| Year-End Reminder: 1099 Information – Tools Inside |
As we approach year-end, it’s time to begin gathering the information needed to prepare your 2025 Forms 1099. We’ve included helpful tools and reminders below to make this process as easy and organized as possible. |
| Who Typically Receives a 1099? Here’s a quick guide to help you identify which vendors or payees may need to receive a 1099: Form 1099-NEC (Nonemployee Compensation) Issued to individuals or businesses (other than corporations) that you paid $600 or more for services during the year. Examples: independent contractors, consultants, subcontractors, professional service providers (attorneys, accountants, designers). Form 1099-MISC (Miscellaneous Information) Used for other payments, such as: -Rent or lease payments ($600 or more) -Prizes or awards -Payments to attorneys (in some cases) Other income not reported on Form 1099-NEC Form 1099-INT (Interest Income) Issued when you paid $10 or more in interest to an individual or entity outside of a financial institution. |
What’s Included in This Email To help you start preparing, we’ve included important tools: ✅ Form W-9 – Send this to each vendor or contractor who received payments eligible for 1099 reporting to collect their legal name, address, and taxpayer identification number (TIN). Form W-9 ✅ 1099 Information Spreadsheet (see link below) – Use this to summarize all payments made to 1099 recipients during 2025. Starting it now will make the filing process much smoother in January. Download Your 1099 Tools ✅Direct link to send us the completed form securely in January of 2026 once all 2025 payments are completeSend Documents Securely |
What to Expect Next Don’t send us your information just yet! In the first week of January 2026, you’ll receive a follow-up email from our office with: -Instructions for securely sending us your completed 1099 spreadsheet -Details about how recipient copies will be delivered -Information on how you’ll receive copies of the filings for your business records For now, we recommend gathering your W-9 forms and updating your payment records, so you’ll be ready when that message arrives. |
Helpful Tips Review your accounting records, check register, and credit card payments for potential 1099 recipients. Ensure you have a current W-9 for every 1099 eligible vendor or contractor paid during 2025. Starting your spreadsheet early ensures a smooth start to tax season. |
Thank You We appreciate your help in keeping your 1099 reporting timely and accurate. If you have any questions about which vendors may need a 1099 or how to use the attached spreadsheet, please reach out to your contact at our office. |

