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1099 Correction: Incorrect Dollar Amount, Code or Checkbox
1099 Correction: Incorrect Dollar Amount, Code or Checkbox

Do you need to change a dollar amount reported to the IRS?

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Use this type of correction when you entered the wrong dollar amount in a field, need to check or uncheck a box, or you used the wrong code on a 1099.

Access Forms from Your Dashboard: Start by navigating to the Forms section from your dashboard.

Select the Form: Find the specific 1099 form you need to correct, such as a 1099-DIV.

Initiate Correction: From the Actions dropdown menu, choose "Correction."

Create Correction: On the next screen, click “Create Correction” to begin the correction process. Please note that filing a correction will involve an additional payment.

Reason for Correction: Select the reason for your correction from the dropdown menu. For instance, if you need to correct the dollar amount on your 1099-DIV, choose that option.

Create Correction: Click the “Create Correction” button.

Please read carefully: Click “Continue” when you’re ready.

Update Information: Enter the corrected dollar amounts in the provided fields. Once done, scroll down and click “Complete Correction”

Next Steps: On the “What’s Next” page, you’ll be presented with options such as Print Corrected, Print New, Print New & Corrected, eFile Corrected Form, or Return to Forms. Pay attention to the instructions on this page, especially if you’re filing by paper or electronically. Here, we’re going to eFile our Corrected 1099-DIV.

eFile Corrected Form. Once you’ve clicked “eFile Corrected Form,” Adams Tax Forms Helper will eFile both of your forms, along with your 1096 summary. Good on you! You’ve eFiled a corrected 1099 for an incorrect dollar amount!

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