Agency asking for sensitive information Thread poster: Caroline Mandler
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Hi everyone,
Has anyone working in the US ever dealt with an agency asking for highly-sensitive information, like an IRS W-9 form (which includes a person's Social Security number)? I'm wondering if this is a common practice, other than for someone who has to undergo a background check (e.g. an interpreter).
Thanks in advance!
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An IRS W-9 form is necessary for them to be able to send you a 1099 by the end of the year, in case they pay you over 600 USD during said year, so you can file your taxes. With the W-9 form, they can accurately report the payments they make to you.
| | | | Jean Lachaud 
United States
Local time: 06:20
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| they all do it | Mar 24, 2015 |
All agencies require a W-9.
I recommend getting an EIN from the IRS, so that you don't have to disclose your SS Number.
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Anthony Mazzorana (X)
United States
Local time: 06:20
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JL01 wrote:
All agencies require a W-9.
I recommend getting an EIN from the IRS, so that you don't have to disclose your SS Number.
Can you tell us anything more about the EIN? I'm familiar with the w-9 form but always feel a little uncomfortable just handing out my Soc# to complete strangers.
| | | | Caroline Mandler
United Kingdom
Local time: 11:20
French to English
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TOPIC STARTER | Many thanks & explanation | Mar 25, 2015 |
Thanks, everyone! I have an EIN, but they're asking for both - I suppose I can just skip the SSN, in that case.
Anthony, you have to apply for one at irs.gov, but it's a fairly straightforward process and only takes a few minutes. It's also free, which is always nice. Here's the link: <... See more Thanks, everyone! I have an EIN, but they're asking for both - I suppose I can just skip the SSN, in that case.
Anthony, you have to apply for one at irs.gov, but it's a fairly straightforward process and only takes a few minutes. It's also free, which is always nice. Here's the link: http://www.irs.gov/Businesses/Small-Businesses-&-Self-Employed/Apply-for-an-Employer-Identification-Number-(EIN)-Online ▲ Collapse
| | | | Jean Lachaud
United States
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| don't disclose your SSN | Mar 25, 2015 |
Every year, there is the odd agency whose accountant is upset about me providing an "EIN," usually when tax season comes (now, IOW.) When gentle explanation i snot enough, words to the effect of "That is all you'll get from me, good bye" works for me.
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