Year-End Reporting Guide

Packed with the latest IRS updates and regulatory changes, this guide is your ultimate tool to stay compliant and avoid surprises this reporting season.

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2025 Tax Compliance Updates

Stay ahead of the curve with our expertly curated guide to 2025’s tax updates in the information reporting and withholding landscape. Packed with insights, this guide not only highlights key regulatory changes but also offers a preview of what to watch for in 2026. Don’t miss your opportunity to stay informed, proactive, and compliant.

2025 Year-End Reporting Guide Key Takeaways

Form W-9

In October 2025, the IRS released a draft W-9 (Rev. January 2026), with several changes and clarifications. While it has not yet taken effect, it gives us a clear preview of where the IRS is headed.

Form 1099-DA (Digital Assets)

The Form 1099-DA is now finalized for 2025 reporting of digital asset transactions. Reporting under these new rules will apply to 2025 transactions, due in early 2026.

1042-S Filing Changes

The IRS has officially announced the retirement of the FIRE (Filing Information Returns Electronically) system and the transition of Form 1042-S filings to the modernized Information Returns Intake System (IRIS) platform.

2026 Filing Deadlines

A curated table featuring all the key deadlines for 2026, including Forms 1099, 1042, 1042-S, and 945!

AI in Information Reporting

The acceleration of AI across the compliance industry has reshaped how organizations validate, monitor, and manage reporting data. For 2025, expect technology to play a greater role in ensuring compliance accuracy and scalability.

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