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Instructions for Form W-9 Substitute Form - Massachusetts
This document contains official instructions for Form W-9 , Substitute Form - a form released and collected by the Massachusetts Department of Correction.
FAQ
Q: What is Form W-9?
A: Form W-9 is a tax form used to provide your taxpayer identification number (TIN) to a person who is required to file an information return with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
Q: Why is Form W-9 required?
A: Form W-9 is required to ensure that the person or entity paying you meets their reporting obligations to the IRS.
Q: Who needs to fill out Form W-9?
A: You need to fill out Form W-9 if you are a U.S. citizen or resident alien, and you are being asked to provide your TIN to a person or entity for tax reporting purposes.
Q: How do I fill out Form W-9?
A: Fill out your name, address, business name if applicable, and your TIN (Social Security Number or Employer Identification Number). Sign and date the form.
Q: What happens after I fill out Form W-9?
A: After you fill out Form W-9, the person or entity requesting the form will use the information to prepare their information returns, such as Form 1099, to report payments made to you to the IRS.
Q: Does Form W-9 need to be sent to the IRS?
A: No, you do not need to send Form W-9 to the IRS unless specifically asked to do so.
Instruction Details:
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