Should I maximize deductions?

if I'm self employed

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That is referring to itemized deductions on Schedule A. Your self employment business expenses are separate and go on Schedule C. What version are you in? You can enter 1099NEC or Self Employment Income into Online Deluxe but if you have any expenses you will have to upgrade to the Premium or use any of the Desktop CD/Download programs. All the Desktop programs have the same forms, so you can buy a lower version. You just get more help and guidance in the higher versions.