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Level 2
Feb 17, 2022 6:41 PM UTC
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Have never been self employed, and am being asked for a business code.

I’m a nurse but never self employed.
Why would I have a business code?
MillkamAnswer
Level 2
Feb 17, 2022 8:33 PM UTC

W2

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Level 15
Feb 17, 2022 6:45 PM UTC

Was your income reported on a 1099NEC?   Or on a W-2?

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MillkamAuthorAnswer
Level 2
Feb 17, 2022 8:33 PM UTC

W2

Alumni - Intuit
Feb 17, 2022 8:09 PM UTC

You may need a business code because the IRS considers you to be self-employed if your income is reported on a form 1099-NEC. Here is a list of codes:

 

Business activity codes

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