Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Robert W. Wood is a tax lawyer focusing on taxes and litigation. Closeup of Form 1099-NEC and 1099-MISC. The IRS has reintroduced ...

Received a Form 1099-C for canceled debt? Learn why the IRS may consider it taxable income and, crucially, how you might be ...

Generally, 1099 forms are issued to anyone who provides your business with professional services, including independent contractors and commission-earning non-employees. — Getty Images/Kemal Yildirim ...

How do I know what 1099s to look out for? Any taxpayer can create a free ID.me account to see what forms they should expect ...

The 2025 tax season will have its quirks, gimmicks and gotchas. But right now anyway, many experts say most people should expect to see a timely tax refund. Fingers crossed. Taxpayers will still need ...

Don't let tax season catch you off guard. We break down the key differences on a W-2 and 1099 forms that directly impact your tax refund.

Tax Day is coming, and soon it will be time to begin gathering forms. If you haven't looked at them yet, all those numbers and letters – W-2, W-9, 1099 – can easily overwhelm. Some forms are ...