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posted Dec 9, 2022 9:38:03 AM

Filled out Line 1 on W9 Wrong

Hi - 

I have a single member LLC and sent a W9 to a client, but I incorrectly put the business name on Line 1. I used the business EIN as well. 

 

After reviewing, it appears I should have put my personal name on line 1, business name on line 2. 

 

Having made this mistake, what should I do to correct it? 

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Level 15
Dec 9, 2022 9:43:04 AM

That should be ok.  The W9 does not go to the IRS, only to the person.  It's just to give them your ssn or EIN.  

New Member
Dec 9, 2022 9:54:55 AM

That is good to hear. I just started and didn't want to tell my client I have no clue what I'm doing...

 

So even though I put my biz name on line 1 and used my LLC EIN, it should flow through fine when I report on my Schedule C? 

Level 15
Dec 9, 2022 11:50:50 AM

Yes ... when you got the EIN for a sole prop you linked it to your SS#  and on the Sch C the SS# & the EIN are both entered so they are also linked that way.   Life is good.