Resources for QuickBooks® 1099 & W2 Filing
Videos and information to efficiently, and affordably file 1099 & W2 Forms with QuickBooks.
How to Set up a 1099 Contractor in QuickBooks
- Create a vendor with a Tax ID
- Create an account for 1099 payments for each vendor
- Assign account as Non-Employee Compensation
- Review list of vendors and add if needed
- Review information
- Print 1099 forms or import to DiscountEfile.com for easier online filing
How to E-file 1099 & W2 Forms in QuickBooks
- Use DiscountEfile.com for an easier way!
- Affordable! $3.95 per form or less
- Absolutely secure
- Complete e-file and/or mail service
- All the popular 1099 forms and corrections
- W-2 forms and corrections
- W3 & 1096 Transmittals included
How to Write Checks in QuickBooks
- Open a check
- Enter payee info
- Choose an account, date and category
- Enter the check amount and check number
- Print individually or as a batch (see below)
How to Print Checks in QuickBooks
- Choose print checks from the main menu
- Select type of check and preview a sample
- Load QuickBooks check stock and print!
How to Set Up Payroll Taxes
- Gather necessary tax information about your business
- Set up employees
- Enter Federal and State tax details
- Set up e-file and e-pay, or manually pay
- Set up verification and security information
How to Pay Payroll Taxes
- Click Pay Taxes in your activities area
- Click e-pay to submit electronically
- Approve tax payments as needed
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Blog Posts about QuickBooks 1099 & W2 Filing
Business Penalties & Fines for Incorrect 1099 & W2 Filing
If your business fails to file 1099 & W2 forms on time, or provides incorrect information, you could incur large fines. Learn about the penalties how how to avoid them!
How to Correct a 1099 Form
If you need to correct a 1099 form because the original has errors, you will need to re-file the 1099 form and check the box at the top. But there is an easier way…
How to Correct W2 Forms
If you need to correct a W2 form because the original has errors, you will likely need to file a W2C form (W-2 Correction Form). This is different than a standard W2 form, and requires a few additional steps. But first, you need to answer one big question: Have you already filed W2 Copy A with the SSA?