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Level 4
April 12, 2023
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No 1099-R received for settlement check

  • April 12, 2023
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Good afternoon,

 

I received a check for $91.69 in December of 2022 for a class action settlement.  I just realized that I did not get a 1099-R for this payment.  I called the company that issued the check and was told that I do not have to report transactions under $200.00 per the settlement agmt.  Is this true?  I am assuming that IRS doesn't know about this payment if no 1099-R was issued.  Should I leave it alone or report it?

 

Thank you.

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DaveF1006
Level 15
April 12, 2023

Assuming it is a part of a settlement agreement and for such a small amount, i would leave it off your return. i don't think no one would chase you down and hog-tie you for that small amount, particularly the IRS. 

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Level 4
April 13, 2023

Hello DaveF1006

 

Thank you for your thoughts, Dave!  That was my gut feeling too.