esm25
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Freelance Editor/Self-Employed but one Client wants to give a W2 instead of 1099 -- Problem?

Hello!

 

My wife is a freelance editor/self-employed with several clients.  A new prospective client indicated they would issue her a W2 for the job she does for them instead of the usual 1099 (not sure why as this clearly seems incorrect---they just said it is better for them logistically).  Will this be a problem or have potential negative consequences on her since she is technically not their employee?  Can she still report/file the W2 income through TurboTax Self-Employed when the time comes to file?

 

Thank you!