--- title: Get Ahead of Year End with 1099 Prep description: Stay compliant with IRS regulations by following best practices for preparing and filing your 1099s before year-end. Avoid penalties and ensure smooth tax season operations. image: https://www.crradvisors.com/hubfs/AdobeStock_177596659.jpeg --- [Skip to content](https://www.crradvisors.com/blog/get-ahead-of-year-end-with-1099-prep#main-content) [![CRR](https://www.crradvisors.com/hubfs/CRR.svg)Homepage](https://www.crradvisors.com) - [Home](https://www.crradvisors.com) - [Services](https://www.crradvisors.com/services) - [Audit & Assurance](https://www.crradvisors.com/services/accounting-auditing) - [Business Valuation](https://www.crradvisors.com/business-valuation) - [Client Accounting + Advisory Services](https://www.crradvisors.com/caas) - [Private Client Services](https://www.crradvisors.com/private-client-services) - [Tax for Businesses](https://www.crradvisors.com/tax-services-business) - [Tax for Individuals](https://www.crradvisors.com/tax-services-individual) - [Transaction Advisory](https://www.crradvisors.com/transaction-advisory-services) - [Industries](https://www.crradvisors.com/industries) - [Blog](https://www.crradvisors.com/blog) - [About Us](https://www.crradvisors.com/about-us) - [Team & Careers](https://www.crradvisors.com/about-us) - [CRR Charitable Foundation](https://www.crradvisors.com/crr-charitable-foundation) - [Contact](https://www.crradvisors.com/contact-us) - [Client Tools](https://www.crradvisors.com/client-portal) - [Home](https://www.crradvisors.com) - [Services](https://www.crradvisors.com/services) - [Audit & Assurance](https://www.crradvisors.com/services/accounting-auditing) - [Business Valuation](https://www.crradvisors.com/business-valuation) - [Client Accounting + Advisory Services](https://www.crradvisors.com/caas) - [Private Client Services](https://www.crradvisors.com/private-client-services) - [Tax for Businesses](https://www.crradvisors.com/tax-services-business) - [Tax for Individuals](https://www.crradvisors.com/tax-services-individual) - [Transaction Advisory](https://www.crradvisors.com/transaction-advisory-services) - [Industries](https://www.crradvisors.com/industries) - [Blog](https://www.crradvisors.com/blog) - [About Us](https://www.crradvisors.com/about-us) - [Team & Careers](https://www.crradvisors.com/about-us) - [CRR Charitable Foundation](https://www.crradvisors.com/crr-charitable-foundation) - [Contact](https://www.crradvisors.com/contact-us) - [Client Tools](https://www.crradvisors.com/client-portal) ![](https://www.crradvisors.com/hs-fs/hubfs/AdobeStock_177596659.jpeg?width=6000&height=4000&name=AdobeStock_177596659.jpeg) Tax Business Advisory Small Business # Get Ahead of Year End with 1099 Prep ![Kara Yeater](https://www.crradvisors.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Kara-Yeater.jpg?width=48&height=48&name=Kara-Yeater.jpg) Kara Yeater December 10, 2024 | As the end of the year approaches, it’s time to start planning for **preparing and filing your 1099s**. Properly filing your 1099s helps you stay compliant with IRS requirements, avoid penalties, and ensures smooth operations during tax season. To make the process easier for you, here are some **best practices to keep in mind:** Verify Information Early - Double-check the accuracy of vendor names, Tax Identification Numbers (TINs), and addresses. - Make sure to collect W9’s from all vendors. Update Your Systems - Update addresses in your accounting system for any changes made with vendors during the year. - Make sure all vendors are checked off in your accounting system if they require a 1099. Keep Accurate Payment Records - Review your **books** for payments made by **cash, check, or bank transfer**, as these require 1099 reporting. - Remember: **Payments made via credit cards or third-party processors (e.g., PayPal)** should not be included (they will be reported by the payment processor on Form 1099-K). Issue 1099's - Issue a 1099-NEC for **non-employee compensation** exceeding $600. - Issue a 1099-MISC for **rent, royalties, or prizes** paid over $600 (other limits may apply). Know Your Deadlines - **January 31, 2025:** Forms 1099-NEC and 1099-MISC must be sent to recipients. - **February 28, 2025 (paper)** or **March 31, 2025 (electronic):** Deadline to file with the IRS. Your CAAS representative can assist with 1099 preparation, and can also provide insightful financial strategies. If you have questions about 1099 prep, leave a comment below, or feel free to contact me directly. 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