Entering meals and entertainment expenses in ProSeries

When entering meals & entertainment expenses, enter the total amount before any limitations have been applied.

ProSeries will automatically calculate the allowable deduction based on the stated limitation.

To enter the meals & entertainment expenses on Schedule C:

1. Press F6 on your keyboard to bring up Open Forms.
2. Type in "C" and press Enter to open Schedule C.
3. Scroll down to the Part II - Expenses section.
4. Enter meals & entertainment expenses on line 24b according to the limits listed.

To enter the meals & entertainment expenses on Form 1065:

1. Go to Form 1065 p.1-3.
2. Scroll down to the Meals & Entertainment Smart Worksheet.

To enter the meals & entertainment expenses on Form 1120:

1. Go to Form 1120 p.1-2.
2. Scroll down to the Meals & Entertainment Smart Worksheet.
3. Enter meals & entertainment expenses on lines A-D according to the limits listed.
   • The allowable percentage of your entries will transfer to line 26.

To enter the meals & entertainment expenses on Form 1120-S:

1. Go to the Other Deductions Worksheet.
2. Enter meals & entertainment expenses on lines A-D according to the limits listed.
   • The allowable percentage of your entries will transfer to line 20 as Other Deduction on the 1120-S page 1.