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TIN Matching: How to Verify a Contractor's Tax ID and Avoid B-Notices
July 10, 2026Learn how TIN matching works to verify contractor tax IDs before filing 1099s. Avoid costly IRS B-notices with proper validation and best practices.
Read more →File 1099 Late Penalty: What Happens & How to Avoid Fines
July 4, 2026Filing 1099s late triggers IRS penalties from $60 to $630 per form. Learn the exact penalty tiers, deadlines, and how to minimize damage if you miss them.
Read more →Who Gets a 1099? A Plain-English Guide for Small Businesses
June 30, 2026Not every vendor or contractor needs a 1099. Learn exactly who gets one, who doesn't, and how to stay compliant without the guesswork or penalties.
Read more →How to Request a W-9 From a Vendor Without the Awkwardness
June 26, 2026Step-by-step guidance for AP teams chasing reluctant vendors for W-9 forms. Email templates, follow-up tactics, and how to avoid January panic.
Read more →1099 Filing Deadline 2026: Key Dates and Penalties to Know
June 22, 2026The 2026 1099 filing deadline is January 31 for most forms. Learn the exact dates, exceptions, and penalty costs to avoid IRS fines this tax season.
Read more →1099-NEC vs 1099-MISC: Which Form Do You File in 2026?
June 17, 2026Confused whether to use 1099-NEC or 1099-MISC? Learn exactly which payments go on each form, filing deadlines, and how to avoid costly IRS mistakes.
Read more →How to Collect W-9s From Contractors Before Year-End
June 16, 2026Scrambling for W-9s before 1099 season? Learn the exact process to collect completed forms from contractors fast, with templates and deadlines.
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