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New Member
posted Jun 4, 2019 4:10:59 PM

If I receive a 1099 from my employer does that mean I file as unemployed?

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New Member
Jun 4, 2019 4:11:01 PM

1099 Misc income is self employment income. This means you were not a W-2 employee and are responsible for your own taxes. If you are unsure about this be sure to contact your employer.

More information on self employment income:

https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tools/tax-tips/Self-Employment-Taxes/The-Self-Employment-Tax/INF1202...


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New Member
Jun 4, 2019 4:11:01 PM

1099 Misc income is self employment income. This means you were not a W-2 employee and are responsible for your own taxes. If you are unsure about this be sure to contact your employer.

More information on self employment income:

https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tools/tax-tips/Self-Employment-Taxes/The-Self-Employment-Tax/INF1202...