Every (repeat ) Every corporation that has employed me as an independent contractor has REQUIRED a W-9 from me. I expect 1099s for income over $600 and report all my income and don't see any reason to balk or refuse to cooperate.

My Dad got into an argument with the IRS over the support he provided his mother. It was a long, drawn out process that resulted in health problems. He was acting in good faith, but under the law, he was wrong. It was one of the life lessons I learned from him. If I have an objection I will fight it, but I have no objection to W-9s, 1099s or paying my fair share. I just wish the Gov't would not squander it.

Eddie