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Whether you\u2019re a small\u00a0business\u00a0owner or an individual tax filer, you may have heard a lot about 1099 forms. But what exactly are they?<\/p>\n

What is Form 1099?<\/h2>\n

Use the table below to quickly jump to each 1099 form.<\/p>\n

Essentially, 1099 tax forms are a series of documents the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) refers to as \u201cinformation returns.\u201d They are used to report various types of income you may receive throughout the year other than the salary you earn from your employer. If you\u2019re a freelancer, contractor, investor, or even someone who received a one-time payment, you could get a 1099 form.<\/p>\n

On this page, we\u2019ll delve into the world of 1099 forms, breaking down the various types you might encounter as a payee. We\u2019ll take a closer look at some of the more common 1099 forms, explaining their significance and the scenarios in which you might receive them. Whether you\u2019re new to 1099s or looking to clarify your understanding before tax filing, this guide will cover everything you need to know.<\/p>\n

Who sends Form 1099?<\/h3>\n

IRS Form 1099 is a reporting form sent to you by banks, brokerages, businesses, and other organizations that have sent you money during the year that may be subject to federal income tax. Those same organizations also send a copy to the IRS,\u00a0so it\u2019s important that you report all taxable income from your 1099 forms.<\/p>\n

Who gets a 1099 form?<\/h3>\n

Anyone who is not an employee and who was paid more than $600 in a year for services typically gets a 1099 form. This includes freelancers, independent contractors, vendors, etc. The IRS wants to make sure non-employees report their income accurately, and the agency uses 1099 forms to track this. There are different types of 1099 forms depending on the kind of payment received, so it\u2019s important to be sure you\u2019re using the right one. If you\u2019re ever unsure which 1099 form to use, double-check the IRS guidelines or consult a tax professional to avoid mistakes.<\/p>\n

Types of 1099 forms<\/h2>\n

There are many different kinds of 1099 forms, each serving a specific purpose and covering various types of income. It\u2019s possible you may receive more than one type of 1099 form, depending on your tax situation. You may even receive the same type of 1099 form more than once from different payers.<\/p>\n

