I received compensation/pay for the consulting.
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If you didn't receive a 1099-MISC or a W-2, then you will Skip the 1099-MISC form in the instructions I post below. You will file a Schedule C as a self-employed person for that consulting income. The Schedule C will flow onto your individual income tax return (Form 1040) and be netted with other personal income and expenses.
How to get to that area : While inside the software and working on your return, type Schedule C in the Search at the top of the screen (you may see a magnifying glass there). There will be a popup that says Jump to Schedule C. Select that to get to the general area.
When you set up your business, you can use your own name, address, and social security number (if you don't have a business name or EIN). Then, when done with the Business Profile:
Follow through all the areas in the Business section of the TurboTax software and it will provide you with a lot of assistance. You'll notice blue links that have more information and details about the particular sections that will be extremely helpful.
Also, this link may be helpful to you IRS Small Business Help Center .
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