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Level 2
Feb 5, 2021 12:53 AM UTC
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Free File Program saying Roth IRA contribution is too high

I have put in my 1099-NEC income of $14,610, but it says I can't contribute anything to my Roth IRA because my income is 0.

dmertzAnswer
Level 15
Feb 5, 2021 2:06 AM UTC

Delete any previously entered Forms 1099-NEC, then enter the Forms 1099-NEC under Self-employment income and expenses (under the corresponding spouse's business if married filing jointly).

 

Do not enter Forms 1099-NEC under Other Common Income.  Entering under Other Common Income doesn't work at all.

3 replies

VolvoGirl
Level 15
Feb 5, 2021 12:56 AM UTC

Do you have a Net Profit on Schedule C after expenses?  Did you get a Schedule C?

jusmccarAuthor
Level 2
Feb 5, 2021 1:02 AM UTC

Yes I have a net profit. No I do not have a Schedule C, what is that?

dmertzAnswer
Level 15
Feb 5, 2021 2:06 AM UTC

Delete any previously entered Forms 1099-NEC, then enter the Forms 1099-NEC under Self-employment income and expenses (under the corresponding spouse's business if married filing jointly).

 

Do not enter Forms 1099-NEC under Other Common Income.  Entering under Other Common Income doesn't work at all.