ATX payroll software -1099 filings

[JackieCPA]

I know that for W-2s, the software creates the file that you then upload to SSA. Does 1099 do the same thing or does it transmit it like a tax return and show accepted/rejected? 

[Gail in Virginia]

The payroll software can transmit the 1099 file just like a tax return, but there is a fee for e-filing though the software instead of being included in the price of the software.  If I remember correctly - I have not transmitted any 1099s this year so far. 

[Medlin Software, Dennis]

Mr. Wilson in me always bristles at any payroll software handling anything for a non employee. I imagine getting laughed out of court or DOL hearings when said non employee proves payroll software was used to pay them.