My wife passed away late 2016. I received a one time death benefit in 2017. I have a 1099 -MISC. Where do I report this?

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Who is the payer and why?

[LisaBr · Accepted solution]

You can add this 1099-MISC as follows:

1.  Go to Federal.

2.  Select Wages and Income.

3.  Go to Other Common Income.

4.  Select Form 1099-MISC.

5,  At this point you will add the 1099-MISC exactly as it is on the form.  (You probably have entry in box 3 or 7).

6.  If you have taxes withdrawn on Box 4 - click the small box opening this area up and enter taxes.

When entering this 1099-MISC, you will need to answer the subsequent questions so that the income flows to Line 21 and your description of the activity will show on this line as well.

1.  Describe reason for 1099-MISC  (Death benefit)

2.  Identifying if any of the less common situations for receiving the money applies to your situation.  NONE

3.  Did this work involve activities LIKE your main job?  NO

4.  Did the activity involve an intent to earn money?  NO