you might receive a 1099-R. (Remember, many retirement plans are tax-advantaged, so this form might be simple record-keeping on behalf of the IRS.) If you took a loan from your retirement plan ...

Tax season began this week, and there's a good chance you've already received one or more 1099 tax forms. But what are they for, and why do you need to pay attention to them? Let's break it down.

Form 1099 is a tax document used to report certain types of income to the IRS. One copy is filed with the IRS and one copy is sent to the taxpayer. You're liable for paying taxes on all of your ...

It's tax season, and if you've received an unfamiliar income form this year, it might be a 1099 tax form. A 1099 form is used to document income received outside of a permanent salaried job.