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April 15, 2025
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1099

  • April 15, 2025
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My wife is a teacher. She was W-2. I work at trader Joe's. I'm also W-2. I also do refereeing for high school sports that is a 1099. Am I supposed to file completely jointly with a 1099?

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    DawnC
    Employee
    April 15, 2025

    You and your wife can file a Married filing Jointly return.   Enter both w-2s, making sure to indicate who each form belongs to.   Then you will add a Schedule C to your return for your 1099.   That is self-employment income and gets reported on Schedule C, which is a business schedule.    

     

    You can use your name and home address for the business, but the Schedule belongs to you and will be part of your jointly filed return.

     

    I need to enter a 1099 - Am I Self-Employed?   As a self-employed coach, umpire, or referee, here are some additional expenses you can deduct:

     

    • Tools, supplies, and equipment (whistles, balls, cones, first aid kit, clipboard, etc.)
    • Uniforms or gear not suitable for everyday wear, such as helmets, masks, skates, and chest protectors
    • CPR certification and first aid training
    • Coach’s clinics, workshops, and specialized training
    • Travel expenses such as airfare, auto rental, and lodging (plus meals, if you have to be away overnight)
    • Business portion of mobile phones, data plans, or a second phone line
    • Vehicle expenses or standard mileage
    • Advertising, including websites
    • Licenses, permits, fees, and membership dues

     

    How do I report income from self-employment?

    What self-employed expenses can I deduct?  

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    Employee
    April 15, 2025

    Yes.  All of your combined income goes on the same joint Form 1040.

     

     

    If you have self-employment income for which you will pay self-employment tax for Social Security and Medicare,  you will need to use online Premium software or any version of the desktop software download so that you can prepare a Schedule C for your business expenses.

     

     

    https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/self-employed/help/how-do-i-report-income-from-self-employment/00/26653

     

    https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/self-employed/help/what-is-the-self-employment-tax/00/25922

     

    https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/import-export-data-files/enter-self-employment-business-expenses-like-home/L1k6HJY4A_US_en_US?uid=m6jrthmp

     

     

    If you live in a state with a state income tax, you might need to make estimated payments to your state.

     

    https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/small-business-taxes/the-home-office-deduction/L1RZyYxzv

     

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