As the landscape of tax regulations evolves, staying current with the latest year-end filing requirements—especially for 1099 forms—is crucial for every business.
Note: This information is for informational purposes only and does not constitute formal tax, legal, or compliance advice. Always consult with qualified tax advisors, legal counsel, and your organization’s internal teams for guidance specific to your situation. Additional regulations may apply. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, refer to official government resources and regulatory agencies.
The 1099 series of forms reports various types of income paid to individuals or businesses other than wages, salaries, and tips. Each version serves a specific purpose:
- 1099-NEC: Reports nonemployee compensation of $600 or more paid to independent contractors, freelancers, and vendors.
- 1099-MISC: Reports other types of payments such as rents, royalties, prizes, or attorney fees.
- 1099-INT: Reports interest income of $10 or more from bank accounts, loans, or investments.
- 1099-DIV: Reports dividends and distributions from stocks, mutual funds, and other investments.
- 1099-R: Reports distributions from retirement accounts such as pensions, annuities, or IRAs.
- 1099-B: Reports proceeds from the sale of securities, such as stocks or bonds.
- 1099-G: Reports government payments like unemployment compensation, state tax refunds, or agricultural subsidies.
- 1099-K: Reports payment transactions from third-party platforms like PayPal, Venmo, or Square (see “What’s New” below for 2025 updates).
While W-2s report wages paid to employees, 1099s are used for payments to non-employees—independent contractors, freelancers, or service providers.
Form 1099 Updates for 2025
The IRS has issued several key updates affecting year-end reporting and form usage:
1. 1099-K Thresholds Revert to Pre-2021 Rules
As a result of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), the lowered $600 reporting threshold for Form 1099-K will not take effect. Instead, the previous thresholds are reinstated.
A Third-Party Settlement Organization (TPSO) must file a 1099-K only if:
- The recipient received over $20,000 in gross payments and
- Completed more than 200 transactions in the calendar year.
⚠️ Note: Some states may have their own 1099-K thresholds, which may differ from the federal limits. Always confirm state-specific requirements.
2. 1099-R Updates
Box 7: A new Code Y has been added to indicate Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs).
Automatic Rollover Limit Increase: Beginning January 1, 2024, the automatic rollover amount increased from $5,000 to $7,000.
3. E-Filing Threshold Reminder
Starting in 2024 (for filings in 2025), businesses filing 10 or more information returns of any type (W-2s, 1099s, etc.) must file electronically. This rule makes e-filing solutions more critical than ever for accuracy, speed, and compliance.
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