Do S Corps Get 1099-MISC Forms?

By Jeannine Mancini

Published on 9 May 2023 5 min read

Are you running an S corporation and wondering if you will get or need to file 1099-MISC forms? The answer is, it depends. While it may not be the most thrilling topic, understanding the ins and outs of tax forms is crucial for any business owner. So, read on to clarify the confusion around the infamous 1099-MISC forms and whether they apply to S corps.

What Is the 1099-MISC Form?

Form 1099-MISC (now called Miscellaneous Information) is a form used by the IRS to report various types of payments, such as rent, healthcare payments, prizes, awards, and payments to attorneys.

In the past, it was also used to report compensation for independent contractors, freelancers, sole proprietors, and self-employed individuals. From 2020 onwards, this information is reported on Form 1099-NEC. These forms are used to report business payments and not personal ones. Taxpayers receive 1099 forms, including Form 1099-MISC, at the end of the tax year, and use the information provided to report their income.

Form 1099-MISC for Corporations

The IRS rule is that you don’t have to send a 1099-MISC form to a corporation, be it a C corporation or an S corporation. If you’re dealing with a single-member limited liability company (LLC) or a one-person limited corporation (Ltd.), you should still send a 1099-MISC.

Sole proprietors, partnerships, and unincorporated contractors do need to receive a 1099-MISC.

Form 1099-MISCs and Business Services

The IRS only requires 1099-MISC forms for services provided for your business, and not personal services. For example, if you hire a plumber to fix a leaky faucet in your home, you don’t need to file a 1099-MISC form since this is considered a personal service. However, if you hire a freelance web designer to create a website for your business, you would need to file a 1099-MISC form since this is a service provided for your business.

Filing 1099-MISC forms helps the IRS keep track of any income received by non-employees and ensures that they are properly reporting their income in their tax returns. Failure to file the forms or filing them incorrectly can result in penalties and fines from the IRS, so it’s important to make sure you understand the rules around 1099-MISC forms and file them accurately and on time.

Information You Need to Complete a 1099 Form

To complete a 1099-MISC form, you’ll need:

recipient’s name
address
taxpayer identification number (TIN)
description of the services provided
total amount paid for those services
date when the payment was made

Check to ensure that all the information is accurate and up to date.

How to Fill Out 1099-MISC Form?

You can get a copy of the official IRS-approved 1099-MISC from the IRS website. If you’re using a form you found elsewhere online, double-check to make sure it’s approved by the IRS and that it’s the latest version. The form can be filled out by hand using a pen, printed using a computer printer, or automatically filled out electronically with a software program. Many tax software programs automatically populate the required fields based on your provided information.

How to Send 1099 Forms?

Once you’ve completed the 1099-MISC form, send copies to the recipient, the IRS, and your state tax agency. The recipient should receive a copy of the form by January 31st of the year following the tax year in which the payments were made.

You have the option to either mail the form or use the IRS’s online filing system to submit the form. If you decide to mail the form, consider using certified mail for security and proof that you sent the document on time.

If you want to submit electronically, create an account with the IRS and submit the form after following the provided instructions. Keep in mind that there are different deadlines and regulations for filing electronically versus by mail, so it’s important to review the requirements carefully.

When to File a 1099-MISC?

You’ll use this form if you paid a contractor or another non-employee $600 or more for their services in a year. The form should be filed for the same calendar year in which the payments were made. If services were done in 2023, the form should be filed by January 31, 2024, at the latest.

Minimum Amount to File 1099-MISC

The minimum amount you’ll want to remember is $600. You must file a 1099-MISC form for every person or entity that you’ve paid $600 or more for their services during the year. This applies to all businesses, including corporations. If you paid someone less than this amount, you won’t need to file the form. Even if you paid 10 separate entities $500, you still do not need to file a 1099-MISC.

If you sold $5,000 or more worth of products directly to a buyer who plans to resell them somewhere other than a permanent store, you need to fill out Form 1099-MISC to report the sale.

Penalties For a Late 1099-MISC

Businesses that forget to file 1099-MISC forms or file them after the deadline could face a penalty from the IRS. The size of the penalty will depend on how late the form is filed and can range from $50 to $550 per form. For larger businesses, the maximum penalty is up to a hefty $1,113,000 per year.

It’s really important to keep up with the deadlines to avoid these steep penalties.

Mastering the 1099-MISC

Understanding the ins and outs of 1099-MISC forms is a must for any business owner or corporation. It can be the difference between smooth sailing come tax time or a costly headache. Remember, you need to file a 1099-MISC form for any person or entity you’ve paid at least $600 or more for their services during the tax year. Failure to file or filing late can result in penalties that can quickly add up.

Because of this, it’s important to stay on top of your bookkeeping and make sure all your records are in order. doola is here to help you with all your bookkeeping needs, so you can focus on running your business while we take care of the paperwork. Don’t let 1099-MISC forms stress you out – let doola help you stay organized and compliant with the IRS.

FAQs

What happens if you send a 1099 to an S-corporation by mistake?

Sending a 1099 to an S-corporation by mistake is a common error made by many businesses. The IRS does not recognize S-corps as independent contractors, so sending them a 1099 can cause confusion and potential issues during tax time. If you make this mistake, it’s important to reach out to the S-corporation and issue a corrected 1099 form to avoid any further issues.

What is the difference between Form 1099-MISC vs. Form 1099-NEC?

Form 1099-MISC is used to report payments made to non-employees, such as independent contractors, for services rendered. Form 1099-NEC is specifically designed for reporting payments made to independent contractors or freelancers for services rendered. The key difference is that starting from the tax year 2020, the IRS separated the reporting of non-employee compensation from the general 1099-MISC form and created a separate form 1099-NEC to be used for this purpose.

Do LLCs and S-corps get 1099?

Yes, LLCs and S-corps may receive a 1099 if they were paid $600 or more for services rendered during the tax year. It’s important to keep accurate records of all payments made and received to ensure that proper reporting is done during tax time.

Do partnerships get 1099?

Yes, partnerships may receive a 1099 if they were paid $600 or more for services rendered during the tax year. Like LLCs and S-corps, it’s important to keep accurate records of all payments made and received to ensure proper reporting is done during tax time.

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