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Originally Posted by look 171
how the heck do you varify that #? I had trouble with it in the pass with an electrican I no longer use because of this issue. I get a letter back saying it doesn't match name and number. I am thinking they can BS the number so they don't have to pay tax on their income.
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First thing to do is ask for a w-9 when you have someone work for you. they are signing their name that they are providing accurate information.
you can file the 1099 without the SS, but get the correct address and name. You run the risk of the IRS coming back to you and requesting it, penalties for filing late (if you are sending it now), etc. its a risk/reward thing after the fact.