Did you receive any of the following types of compensation?

Certain types of income may not be reported on a traditional W-2 or 1099 form but still need to be included on your tax return. These are entered under Other Compensation.

Types of Reportable Compensation:

• Taxable scholarships and grants
  • Reported on Form 1098-T, Box 5
  • Only taxable if used for non-qualified expenses (e.g., room, board, travel)
• Fringe benefits
  • Includes employer-paid life insurance, pension contributions, and other non-cash benefits
• Household employee income
  • Includes earnings from babysitting, caretaking, housekeeping, yard work, etc.
  • Must be reported if you did not receive a W-2
• Income earned while incarcerated
• Foreign earned income
  • Must meet either the bona fide residence test or physical presence test
  • Your tax home must be in a foreign country

How to Enter in the Program

To report these types of compensation:

1. Go to the Federal section.
2. Select Income, then choose “Select My Forms.”
3. Choose “Less Common Income”, then select “Other Compensation.”

Use the program’s guidance tools to ensure proper classification and reporting.