Since you are an independent contractor, you would use your name, address and social security number (SSN) as your "business" name, address and SSN, in the business setup section of TurboTax.
To report your independent contractor/self-employment income that was from cash or personal checks or credit card
payments:
- Type
“Schedule C” in the Search box
and then select the “Jump to” link.
- This
will take you to where you can enter any cash, personal checks or credit card
payments (Form 1099-K) related to your self-employment.
- You
may be asked some general questions about your business.
- After
you answer them, you’ll be taken to the Your
Business screen where you can enter this income as Additional Income under Business Income.
If
you received form 1099-k or 1099-MISC for your self-employed income:
- Type
“1099-misc” in the Search box
and then select the “Jump to” link.
- This
will take you directly to the section where you can enter your 1099-MISC.
- You’ll
also be able to enter any cash, personal checks or credit card payments (Form
1099-K) related to your self-employment.
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