Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Robert W. Wood is a tax lawyer focusing on taxes and litigation. Most IRS Forms 1099 arrived around the end of January 2026 for ...

Whether you're a business owner who relies on independent contractors or you make your living as a freelancer, understanding the difference between Form 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC is critical to ensuring ...

If your business pays nonemployee compensation and other reportable payments, you must be aware of two forms: Form 1099-MISC and Form 1099-NEC. Many employers are likely familiar with Form 1099-MISC.

Korrena Bailie has over a decade of experience reporting and editing personal finance stories and reviews. Her work has been featured in Wirecutter, The New York Times, Bankrate and Credit Karma. Send ...

Making a certain amount of cash from pursuing a passion or by having your own side gig means you owe taxes, according to the Internal Revenue Service, but you won't receive a W-2 form as you would ...

The IRS has reintroduced Form 1099-NEC as the new way to report self-employment income instead of Form 1099-MISC as traditionally had been used.

As is the case every year, we’re hearing from lots of folks confused about when to send a 1099 form or other “information returns” to someone. It is true that over time, these forms have continued to ...

If your business pays nonemployee compensation and other reportable payments, you must be aware of two forms: Form 1099-MISC and Form 1099-NEC. Many employers are likely familiar with Form 1099-MISC.