The columns are already set up for you, so you can just put a mark or number into how you submitted your entry. Also, as a general rule, colored or decorative envelopes are more expensive than plain white ones, so be sure to note those in the appropriate columns, too. Also remember to record any phone calls for entries that you make. Most sweepstakes provide 800 numbers if the method of entry is a phone call, but some provide a 900 number, which may have a fee associated with it. The sweepstakes should note how expensive the phone call will be for one entry, so be sure to write that down.
Online entries are harder to claim.
Because you use your computer and Internet access for things other than entering sweepstakes, you will not be able to deduct your monthly Internet service charge. If you do buy any online sweepstakes services or software for sweepstakes purposes only, you may be able to deduct those. Number of Entries Sent The number of entries sent is very important. Not only will it help you keep control of your expenses, but it will let you know if you have already entered particular sweepstakes and how many times. For example, if a sweepstakes also has an online method of entry, you may be restricted to one entry online and one entry via mail-in, or you may be restricted to only one entry, no matter what method of entry.