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Filling out the 2002 Schedule C (Form 1040) is essential for people operating a sole proprietorship to report income and expenses. This guide provides clear instructions to help users navigate the form seamlessly and accurately.

Follow the steps to fill out your Schedule C form with ease.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Enter your name as the proprietor in the designated field. Ensure that the name matches the name on your Social Security card.
3. Input your Social Security number (SSN) in the corresponding field.
4. Describe your principal business or profession, including the product or service you provide. Refer to the code list on pages C-7, 8, and 9 to select an appropriate business code.
5. If applicable, enter your business name. If you do not have a separate business name, you may leave this field blank.
6. Fill in your Employer Identification Number (EIN), if you have one.
7. Provide your business address, including suite or room number, city, state, and ZIP code.
8. Indicate your accounting method by selecting cash, accrual, or other, and specify if you began or acquired this business during 2002.
9. Complete Part I by entering gross receipts or sales, cost of goods sold, and then determining your gross profit and total income.
10. List all relevant expenses in the appropriate fields from lines 8 through 27, making sure to differentiate between business and personal expenses.
11. Calculate total expenses, including those for business use of your home, and record this information in the designated sections.
12. Finally, determine your net profit or loss. If you have a profit, enter it on Form 1040, line 12. If there is a loss, follow the specified instructions to carry this forward.
13. Review all entries for accuracy and completeness.
14. Once satisfied with the form, users can save changes, download, print, or share the completed Form.

Start filling out your Schedule C form online today to ensure timely and accurate reporting of your business income and expenses.