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I worked for about four months as a "contractor" for a small business locally. I kept track of all of my pay and everything and don't necessarily need to have the 1099, but would like to see a copy of it because to be honest I don't trust the guy I was working for. If he claims he paid me a larger amount than what I file, what happens?
If he files a 1099 for you, he's legally obligated to send you a copy. If it shows the wrong amount, you ask him to issue a corrected form.
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Also, I will be filling out an SS-8 form to determine whether or not I was actually a contractor in the first place (was required to work in his office, received training, required to use his equipment, etc.). If I file this, and it comes back that I should have been classified as an employee the entire time, am I going to be responsible for paying additional taxes? Will the self-employment taxes I will be paying be refunded to me?
If you are reclassified as an employee after you file, and that necessitates changes in your return, amend your tax return accordingly.
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I also saw something on IRS.gov regarding a form for social security (8919). Should I fill out the 8919 and the SS-8 now and send them with the rest of my tax documents or wait?
If you want the IRS to investigate whether you were an employee under federal law, you should file the requisite forms to trigger the investigation.