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The free bookkeeping tool that helps e-commerce sellers organize ordinary and necessary business expenses for Schedule C.

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Tax Deductions You May Be Missing

These are common Schedule C business expenses that e-commerce sellers may be able to claim under IRC §162. Our template has them pre-loaded.

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Product Inventory

Line 22

Products for resale, wholesale purchases, raw materials.

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Platform Fees

Line 10

Amazon FBA fees, Etsy fees, Shopify, eBay, PayPal/Stripe.

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Shipping & Packaging

Line 22

Boxes, bubble wrap, tape, labels, poly mailers, postage.

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Advertising

Line 8

Amazon PPC, Facebook/Instagram ads, Google Shopping.

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Software

Line 18

Inventory tools (Jungle Scout, SellerBoard), label printer, scale.

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Storage

Line 20b

Storage unit, warehouse, home office portion.

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Returns & Refunds

Line 2

Customer refunds, returns processing costs.

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Product Photography

Line 11

Photographer, lightbox, product samples.

How It Works

1

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Enter your bank transactions. Pick from the dropdown. ~30 min.

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Review

Schedule C summary auto-calculates your income, expenses, and tax.

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File

Hand it to your Enrolled Agent. Or let Arc & Ledger prepare your return from $300.

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✓ Start Here tab with step-by-step instructions
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✓ Expense categories pre-loaded for your industry
✓ 500-row transaction tracker with dropdown categories
✓ Schedule C summary — auto-calculates your totals
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Common Questions

What Schedule C deductions can e-commerce sellers claim?+
Self-employed e-commerce sellers may deduct ordinary and necessary business expenses under IRC Section 162. Commonly claimed deductions include product inventory (cost of goods sold), platform fees (Line 10), shipping and packaging (Line 22), advertising (Line 8), software tools (Line 18), and storage costs (Line 20b). Your tax situation may vary, so consult a qualified tax professional.
What is Schedule C?+
Schedule C (Form 1040) is the IRS form where sole proprietors report business income and expenses. It calculates your net profit or loss, which flows to your Form 1040. E-commerce sellers use Schedule C to report sales from Amazon, Etsy, Shopify, and eBay, then deduct business expenses. Our free template is an organizational tool that categorizes expenses by the correct Schedule C line numbers.
How much tax do self-employed e-commerce sellers pay?+
Self-employed e-commerce sellers generally pay both income tax and self-employment tax (15.3% for Social Security and Medicare) on net profit. Your income tax rate depends on your total taxable income and filing status. The self-employment tax applies to net earnings over $400. You may also have state sales tax obligations. Consult a qualified tax professional.
Do I need to file quarterly estimated taxes as an e-commerce seller?+
If you expect to owe $1,000 or more in federal tax for the year, the IRS generally requires quarterly estimated tax payments. Deadlines are typically April 15, June 15, September 15, and January 15. Underpayment may result in penalties. Our template helps you track income and expenses so you can better estimate what you may owe.
How do e-commerce sellers handle inventory on Schedule C?+
Inventory is generally deducted as Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) when the product sells, not when you purchase it. Schedule C Part III covers COGS calculations. This distinction is important for accurate tax reporting. Platform fees from Amazon FBA, Etsy, and others are typically reported on Line 10. Consult a qualified tax professional for your specific situation.
Should I hire an Enrolled Agent or do my own taxes?+
An Enrolled Agent (EA) is a tax professional who has passed a rigorous IRS exam and is authorized to represent taxpayers directly before the IRS. Unlike other preparers, EAs must pass a rigorous exam and complete continuing education annually. For e-commerce sellers with inventory, multi-platform income, and sales tax questions, an EA can help ensure compliance. Arc & Ledger's team of Enrolled Agents specializes in Schedule C businesses.

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