Making a certain amount of cash from pursuing a passion or by having your own side gig means you owe taxes, according to the Internal Revenue Service, but you won’t receive a W-2 form as you would ...

Closeup of Form 1099-K, Payment Card and Third Party Network Transactions, an IRS information return used to report certain payment transactions to improve voluntary tax compliance. It’s that time of ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Robert W. Wood is a tax lawyer focusing on taxes and litigation. Closeup of Form 1099-NEC, Nonemployee Compensation. The IRS has ...

Each January, your mailbox and email are likely filled with tax forms. You’ll receive a W-2 reporting your wages if you work for an employer. But if you do any self-employed or freelance work, you may ...

Did you just receive a form called a 1099-K, a form that you never, ever saw in your lifetime? Well, do not ignore any 1099-K that pops up. Take your time to understand this one. More taxpayers will ...

If you earn money through a side hustle, run a small business, or get paid through apps like Venmo, PayPal, or Cash App, or sites like eBay, you’ve probably come across a lot of mixed messages about ...

The Internal Revenue Service revised its frequently asked questions on the Form 1099-K to alleviate confusion this filing season. The Form 1099-K has been of particular concern in recent years after ...

The IRS introduces Form 1099-DA for the 2025 tax season, targeting cryptocurrency transactions. This move aims to regulate ...

Whether you're a business owner who relies on independent contractors or you make your living as a freelancer, understanding the difference between Form 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC is critical to ensuring ...

Disclaimer: Always consult a tax professional to ensure you understand your business tax obligations. This article compiles information directly from the IRS and is intended as a resource and not tax ...

The Internal Revenue Service previewed a draft version of the Form 1099-DA on Friday for crypto brokers reporting on the proceeds of digital asset transactions to their customers. The form is the ...