Do I need to file a 1099-k if I didn't make $600?

[marcarri08]

I'm a mystery shopper and this is my first year, I've kept a physical log of my payments its just under $600, thats including reimbursements, without reimbursement it's rought $300. Do I need a 1099-k? What would be my best course of action? Any help is appreciated.

[RobertB4444]

First, a 1099-K is issued by the company that pays you.  You do not need to create one in order to pay yourself.  So don't worry about the 1099-K.

Second, you are what is called a 'self-employed contractor'.  You will enter the total amount that you received (in this case $600) and the total expenses that you had (in this case $300 plus any other expenses that you were not reimbursed for such as mileage).  Whatever is left is what you pay taxes on.

@marcarri08