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Expenses against 1099-MISC income

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Can You Write Off Expenses Against 1099-MISC Income?

Short answer: If the 1099-MISC income comes from a business activity, report it on Schedule C and deduct expenses; prizes and one-off payments go elsewhere.

Rents and royalties go on Schedule E.

Records to keep: Keep receipts, 1099s or W-2s, a mileage log, and a note of the business purpose. W-2 employees should ask about employer reimbursement.