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karthik4287
Mar 27, 2011, 11:26 AM
Hi
I have a quick question about writing off expenses from 1099-Misc income.
I worked as an Intern in GA and got a 1099-Misc from my employer. I am an International graduate student ?(Indian) from Texas.
So can I write off my stay and travel expenses? On an average, how much can I write off from my 1099-Misc income. In my case, I have written off around $2000 expenses from my Income of $8000. This $2000 includes my rent and travel charges only.
Kindly guide me how to properly write off my expenses.

MukatA
Mar 28, 2011, 03:22 AM
You can not deduct transportation and lodging on schedule C (Form 1040).
You can deduct travel, meals and lodging as itemized deduction on schedule A.

karthik4287
Apr 1, 2011, 06:53 PM
Thanks for the reply !
I do not have any bills for paying rent etc. In that case, how do I claim the expenses?