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Certifications that are reimbursed, do they go a 1099 NEC Income?

Amy007 — Fri, 24 Jan 2025 22:39:42 GMT

I work as a 1099 contractor and was asked to do a certification by the firm I work for. I paid for the certification and they reimbursed the cost of it on my next payout. However they are including the amount on my 1099 NEC form. Is that correct?

Re: Certifications that are reimbursed, do they go a 1099 NEC Income?

BillM223 — Fri, 24 Jan 2025 22:54:30 GMT

Yes, it is correct that they included the reimbursement on your 1099-NEC.

Since you are self-employed, I imagine that you can deduct this as an expense on your Schedule C.

Re: Certifications that are reimbursed, do they go a 1099 NEC Income?

Amy007 — Fri, 24 Jan 2025 23:15:02 GMT

Thank you for your response. Does this hold true, even if I have my own LLC?

Re: Certifications that are reimbursed, do they go a 1099 NEC Income?

Shannon B1 — Sat, 25 Jan 2025 17:10:52 GMT

yes, @BillM223's answer is still correct if you have your own LLC.

A business can deduct expenses that are necessary for performing their services.

Here is a TurboTax Help Article for more information on business expenses.

What self-employed expenses can I deduct?

Where do I enter my self-employment business expenses?

@Amy007