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    Getting Started with 1099 Preparation

    Access the 1099 Report #

    The 1099 Preparation module in Debits helps you manage vendor tax information, request W-9 forms, and prepare 1099 filings for year-end reporting. This guide walks you through accessing and understanding the main 1099 features.

    Step 1: Navigate to Transactions #

    From your company dashboard, click on Transactions in the left sidebar menu.

    Step 2: Click the 1099s Tab #

    At the top of the Transactions page, you’ll see multiple tabs. Click the 1099s tab to access the 1099 preparation tools.

    Understanding the 1099 Report Panel #

    The 1099 Report panel displays all vendors who have received payments during the selected tax year.

    1099 Report panel with vendor list and summary statistics

    Key Features #

    • Summary Statistics – View total vendors, total payments, and filing status at a glance
    • Vendor Table – Lists all vendors with their payment totals, W-9 status, and 1099 status
    • Status Badges – Color-coded badges show each vendor’s current status (Needs W-9, W-9 Requested, Ready, Filed, Excluded)
    • Actions Menu – Quick access to view details, request W-9, exclude vendor, or mark as filed
    • Year Selector – Switch between tax years to view historical data
    • Export Options – Export vendor data for filing with Track1099, Tax1099, or as CSV

    Vendor Table Overview #

    Vendor table showing columns for vendor info, payments, and status

    The vendor table includes the following columns:

    • Vendor Name – Business or individual name
    • Total Payments – Sum of all payments for the tax year
    • W-9 Status – Whether W-9 is on file, requested, or needed
    • 1099 Status – Current filing status (Ready, Filed, Excluded)
    • Actions – Buttons to view details, request W-9, or access more options

    Tip: Vendors with payments under $600 are automatically excluded from 1099 reporting requirements, but you can still track them in the system.

    View Vendor Details #

    Step 1: Click the View Button #

    Hover over a vendor row and click the eye icon to open the Vendor Details modal.

    Vendor row showing action buttons on hover

    Step 2: Review Vendor Information #

    The Vendor Details modal has four tabs:

    • Details – Basic vendor information (name, email, phone)
    • Address – Mailing address for 1099 delivery
    • 1099 Info – Tax classification, TIN, form type, and payment details
    • Notes – Internal notes about the vendor

    Vendor Details modal showing all information tabs

    Updated on February 19, 2026

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