Got Questions About Your 1099? We’ve Got Answers.

Every year, we here at Wingspan get a ton of questions from contractors about 1099 forms. 

It makes sense! If you’re a contractor receiving payments on Wingspan, there’s a good chance you’ll be receiving a 1099-NEC this year. And you’ll need that form in order to properly file your tax return for 2025*. 

Here’s some questions you might have about the 1099-NEC – and the answers:

What is a 1099-NEC?

Let’s break the 1099-NEC down into two parts. The IRS classifies 1099 forms as those relating to income; NEC stands for Non-employee Compensation. You’d receive this tax form if you were paid at least $600 in 2025 via a platform like Wingspan. 

When will I receive a copy of my 1099-NEC?

If you have completed your tax verification and are eligible, you will receive your 1099 tax form electronically or postmarked by January 31st. That should give you plenty of time to file your taxes before Tax Day on April 15th. 

What 1099 Forms does Wingspan support?

Wingspan supports 1099-NEC as well as 1099-MISC filings for medical and health care payments (Box 6). For more information on Box 6, here’s what the IRS has to say about it. 

Can Wingspan change the address on my 1099-NEC? What about changing my legal name or Tax Identification Number (TIN)?

Absolutely! You can request corrections to your 1099 tax form directly through the Wingspan platform. Our correction flow allows you to request updates to the payment amount, tax identification number, legal name, and/or address.

Once your request is submitted, it will be sent to your payer for review. It’s important to note that correction requests are submitted to your payer for review and are subject to their approval. They are not submitted directly to the IRS. Learn more about how to request a correction here.

How can I see the payments that were included on my 1099?

You can see the payments included on your 1099 and download a CSV of those payments within the Wingspan app by following our guide on 1099-NEC payment amounts.

If you’re overwhelmed by doing your taxes as a freelancer, it might help to take things one step at a time. That’s why we’ve published the article "Confused About Your Freelance Taxes? Start Here." In it, you’ll learn about some concrete steps you can follow in order to better understand your tax situation – and your small business.

*This information is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax or legal advice.