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posted Feb 24, 2021 8:34:47 AM

I use home advisor and a couple other platforms and pay at least $500 monthly each. Should I be sending these companies 1099’s if so what is the benefit of doing that?

I advertise on these platforms.

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Expert Alumni
Feb 24, 2021 8:53:00 AM

No, you do not need to send Form 1099-MISC to these web-based companies.

 

These companies are incorporated, and you don't need to report payments to them

 

Per the IRS:  You are not required to file information return(s) if any of the following situations apply:

  • You are not engaged in a trade or business.
  • You are engaged in a trade or business and
    • the payment was made to another business that is incorporated, but was not for medical or legal services or
    • the sum of all payments made to the person or unincorporated business is less than $600 in one tax year

 

Am I Required to File a Form 1099 or Other Information Return?

 

 

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Expert Alumni
Feb 24, 2021 8:53:00 AM

No, you do not need to send Form 1099-MISC to these web-based companies.

 

These companies are incorporated, and you don't need to report payments to them

 

Per the IRS:  You are not required to file information return(s) if any of the following situations apply:

  • You are not engaged in a trade or business.
  • You are engaged in a trade or business and
    • the payment was made to another business that is incorporated, but was not for medical or legal services or
    • the sum of all payments made to the person or unincorporated business is less than $600 in one tax year

 

Am I Required to File a Form 1099 or Other Information Return?

 

 

New Member
Feb 24, 2021 9:12:14 AM

Thank you for the clarification and insights! I really appreciate it!