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Amir is an independent contractor who worked as an interior designer in 2025, earning $17,800. However, he did not receive a Form 1099-NEC. How should this income be reported on his tax return?
Report the income as gross receipts on Schedule C (Form 1040).
Report the income on Form 1040, line 1h, as other earned income.
Report the income on Schedule 1 (Form 1040), Part I, line 8j, as income from an activity not engaged in for profit.
The income does not need to be reported since he did not receive a tax form.
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Correct answer: Report the income as gross receipts on Schedule C (Form 1040).
Explanation: All income is taxable whether or not you receive a Form 1099‑NEC. As an independent contractor/interior designer, Amir’s $17,800 is business income and should be reported on Schedule C (Part I, gross receipts). Net profit from Schedule C is carried to Form 1040 and is subject to self‑employment tax (reported on Schedule SE). Keep supporting records of the income and any deductible business expenses, and pay estimated taxes if required.
Explanation: All income is taxable whether or not you receive a Form 1099‑NEC. As an independent contractor/interior designer, Amir’s $17,800 is business income and should be reported on Schedule C (Part I, gross receipts). Net profit from Schedule C is carried to Form 1040 and is subject to self‑employment tax (reported on Schedule SE). Keep supporting records of the income and any deductible business expenses, and pay estimated taxes if required.
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