What this letter means
The IRS says some 1099s you filed have names and taxpayer ID numbers that do not match its records.
Why you probably got it
Vendor or contractor information on your 1099s was wrong.
Your deadline
Send B-notices to the payees listed within the time frame in the notice, and start backup withholding if required.
What to do next
- Compare the list against your vendor records.
- Send B-notices and request corrected W-9s.
- Start backup withholding on payees who do not correct their information.
Scam check: The IRS starts contact by mail. It will never demand payment by gift card, wire transfer, or cryptocurrency, or threaten immediate arrest. Pay only at IRS.gov or by check to the U.S. Treasury, and confirm any phone number at IRS.gov before calling.
This is general information, not legal, tax, or financial advice for your specific situation. Every case is different. Always check the dates and amounts printed on your own documents.
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