You should keep a W-9 form on file for at least four years from the date you receive it. This is because the IRS can audit your records for up to three years after the tax return is filed, and retaining the W-9 helps ensure compliance with information reporting requirements. It's also a good practice to keep the form as long as you have a business relationship with the vendor or contractor.
Do corporations complete or file a w9 form.
Go to the IRS' website and search for the w9 form in PDF format.
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The best place to download a W9 form would be your local Tax website. They will have the most recent form for you to download. There are some other website, but to keep it safe you shouldn't download it there.
Yes, as long as you keep making the payments.
Do you mean how long does a broker / Bank keep them on file after application? or do you mean how long is the application good for consideration?
About a year until you file taxes
one year
As long as your customer is an active customer.
Hold on to it for as long as possible.
Hold on to it for as long as possible.
The account number on a W9 form is a unique identifier for tax purposes.