Form 1040 Schedule 1 - Additional Income and Adjustments to Income

Here are some common uses of Schedule 1:

1. Additional Income:

   • Rental Income: If you earn rental income from real estate or property you own, it is reported on Schedule 1.
   • Business Income: If you have income from a sole proprietorship or single-member LLC, it may be reported on Schedule 1.
   • Farm Income: Income from farming activities is also reported on this schedule.

2. Adjustments to Income:

   • Educator Expenses: If you're a teacher and have unreimbursed expenses for classroom supplies, you can deduct them here.
   • Student Loan Interest Deduction: If you paid interest on qualifying student loans, you may be eligible for a deduction.
   • Health Savings Account (HSA) Deduction: Contributions to an HSA may be deductible and are reported on this schedule.
   • Self-Employed Health Insurance Deduction: If you're self-employed and pay for your own health insurance, you may be able to deduct it.

3. Other Adjustments:

   • Alimony: If you pay alimony, you may be able to deduct it.
   • IRA Deduction: Contributions to a traditional IRA may be deductible, and this is reported on Schedule 1.