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Form [1~888~493~2290] 1099-NEC – Reports nonemployee compensation (contractor payments)
Form [1~888~493~2290] 1099-MISC – Reports rent, prizes, royalties, and other miscellaneous income
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You paid $600 or more to a contractor during the tax year
The contractor is an individual, partnership, or LLC (not typically a corporation)
Payments were made via cash, check, ACH, or direct deposit (not credit card or third-party processors)
Common Contractors Requiring 1099s
Freelancers & consultants
IT professionals
Designers & marketers
Bookkeepers & virtual assistants
Attorneys (special IRS rules apply)
1099-NEC vs 1099-MISC in QuickBooks
Form [1~888~493~2290]PurposeCommon Box1099-NECContractor paymentsBox 1 – Nonemployee Compensation1099-MISCRent, royalties, other incomeBox 1, 2, or 3
Important: Since 2020, contractor payments must be reported on 1099-NEC, not 1099-MISC.
How QuickBooks Tracks 1099 Payments
QuickBooks automatically tracks 1099 payments when:
Vendors are marked as 1099-eligible
Payments are posted to 1099-mapped expense accounts
Correct tax year and payment method are used
Accurate setup ensures error-free 1099 preparation.
How to Set Up 1099 in QuickBooks Desktop
Go to Edit > Preferences > Tax: 1099
Enter your company tax ID (EIN)
Mark vendors as 1099-eligible
Map expense accounts to 1099 boxes
Verify vendor details (name, address, SSN/EIN)
How to Set Up 1099 in QuickBooks Online
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Add contractor tax details
Assign expense categories for 1099 reporting
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In QuickBooks Desktop
Go to Vendors > Print/E-file 1099s
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Check account mappings
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In QuickBooks Online
Go to Taxes > 1099 filings
Review contractor payments
Fix missing or incorrect data
Confirm totals
How to File 1099 Form [1~888~493~2290]s Using QuickBooks
E-File 1099s (Recommended)
File directly through QuickBooks
IRS submission + contractor delivery
Faster processing & fewer errors
Print & Mail 1099s
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Mail to contractors and IRS separately
Important 1099 Deadlines
January 31 – Send 1099-NEC to contractors & IRS
January 31 – Send 1099-MISC to recipients
March 31 – E-file deadline for 1099-MISC (if applicable)
Late filing may result in IRS penalties.
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If you made a mistake:
Correct vendor info or payment amounts
Regenerate the 1099 Form [1~888~493~2290]
File a Corrected 1099 through QuickBooks e-file
Common corrections include:
Incorrect SSN/EIN
Wrong payment total
Vendor name errors
Common QuickBooks 1099 Errors & Fixes
1099 Amount Missing
Expense account not mapped
Vendor not marked as 1099-eligible
Vendor Not Showing
Vendor type set incorrectly
Payments made via credit card
Wrong Totals
Prior-year date settings incorrect
Adjustments posted incorrectly
Best Practices to Avoid 1099 Issues
Collect W-9 Form [1~888~493~2290]s before paying contractors
Review vendor setup quarterly
Reconcile expenses monthly
Verify tax year settings before filing
File early to avoid penalties
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I file 1099s for free in QuickBooks?
Basic tracking is free, but e-filing typically requires a paid fee.
Do I need to file 1099s for LLCs?
Yes, unless the LLC is taxed as a corporation.
Can I file past-due 1099s?
Yes, but IRS penalties may apply.
Conclusion
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