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The W-9 form is a request for taxpayer identification number and certification, necessary for reporting payments to the IRS. Ensure your TIN is correct to avoid backup withholding.
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Obtain the W-9 form from the IRS website or a reliable source.
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Fill in your name as it appears on your income tax return.
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If you are filing as a business, enter your business name.
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Provide your business entity type by checking the appropriate box (individual, corporation, partnership, etc.).
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Enter your address (street, city, state, and ZIP code).
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Enter your taxpayer identification number (TIN), which can be your Social Security Number (SSN) or Employer Identification Number (EIN).
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If applicable, indicate if you are subject to backup withholding by checking the relevant box.
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Sign and date the form, certifying that the information provided is accurate.

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Individuals or businesses that receive payments from another entity.
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Freelancers or independent contractors needing to report income from clients.
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Financial institutions needing to report interest and dividend income.
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Real estate transactions where the property owner is required to provide their TIN.
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Form W-9 is a request for taxpayer identification number and certification in the United States. It is used by individuals and businesses to provide their Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) to others.
Anyone who is required to provide their TIN to another person or business, typically when they are receiving income, must file Form W-9.
To fill out Form W-9, provide your name, business name (if applicable), address, TIN, and certify the information by signing and dating the form.
The purpose of Form W-9 is to provide the requested tax identification information to the requester for tax reporting purposes.
Form W-9 requires your name, business name (if applicable), address, TIN (SSN or EIN), and the certification signature.
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