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How to Choose the Best 1099 Filing Software for 2026 (7 Things to Check)
1099 filing can be complicated. New forms, new thresholds, more filers. Here's how to pick software that keeps up.
Form 5500-EZ vs. Form 5500-SF vs. Form 5500: Which One Should You File in 2026?
Choosing the wrong Form 5500 variant isn't just a paperwork mistake, it can trigger major penalties. This guide breaks down exactly which form your plan needs, what changed in the 2023 participant-counting rules, and how to fix a filing error before the DOL finds it first.
Illinois IL-941: How to File, Deadlines & Requirements (2026)
If you withhold Illinois income tax, Form IL-941 is how you report it, and the details matter: it's quarterly only, Schedule P goes with every return even when you withheld nothing, and e-filing is mandatory. Here are the 2026 deadlines, payment schedules, and rules for fixing a filed return.
1099 Threshold for 2026: What the New IRS Rules Mean for You
Starting in tax year 2026, the reporting threshold for Form 1099-NEC and most Form 1099-MISC payment categories rises from $600 to $2,000. The change comes from the One Big Beautiful...
California New Hire Form DE-34 and Withholding Forms DE-9 & DE-9C Filing Requirements
California employers have several payroll reporting requirements to keep up with, from reporting new hires on Form DE-34 to filing quarterly Forms DE-9 and DE-9C. This guide covers what each form is, the information you need, filing deadlines, and potential penalties for late or missing reports.
FIRE to IRIS Migration: How TaxBandits Makes the IRS Transition Seamless
The IRS is retiring FIRE on November 19, 2026, and every information return filed after that date must go through IRIS instead. TaxBandits handles the entire transition on the back end, from automatic XML conversion and stricter validation to filing under its own IRIS authorization, so you don't have to rebuild your workflow from scratch.
Best 941 Software for Small Businesses (2026): Top 5 Compared
941 software splits into two types: e-file services that just handle the form, and payroll platforms that file it automatically as part of running payroll. Quick answer Dedicated e-file services...
Form 1098-VLI Explained: Vehicle Loan Interest Filing Requirements for Lenders
Lenders that issue qualifying vehicle loans must file Form 1098-VLI to support a new federal deduction established by the One Big Beautiful Act (OBBBA). Understanding who must file, what information is required, and when to file is essential as lenders prepare for this upcoming filing season.
How to Balance Data Security and Efficiency in Your Filing Workflow
Security doesn't have to slow you down. Learn four key practices that help bridge security and efficiency.
TaxBandits at Nationwide Tax Forum New York 2026: The Highlights
Relive TaxBandits’ highlights from the 2026 IRS Nationwide Tax Forum in New York.