Using Turbo Tax Basic: Finding Schedule C for Deductions

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses experiences and challenges related to finding Schedule C for deductions while using different versions of Turbo Tax, particularly the Basic and Deluxe forms. Participants share their preferences and insights on the software options available for filing taxes as a small business.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant mentions difficulty finding Schedule C in Turbo Tax Basic, noting that it was easier to locate in the Home and Business version.
  • Several participants indicate they use Home and Business, suggesting it is the easiest option for small business needs.
  • Another participant shares their experience using Turbo Tax Deluxe, stating it includes Schedule C and provides guidance on where to find it within the software.
  • One participant discusses using taxslayer.com for filing, comparing refund amounts between it and Turbo Tax, expressing interest in the discrepancy.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the best Turbo Tax version to use for accessing Schedule C, with some participants favoring Home and Business while others mention Deluxe as a suitable alternative. No clear consensus emerges on the necessity of using Basic versus other versions.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences with different tax software options, focusing on their usability and the features available for small business deductions.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants exploring tax filing options and seeking insights on using Turbo Tax for small business deductions may find this discussion relevant.

StacieB
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Ok so I am doing my taxes on Turbo Tax using the Basic form. Where do I find schedule C to add in my deductions. Last year I used home and business and it was easier to find. I remember someone saying that I didn't need to use Home and Business. Thanks for any help.
 
Can't help there - I use Home and Business
 
janetupnorth said:
Can't help there - I use Home and Business

Me too - I know some said they use the basic...but to my understanding, the forms you need for small business aren't on the basic....Home and Business is just the easiest way to do it, I think. It costs a little more, but at least you have the peace of mind that everything is done and accounted for correctly!
 
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Ok thanks!
 
I used deluxe! :) it has schedule c on there.
 
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Cori where in the deluxe is it?
 
It is under Income & Wages...
Click on "Select Specific Topics" and then Click on "Business Income & Expenses"

You will put in your 1099 info, car info, etc ... and then as you click through, it will come to the "Enter Business Expenses"...

After you enter all that, you can click on "Forms Mode" in the upper right of the screen and you can view your actual Schedule C.

Hope that helps!
 
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Thanks Cori, I think I got it figured out. At least I hope so.
 
here's an interesting tidbit- I use taxslayer.com since they file federal free for military but i use turbo tax on line (just don't file) to check my work. Same numbers but taxslayer is showing $400 more refund then turbo tax. I'll be re-checking my numbers but I'll take more money! lol
 

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