Why did I receive a 1099 from my employer?

Answer by  Chaneygirl (1755)

Your "employer" is treating you as self employed. That means the employer did not withhold any taxes and those are your responsibility. You should file a schedule C with your tax return and include an applicable expenses against the income. If you feel you are an employee, I would discuss the matter with your employer.

Answer by  worker2066 (19)

Most employers do not know up front that they might or might not spend more that $600 on their independent contractors. Also, the employer might not consider you as their employees. If the employer did not deduct any taxes on your paycheck, then most likely they consider you as a contractor.

Answer by  MSH (305)

you received a 1099 because you were paid money, but were not considered an employee and had no withholding. Therefore they had to report your income to the IRS and you are solely responsible for taxes and self employment tax

Answer by  Kurt (4579)

The employer would have issued you a 1099 form if you received taxable income from them that was not included in payroll. This may include things like relocation reimbursement. Inquire with human resources to find out more information about the form.

Answer by  Att4372 (1704)

If you received a 1099, you are NOT an employee; you are an independent contractor. Your "employer" contracted with you to do work, but doesn't pay your FICA.