I have contacted the person to request their SSN several times and they haven't called me back. I already filed my tax return which reflects the payouts as contract work. I'm sure not filing the 1099 will result in an audit -- if I have the cancelled checks that show payment to her -- will that help?
Can I file the 1099 without a SSN? What should I do?
2007-04-26 12:18:23 · 6 answers · asked by Jacob S 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Taxes ➔ Other - Taxes
The best way to get an SS# from a contractor is to send them a W-9 form. This is a Request for Tax Payer ID Number. The contractor is required by law to send it back to you or you are required by law to withhold some of their payment. Last time I looked, that was 20%.
There are fines if they refuse to provide that information.
W-9s are required to be signed by the individual or a responsible person if the number is for a corporation, partnership or other entity. They are certifying that the ID number is accurate.
I was responsible for maintaining the W-9 file and preparing the 1099s for my last job.
2007-04-26 16:46:39 · answer #1 · answered by Mark S 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Steven is right. It's your responsibilty to get the SSN before the person even starts working for you. You can prepare and send the 1099-misc without the SSN, but the IRS will send it back to you and ask for the number. They don't accept 1099's without them. You can send the person a copy without their SSN, though.
2007-04-26 15:50:39 · answer #2 · answered by Fool in the Rain 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you should of already gave him the 1099 form . When you hire contract people it is not your responsibility to verify their SS# but it is your responsibility ti issue them a 1099 in a timely manner even if you leave the SS# part blank.
2007-04-26 12:29:17 · answer #3 · answered by raulangelrodriguez 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
This is why you should obtain an SSN BEFORE paying anyone. Judging by the frequency of this question on YA, it is nearly impossible to obtain the number after the fact.
2007-04-26 12:35:46 · answer #4 · answered by STEVEN F 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You may have problems. The forms were due at the end of January. If there was no social security number you are required to do backup withholding of 28%. Contact the IRS and ask them what to do.
2007-04-26 12:27:17 · answer #5 · answered by Barkley Hound 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
most people are not real happy about giveing thier SS out to just anyone .It is a big deal, so maybe they do not know what you need it for
2007-04-26 12:27:55 · answer #6 · answered by winterberg 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