In short, the relationship I had with this contractor started great and ended exceedingly poorly. We had been friends prior to the completed work, but neither of us were happy about the outcome of the contract or payment schedule. I did pay her, but she refused to provide a receipt. She's since engaged in slanderous statements about my business and has threatened more of the same if I ever attempt to contact her again. I don't even know if the address I have for her is current. Because this payment is over the 1099 NEC threshold, what steps should I take to protect my own filing status with the IRS?
Thank you!
