I would like to know if I can earn some additional deductions/credits since part of my income is from being an independent contractor, reported on a 1099-NEC. The work is clinical/Mental health services
Yes, if you are an independent contractor, you can make a home office deduction against your self-employed income if you qualify.
To qualify for the home office deduction, you must meet one of these criteria:
Please read this TurboTax article for more information.
1099NEC is for independent contractor self employment income.
You can enter Self Employment Income into Online Deluxe or Premier but if you have any expenses you will have to upgrade to the Self Employed version or use any of the Desktop CD/Download programs. All the Desktop programs have the same forms. You just get more help and guidance in the higher versions.
How to enter income from Self Employment