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posted Nov 12, 2025 9:14:06 AM

Bookkeeping

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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Nov 12, 2025 9:19:50 AM

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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Employee Tax Expert
Nov 12, 2025 9:19:50 AM

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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