C if the question is answered that the rent was of personal property or equipment or that the royalty income is from your business, including artist royalties or operating a natural resources business. In such cases, the income would be subject to self-employment tax.

 

Rental and royalty income are typically reported on Schedule E and is generally not subject to self-employment tax. 

 

The QBI deduction may be available for both schedules. 

 

For more information, see:

Where do I enter income and expenses from a rental property?

What is the Qualified Business Income (QBI) deduction?

Can I get the QBI deduction on rental income?

How do I enter a 1099-MISC for royalty income?