For example, Form 1099-NEC, used to report payments to independent contractors, must be furnished by February 2, 2026. As with Forms W-2, there is no automatic 30-day extension available for ...

The IRS continues to roll out drafts of some 2026 tax forms, including a draft of Form W-9, Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification. Here’s a look at what’s new—and why it matters ...

A 1099 form reports income you earned as a non-employee, meaning taxes weren’t withheld from your pay throughout the year. You’ll typically receive one if you were paid as a freelancer, independent ...