If you’ve ever hired a freelancer, paid an independent contractor, or worked with a vendor, you’ve likely encountered IRS Form W-9. But what is a W-9 form and why does it matter for your business? Form W-9 is an IRS tax document used to collect a payee’s legal name, address, and Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN)…
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For decades, the IRS FIRE system (Filing Information Returns Electronically) has been the backbone of 1099 and other information return filings. But starting in 2027, FIRE will be officially retired and replaced with the new Information Returns Intake System (IRIS). At first glance, this may seem like just another system upgrade. But make no mistake—this…
Filing 1099 forms is a crucial part of year-end compliance for businesses of all sizes. Whether you’re paying independent contractors, vendors, or other third parties, the IRS requires that you report certain types of payments through 1099 information returns. If your business has ever wondered “When do I need to file a 1099, and which…
