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How do I file my 1040 schedule C return? I don't have a W2?

I cleaned houses and did child care. How should I file?
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DawnC0
Intuit Alumni

How do I file my 1040 schedule C return? I don't have a W2?

Under the income section, skip the W-2/wages section.  When it asks if you have any W-2s to enter,  answer No.  You create two business sections under the 'Self-employment' section under Income, one for each income type.   

If you received a 1099 for this income, report it under the 1099 section.  If you did not receive a 1099, you report it under Additional Income.  The section is for any income from sales or services that weren't reported on Forms 1099-MISC or 1099-G, including cash/checks and 1099-Ks. 

Note, you will not be able to deduct expenses related to this income without upgrading to the Self-Employed product.  However, all of your income can be reported in Deluxe.  

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