Need help with 1099-NEC non employee compensation. The questions are confusing - i just did some dog walking for them, it's not my own business

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April 12, 2026
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how to answer turbo tax questions for 1099-NEC when you're not the business owner

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MindyB

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For tax purposes, the IRS considers any person who earns money as an independent contractor (which is what a 1099-NEC signifies) to be a sole proprietor or self-employed.

Even if you don't have an LLC, you should answer these questions using your own legal name as the business name, your home address as the business location, and your Social Security Number in place of an Employer Identification Number (EIN).

When prompted for an accounting method, select "Cash," and if it asks for a business code, you can use 812910 (Pet Care Services).

You can also deduct expenses like treats or leashes.

By reporting your income as a business, this ensures you are correctly paying the self-employment tax required for any non-employee compensation over $400.