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posted May 6, 2025 11:16:42 AM

can someone file a 1099 on me if I did not fill out an i9 and was paid cash?

can someone file a 1099 on me if I did not fill out an i9 and was paid cash?

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Level 15
May 6, 2025 11:28:38 AM

A 1099 can't be e-filed without a correct tax ID number (SSN or EIN) but one could be filed by mail if an appropriate explanation was attached.

 

More importantly, if you perform work for someone and they pay you, you are required to report your income and pay the correct tax, regardless of whether they issue a 1099.  If you planned to work "under the table" and now they are issuing a 1099, that's just following the law.  

 

You should have already reported this income on your tax return, even without the 1099.  If they issue a 1099 late, the IRS may eventually send you a letter asking about the income, and you would reply that you already included it in your taxable income without the 1099. 

Level 15
May 6, 2025 11:48:59 AM

if you have already filed, you'll need to file an amended return if the income was not included. if you haven't filed, you'll need to include the income in your return.  File ASAP because, if you owe, late payment penalties and interest will continue to accrue for an amended return and, in addition, late filing penalties if you owe but have not yet filed.