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The document is a Form W-9, used by U.S. persons to provide their Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) to requesters for tax reporting purposes. It includes instructions on how to fill out the form, certification requirements, and information about backup withholding. The form is essential for individuals and entities to certify their TIN and claim exemption from backup withholding when applicable.

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Enter your name as shown on your income tax return in the first field. If you have a business name, include it in the next field.
Select the appropriate box for your entity type: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Corporation, Partnership, or Other.
Fill in your address details including street number, city, state, and ZIP code.
In Part I, provide your Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN). For individuals, this is typically your Social Security Number (SSN).
In Part II, certify that the information provided is correct by signing and dating the form.
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What is a W9 form used for?

A Form W9 is completed by an independent contractor, freelancer, or consultant for a business and provided to that business for their records. Employers use the W-9 to complete Form 1099, which details the employer-paid wages to the independent contractor, freelancer, or consultant.

What is the difference between a 1099 and a W9?

The main differences between W-9 and 1099 tax forms are that a W-9 is filled out by the supplier or independent contractor to provide their tax and payment information to the payer, whereas 1099 forms are provided by the payer to document the supplier or contractors gross earnings and any backup withholding after

Who needs to fill out a W9?

Who needs to fill out a W-9 form? Employers who work with independent contractors must provide them with a W-9 form to fill out before starting work. There are specific criteria for who is classified as an independent contractor and will need to fill it out.

Why would someone need your W9?

Use Form W-9 to provide your correct Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) to the person who is required to file an information return with the IRS to report, for example: Income paid to you. Real estate transactions. Mortgage interest you paid.

Who is required to submit a W9?

Form W-9. If youve made the determination that the person youre paying is an independent contractor, the first step is to have the contractor complete Form W-9, Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification.

How will a W9 affect my taxes?

However, simply filling out a W-9 doesnt require a person to pay taxes. These payments arent typically subjected to IRS withholding, meaning it is the payees responsibility to track their income and pay the necessary taxes.