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posted Apr 8, 2021 3:40:17 PM

Section 179 vehicle

I've entered my new vehicle as a Section 179 deduction and the amount shows on the car and truck worksheet, and as a deduction on the summary of my vehicles but the amount does not flow to Schedule C line 13.

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Expert Alumni
Apr 13, 2021 8:04:31 AM

Perhaps you do not qualify for section 179 because you are already reflecting a net loss for the self-employment activity?

 

This TurboTax Help states:

 

The deduction cannot be more than your earned income (net business income and wages) for the year.

New Member
May 9, 2021 9:35:28 AM

JamesG1,

In very late December of 2020, I purchased a used semi truck and a used semi trailer and also purchased $9448.00 worth of replacement parts + labor to bring both up to "road ready" to prevent break downs while on the road.  Purchase price for Truck = $22,800. Purchase price for trailer = 1095.00.  Total Investment = $43,198.00

I have not filed a separate "C corporation" yet as I have just landed my first contract to put both truck & trailer to work next month.  I would like to claim these as a sole proprietor for 2020.  Where may I claim both business investments and these business expenses in Turbo Tax Home & Business 2020.  Thank you very much for your expert advice.

BobBuilder1103