Q: why did i get a 1099_misc. I'm not sure I should have been issued one and cant complete my taxes until I have an answer.
I am a W2 Employee who is salaried, reimbursed 16 cents on mileage and food and hotel up to a certain amount , as well as given a monthly car allowance. can any of these reimbursements or stipends be why I am being given this 1099-misc. I was told I would be able to write off my expenses when I took this position, but now it seems, I'm only being taxed for my out of pocket expenditures.
A: It is impossible to say for sure without seeing the document but if you received a car allowance it is generally taxable.
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