Form 1099-NEC

Nonemployee Compensation

Plain-English answer: A 1099-NEC reports certain payments for services made to someone who is not an employee.

Why did I get Form 1099-NEC?

You may receive it because a business paid you for nonemployee services, or you may need to prepare it for contractors you paid.

What do I do next?

Keep it with your tax records. Businesses preparing 1099s should follow the current IRS instructions because thresholds and filing rules can change.

Does Form 1099-NEC need to be notarized?

No.

Where does it go?

The payer generally provides a copy to the recipient and files required copies with the IRS.

Official sourcehttps://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-1099-nec

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