Saturday, February 5, 2011

QUESTION ON 1099 ON RENTS RECEIVED AND CONTRACT WORK ON RENTALS

Q. Hi Larry, Hope things are going well for you this tax season. After reading some of your information I need to clarify some information. Do we need to give our renters 1099’s and do I need to give one to the guy that did some remodeling on our rental?

A. You do not need to give your renters a 1099. As far as the contractor that did the remodeling on your rentals you do not need to give that person a 1099 for 2010.

But watch out, this changes for 2011. In 2011 landlords/lady’s will need to give a 1099 for work done on rentals so keep track. Remember it is $600 for the entire year so, for example if someone does repairs of $200 in February and $500 in November then you will be required to give them a 1099.

There is some controversy in Washington about the 1099 requirements in Obama Care but that does not affect this requirement. In addition Congress just increased the penalty to $295 for each 1099 not prepared.

Let me know if you have any other questions. It is a pleasure serving you.

Larry Kopsa CPA