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📅 January 31 · W-2, 1099-NEC

W-2 and 1099-NEC Filing Deadline

Deadline to send W-2s to employees and 1099-NECs to independent contractors. Also the deadline to file these with the IRS/SSA.

Who: Employers, businesses that paid contractors

⚠️ Penalty for Missing This Deadline

$50-$580 per form depending on how late you file. Intentional disregard: $630 per form with no cap.

Tips to Stay on Track

1

Use QBO Payroll to auto-generate W-2s

2

Track all contractor payments over $600 during the year

3

Verify SSN/EIN before filing to avoid rejections

Other Tax Deadlines

January 15
Q4 Estimated Tax Payment Due
March 15
S-Corp and Partnership Tax Return Due
April 15
Personal Tax & Q1 Estimated Tax Due
April 15
C-Corporation Tax Return Due

Related Resources

DeductionsTax Deduction DirectoryGlossaryWhat Are Estimated Taxes?GlossaryWhat Is Schedule C?TemplatesChart of Accounts for QBO

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