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I drove for Uber, but I didn't get an official 1099-MISC because I didn't earn enough. There is no federal ID number on the 1099. Do I still need to claim the wages I earned (less than $150).

 
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I drove for Uber, but I didn't get an official 1099-MISC because I didn't earn enough. There is no federal ID number on the 1099. Do I still need to claim the wages I earned (less than $150).

Yes, you do. Even if you don't get any 1099s you are responsible for reporting and paying taxes on all the income you receive. If the ride-share operator processed more than 200 transactions and $20,000 in payments for you, then you should get a 1099-K; similarly, if your non-driving income was less than $600, you most likely will not get a 1099-MISC.

First things first, here’s how to upgrade to the Self-Employed version of TurboTax Online as that is the version you will need to enter this income:

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3335307

Once you’ve upgraded to a Self-Employed account, you’ll add your Uber income not reported on a 1099-Misc..

Use these steps to enter your income not reported on a 1099-Misc.

1. Log in to your TurboTax Online Account (if not already there)

2. Select the search tool in the upper right hand corner

3. Type in the search box, self employment income hit enter and select, "Jump to self employment" link (Screenshot 1)

4. Select Yes on the screen, "Did you have any self-employment income or expenses?" (Screenshot 2)

5. Then enter your work description (Ex. Uber) on the screen, " Tell us the type of self-employment work you do"  and select Continue (Screenshot 3)

6. Then at the screen, " Let's get income for" select additional income and select Continue (Screenshot 4)

7. Now you are on the screen, "Tell us about additional income" Here you will enter the description and amount from income from sales or services that weren't reported on Forms 1099-MISC or 1099-G. (Screenshot 5) Once entered select Continue and follow the rest of the interview answering questions as they pertain to your situation.

Tax Tips for Uber Drivers: Understanding Your Taxes

https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tools/tax-tips/Self-Employment-Taxes/Tax-Tips-for-Uber-Drivers--Unde...

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I drove for Uber, but I didn't get an official 1099-MISC because I didn't earn enough. There is no federal ID number on the 1099. Do I still need to claim the wages I earned (less than $150).

Yes, you do. Even if you don't get any 1099s you are responsible for reporting and paying taxes on all the income you receive. If the ride-share operator processed more than 200 transactions and $20,000 in payments for you, then you should get a 1099-K; similarly, if your non-driving income was less than $600, you most likely will not get a 1099-MISC.

First things first, here’s how to upgrade to the Self-Employed version of TurboTax Online as that is the version you will need to enter this income:

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3335307

Once you’ve upgraded to a Self-Employed account, you’ll add your Uber income not reported on a 1099-Misc..

Use these steps to enter your income not reported on a 1099-Misc.

1. Log in to your TurboTax Online Account (if not already there)

2. Select the search tool in the upper right hand corner

3. Type in the search box, self employment income hit enter and select, "Jump to self employment" link (Screenshot 1)

4. Select Yes on the screen, "Did you have any self-employment income or expenses?" (Screenshot 2)

5. Then enter your work description (Ex. Uber) on the screen, " Tell us the type of self-employment work you do"  and select Continue (Screenshot 3)

6. Then at the screen, " Let's get income for" select additional income and select Continue (Screenshot 4)

7. Now you are on the screen, "Tell us about additional income" Here you will enter the description and amount from income from sales or services that weren't reported on Forms 1099-MISC or 1099-G. (Screenshot 5) Once entered select Continue and follow the rest of the interview answering questions as they pertain to your situation.

Tax Tips for Uber Drivers: Understanding Your Taxes

https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tools/tax-tips/Self-Employment-Taxes/Tax-Tips-for-Uber-Drivers--Unde...

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