The IRS asks for different corrective actions based on the type of error you’ve made.

You can find detailed instructions at the IRS website, but here is a step-by-step guide if you are correcting a 1099 Form with an Incorrect Recipient Name or TIN.

First, from your dashboard, go to “Filings.”

Next, find the 1099 Filing you’d like to correct. In this case, we’re selecting a 1099-MISC.

Next, under the “Actions” menu, select “Correction.”

From the next dropdown menu, select “Incorrect Recipient Name or TIN.”

Next, the following screen will appear, and you’ll be able to correct your Recipient information and TIN number.

Once you’ve finished editing your information, click the “Save” button in the lower right corner:

Next, you’ll see a message with the options to “Cancel” or “Save and Create Correction.” Click “Save and Create Correction” once you’re sure you’re info is correct:

Once you click “Save and Create Correction,” you’ll see your corrected 1099 with your changes to Recipient / TIN as below:

You can return to “Filings” where you’ll see “Corr.” next to your 1099, which means your form has been corrected.

You’ll be able to eFile your corrected form again in the Helper by clicking on “Checkout” from the dropdown menu.

You’ll also receive an email confirming your form(s) were processed by the IRS; however, it may take the IRS up to 4 weeks to process during periods of high demand.

Good on you! You’ve corrected a 1099 Form with an Incorrect Recipient Name and / or TIN!