As we enter the new year, small business owners should start preparing for one key task: filing 1099s and W-2s. These forms need to be submitted by February 2, 2026, in order to avoid late filing penalties.
If you’re filing 10 or more information returns, including W2s and 1099 forms, you must file them all electronically.
The IRS offers a free electronic filing service for the Form 1099 series using the Information Returns Intake System. https://www.irs.gov/filing/e-file-information-returns-with-iris
W2s need to be submitted directly to the Social Security Administration as well as to the applicable State(s). https://www.ssa.gov/employer/
For additional information about the filing requirements that apply to your business, please contact our office.
