ACA Reporting
IRS Filing Guide for Tax Year 2025 (ACA, 1099, W-2)
This IRS Filing guide is designed to help filers navigate the process of filing their information returns annually.
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Employer Basics of Reporting
Information return basics for HR, payroll, and finance: TIN validation, deadlines, penalties, e-file thresholds, and IRS notice response steps.
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Employer Basics of Reporting
IRS Publication 1220 Updates for Tax Year 2025
The IRS has released the latest updates to Publication 1220 for Tax Year 2025, which governs the electronic filing of information returns.
Employer Basics of Reporting
2026 IRS Penalties for ACA, 1099, & W-2 Forms (TY2025)
IRS Penalties can happen for a variety of reasons, including forgetting to file, not filing by the deadline, and not furnishing forms.
Employer Basics of Reporting
Import Spreadsheet Format Guidelines for Tax Year 2025
We've created Excel import spreadsheet templates to help you easily upload all of your Tax Year 2025 1095-B and 1095-C, 1099, and W-2 data.
Employer Basics of Reporting
IRS IRIS TIN Validation Error “SHAREDIRFORM014” “SHAREDIRFORM015” and “SMF018”
As more filers transition to IRIS, new error types are emerging—one of the most common being TIN validation errors in 1099 e-filing.
Employer Basics of Reporting
C Offer – Offer in Compromise (OIC): Complete Guide
A c offer, commonly known as an “offer in compromise,” is a program that allows taxpayers to settle their tax debt with the IRS for less than the full...
Employer Basics of Reporting
Import Spreadsheet Format Guidelines for Tax Year 2024
We've created Excel import spreadsheet templates to help you easily upload all of your 1095-B and 1095-C, 1099, and W-2 data. These templates are
Form 1099
Combined Federal/State Filing Program – Comprehensive List
Through the Combined Federal/State Filing Program (CF/SF), the IRS electronically forwards information returns to participating states.
E-Filing Tips & Tricks
Why You Should Be Using TIN Verification to Avoid Setbacks
Keep your organization out of IRS fines by learning the importance of TIN verification and why no matter your business sizes, it matters!
Employer Basics of Reporting
Form 8809 Frequently Asked Questions in 2026
Form 8809 is an IRS TY25 Form used to request extensions for certain types of forms. This includes 1099s, ACA, W-2, and even 1099-NEC.
ACA Reporting
Vermont ACA Filing Requirements – TY 2024
TY2024 no Vermont ACA filing requirements, but will implement them if federal ACA requirements are eliminated.
ACA Reporting
DC ACA Filing Requirements – TY 2024
In TY24 states have adopted Individual Mandates. DC ACA reporting is now required for certain employers and insurance providers.
ACA Reporting
Massachusetts ACA Filing Requirements in 2025
Tax Year 2024 Massachusetts ACA filing is now required for certain employers and insurance providers.
ACA Reporting
New Jersey ACA Filing Requirements – TY 2024
Many states have adopted Individual Mandates for TY2024. New Jersey ACA filing is now required for certain employers and insurance providers.
Employer Basics of Reporting
2025 IRS Penalties for ACA, 1099, & W-2 Forms (TY2024)
IRS Penalties can happen for a variety of reasons, including forgetting to file, not filing by the deadline, not furnishing forms, or not offering coverage