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April 15, 2025
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I am filing personal taxes as a first time sole proprietor where do i show my losses on the form. There are no prompts for me under self employment.

  • April 15, 2025
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    April 15, 2025

    To report your losses as a first-time sole proprietor, you need to use Schedule C (Form 1040), Profit or Loss from Business. Here’s how to do it in TurboTax:

    Steps to Report Losses in TurboTax

    1. Open your return in TurboTax.
    2. Navigate to the Federal tab
    3. Go to magnifying  class at top right o screen.
    4. Search for "Schedule C" and select the "Jump to" link.
    5. Enter your business income and expenses:
      • Income: Enter your gross receipts or sales.
      • Expenses: Enter all your business expenses, including supplies, rent, utilities, etc.
    6. Calculate your net loss: TurboTax will automatically calculate your net profit or loss based on the income and expenses you entered

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