Bookkeeping

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November 12, 2025
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I pay someone to do my bookkeeping, do I need to send them a 1099 at the end of the year or simply categorizing this expense as professional services on my sch c enough?

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Best answer by dev145

Yes, you need to issue 1099 to bookkeeper if payment is $600 or more. You may also want to ask them to fill out form W9 that will provide all the info. you need to issue 1099.

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Yes, you need to issue 1099 to bookkeeper if payment is $600 or more. You may also want to ask them to fill out form W9 that will provide all the info. you need to issue 1099.

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