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2018 tax year to file, I only have 1099 income and want to deduct expenses related to my home office. What software do I need and how do I access/purchase?

Independent contractor.  May be eligible to itemize deductions also.
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2018 tax year to file, I only have 1099 income and want to deduct expenses related to my home office. What software do I need and how do I access/purchase?

You do NOT NOT NOT need the most expensive H&B version ... you can use the Deluxe instead. 

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JotikaT2
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2018 tax year to file, I only have 1099 income and want to deduct expenses related to my home office. What software do I need and how do I access/purchase?

I have attached a link with instructions on how to obtain the 2018 program so you can prepare your 2018 tax return.

 

You will need the Home and Business version of the software so you can report your personal items as well as your business activity.

 

How to prepare a prior year tax return

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2018 tax year to file, I only have 1099 income and want to deduct expenses related to my home office. What software do I need and how do I access/purchase?

You do NOT NOT NOT need the most expensive H&B version ... you can use the Deluxe instead. 

2018 tax year to file, I only have 1099 income and want to deduct expenses related to my home office. What software do I need and how do I access/purchase?

Thank you!

2018 tax year to file, I only have 1099 income and want to deduct expenses related to my home office. What software do I need and how do I access/purchase?

Thank you.

Can I fill out and file a Schedule C on the Deluxe version?

2018 tax year to file, I only have 1099 income and want to deduct expenses related to my home office. What software do I need and how do I access/purchase?

YES ... that is why I suggest it.

2018 tax year to file, I only have 1099 income and want to deduct expenses related to my home office. What software do I need and how do I access/purchase?

Thank you!

2018 tax year to file, I only have 1099 income and want to deduct expenses related to my home office. What software do I need and how do I access/purchase?

Beware ... the program will SUGGEST upgrading to the H&B version but it is NOT REQUIRED ... be smart and say NO.

2018 tax year to file, I only have 1099 income and want to deduct expenses related to my home office. What software do I need and how do I access/purchase?

Thank you very much!!

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