Here are some of the 1099 forms you may encounter this\u00a0tax season:<\/p>\n

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1099 Form<\/strong><\/td>\nPurpose<\/strong><\/td>\nE-filing Due Date<\/strong><\/td>\nPaper Filing Due Date<\/strong><\/td>\nSend to Recipient By<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1099-A, Acquisition or Abandonment of Secured Property<\/td>\nReports acquisition or abandonment of secured property by lenders, such as a foreclosure or repossession.<\/td>\nMarch 31<\/td>\nFeb. 28<\/td>\nJan. 31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1099-B, Proceeds from Broker and Barter Exchange Transactions<\/td>\nReports capital gains and losses from the sale of investments like stocks or bonds.<\/td>\nMarch 31<\/td>\nFeb. 28<\/td>\nFeb. 15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1099-C, Cancellation of Debt<\/td>\nReports forgiven or canceled debts of $600 or more.<\/td>\nMarch 31<\/td>\nFeb. 28<\/td>\nJan. 31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1099-CAP, Changes in Corporate Control and Capital Structure<\/td>\nReports cash, stock, or other property received due to changes in corporate control or capital structure, such as an acquisition or merger.<\/td>\nMarch 31<\/td>\nFeb. 28<\/td>\nJan. 31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1099-DIV, Dividends and Distributions<\/td>\nReports dividends and distributions paid to shareholders.<\/td>\nMarch 31<\/td>\nFeb. 28<\/td>\nJan. 31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1099-G, Certain Government Payments<\/td>\nReports certain government payments such as unemployment compensation.<\/td>\nMarch 31<\/td>\nFeb. 28<\/td>\nJan. 31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1099-H, Health Coverage Tax Credit (HCTC) Advance Payments<\/a><\/td>\nReports advance payments of health coverage tax credit (last used in tax year 2023).<\/td>\nMarch 31<\/td>\nFeb. 28<\/td>\nJan. 31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1099-INT, Interest Income<\/td>\nReports interest income of $10 or more.<\/td>\nMarch 31<\/td>\nFeb. 28<\/td>\nJan. 31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1099-K, Payment Card and Third Party Network Transactions<\/td>\nReports payments made via payment cards or third-party networks such as Venmo\u00ae or PayPal\u00ae exceeding $600.<\/td>\nMarch 31<\/td>\nFeb. 28<\/td>\nJan. 31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1099-LS, Reportable Life Insurance Sale<\/td>\nReports the sale of a life insurance policy.<\/td>\nMarch 31<\/td>\nFeb. 28<\/td>\nFeb. 15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1099-LTC, Long-Term Care and Accelerated Death Benefits<\/td>\nReports payouts from long-term care insurance contracts or accelerated death benefits.<\/td>\nMarch 31<\/td>\nFeb. 28<\/td>\nJan. 31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1099-MISC, Miscellaneous Income<\/td>\nReports miscellaneous income, such as rent or royalties, not covered by other forms.<\/td>\nMarch 31<\/td>\nFeb. 28<\/td>\nJan. 31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1099-NEC, Nonemployee Compensation<\/td>\nReports nonemployee compensation paid to independent contractors or freelancers.<\/td>\nMarch 31<\/td>\nJan. 31<\/td>\nJan. 31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1099-OID, Original Issue Discount<\/td>\nReports a specific kind of interest income called original issue discount on debt instruments, such as bonds, notes, certificates, etc.<\/td>\nMarch 31<\/td>\nFeb. 28<\/td>\nJan. 31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1099-PATR, Taxable Distributions Received from Cooperatives<\/td>\nReports $10 or more of distributions received from cooperatives, also called patronage dividends.<\/td>\nMarch 31<\/td>\nFeb. 28<\/td>\nJan. 31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1099-Q, Payments from Qualified Education Programs<\/td>\nReports payments from qualified tuition programs (529 plans) and Coverdell ESAs.<\/td>\nMarch 31<\/td>\nFeb. 28<\/td>\nJan. 31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1099-QA, Distributions from ABLE Accounts<\/td>\nReports distributions from ABLE accounts.<\/td>\nMarch 31<\/td>\nFeb. 28<\/td>\nJan. 31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1099-R, Distributions from Pensions, Annuities, Retirement or Profit-Sharing Plans, IRAs, Insurance Contracts, etc.<\/td>\nReports distributions from pensions, retirement accounts, annuities, etc.<\/td>\nMarch 31<\/td>\nFeb. 28<\/td>\nJan. 31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1099-S, Proceeds from Real Estate Transactions<\/td>\nReports proceeds from real estate sales or exchanges.<\/td>\nMarch 31<\/td>\nFeb. 28<\/td>\nFeb. 15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1099-SA, Distributions from an HSA, Archer MSA, or Medicare Advantage MSA<\/td>\nReports distributions from health savings accounts or medical savings accounts.<\/td>\nMarch 31<\/td>\nFeb. 28<\/td>\nJan. 31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1099-SB, Seller\u2019s Investment in Life Insurance Contract<\/td>\nReports the seller\u2019s investment in a life insurance contract upon transfer.<\/td>\nMarch 31<\/td>\nMarch 1<\/td>\nFeb. 15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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1099-A: Acquisition or Abandonment of Secured Property<\/h3>\n

If your bank forgives some or all of your mortgage, or if you sell your home for less than you owe (a short sale), you might get a\u00a0Form 1099-A\u00a0from your lender. When you don\u2019t have to pay back the full loan, the IRS sees the forgiven part as money you made, and it\u2019s typically considered taxable income.<\/p>\n

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1099-B: Proceeds from Broker and Barter Exchange Transactions<\/h3>\n

Form 1099-B\u00a0is issued by brokers or barter exchanges and reports proceeds from the sale of stocks, bonds, or other securities. If you\u2019ve sold any investments, you\u2019ll receive this form, which details the dates of transactions, the amounts, and your resulting profit or loss. This information is needed for calculating capital gains or losses on your tax return.<\/p>\n

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1099-C: Cancellation of Debt<\/h3>\n

Much like Form 1099-A,\u00a0Form 1099-C\u00a0details canceled or forgiven debt. This could include forgiven credit card debt, discharged car or personal loans, and forgiven student loans. The IRS treats any canceled debt as taxable income. So, if your lender lets you off the hook for any part of your debt, that forgiven debt is something you have to report as income on your taxes. Form 1099-C sent by the lender will tell you how much of the debt was forgiven.<\/p>\n

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1099-CAP: Changes in Corporate Control and Capital Structure<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re a shareholder in a corporation that was either acquired or experienced a significant change in its capital structure, you might find yourself on the receiving end of a\u00a01099-CAP form. This document is issued to shareholders who have received cash, stock, or other forms of property as a result of the corporation\u2019s acquisition or restructuring.<\/p>\n

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Consolidated 1099 tax statement<\/h3>\n

A consolidated Form 1099 combines five separate 1099 forms into one tax reporting document. The tax forms you might see in this consolidated document are 1099-B, 1099-DIV, 1099-INT, 1099-MISC, and 1099-OID.<\/p>\n

Your consolidated 1099 tax form will show all your reportable income and transactions for the tax year. It could include some or all of the following five forms:<\/p>\n