Schedules C and SE – Newspaper Carriers and Distributors
Newspaper Carriers and Distributors typically receive Form 1099-MISC reporting their income. This is entered in TaxAct by following the steps in the Form 1099-MISC – Entering in Program FAQ.
After you enter the income, if the income should not be subject to SE Tax, enter an adjustment on Schedule SE (Form 1040). Follow the steps in the Schedule SE – Adjustments FAQ. Near the end of the interview, you will see a field Other adjustments (+ or -) where you can enter the exempt amount as a negative adjustment.
See the IRS 1099 MISC, Independent Contractors, and Self-Employed 2 FAQ webpage and the IRS Instructions for Forms 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC for details.