Last number wrong in the social security number

[Dan]

I have a 1099 misc form with the last number wrong in the social security number. It has a 2 when it should be a 1. All the other numbers are correct on form 1099 misc.

What should I do about this form? Should I have the client request a corrected form?

What do you do about situations like this?

[Lynn EA USTCP in Louisiana]

Have the person submit a correct W9 to the issuer, and ask for a corrected 1099-MISC.

Lynn

[grandmabee]

I would request a corrected form. But I would go ahead and file the return with the correct information.

[Cathy]

If the 1099-MISC includes income taxes withheld, I'd hold off on e-filing until you receive a corrected form. Withholding of income taxes is not very common on a 1099-MISC, but it can happen.