This guy sold stuff for me, & paid me after keeping 20%. now he is asking for my ssn or EID so he can issue me a 1099 is it ok?

If he sold assets for you then what you receive is only taxable income to the extent that what you receive is greater than your basis in the...

Form 3520

IRS Form 3520 is for a foreign trust or for the receipt of a gift from a foreign estate or trust. It is not for reporting that you opened a...

Form 2553 for the (IRS))

The IRS is requesting a 2553 to see if the corporation is a valid "S" corporation. If the corporation has not been filing Form 1120S, then I do...

What documents should be submitted with ITIN application for foreign nationals?

Notarization of a passport is unacceptable. A copy of your passport that has been certified by the Indian government is acceptable. You need to...

IRS withheld over $3,000 of our refund this year claiming my wife received unemployment in 2010 that she in fact did not receive

Mr. Davidoff is correct. This is a situation where you need to contact the IRS Taxpayer Assistance Office. 907-271-6391 is the phone number for...

I am unaware of any process to "merge" an ITIN and a SSN. My understanding is that when you get a Social Security number you simply stop using the...

Can I file taxes without having any W-2 or 1099?

Mr. Berkus has given you a thoughtful answer. In short, the lack of W-2s and a 1099 or Schedule C has nothing to do with your obligation to file...

JOD says alternate child care expenses credit each year on tax return.

Google IRS Tax Topic 602 - Child and Dependent Care Credit. No, the noncustodial parent cannot get the child care credit.

What can I do if I have not filed tax return for my small business for years, but can't afford a tax consultant/lawyer?

Mr. Davidoff has, as usual, given you superb advice. Also, TurboTax's basic program is FREE!!! So use it.

Mr. Yacker has given you good advice. You need to file the California Form 540. You need to file the New York income tax return. You are...