The 1099-K rules have officially changed again, and while the feared $600 reporting threshold is gone, confusion is still everywhere. Creators, freelancers, and small business owners are left wondering whether Venmo, PayPal, Stripe, Shopify, or Airbnb income will trigger IRS scrutiny—and what they’re supposed to do next. In this episode of Let’s Get Fiscal, Anastasia Aiello and Myiesha Fisher cut through the noise and explain exactly how the new 1099-K rules work, who they apply to, and why misunderstanding them can still lead to IRS notices, penalties, or unnecessary stress.

This matters because the IRS doesn’t guess. It matches what payment processors report against what you file. When those numbers don’t line up, automated notices go out—even if you didn’t do anything wrong. For creators and entrepreneurs juggling multiple platforms, mixed personal and business payments, or inconsistent bookkeeping, the risk isn’t fraud—it’s mismatched data.

In this episode, you’ll learn how the updated $20,000 and 200-transaction threshold actually works, the critical difference between a 1099-K and a 1099-NEC, and why your reported income often looks higher than what hits your bank account. Anastasia and Myiesha also explain how state rules can differ from federal rules, when you must report income even without receiving a 1099-K, and the simple systems creators can set up now to stay audit-ready and compliant.

Anastasia Aiello, CPA – Tax strategist specializing in small business owners, creatives, and entrepreneurs. With 12+ years of experience, Anastasia helps clients reduce tax liability while staying fully compliant through proactive planning.

Myiesha Fisher – Bookkeeping and tax compliance expert focused on helping freelancers, independent contractors, and creators understand their numbers. Myiesha specializes in clean, audit-ready systems that prevent IRS headaches.

• What is the new 1099-K threshold, and who does it actually affect?
• How is a 1099-K different from a 1099-NEC, and when do you receive each?
• Why does your 1099-K show more income than your bank deposits?
• When do you still have to report income even if you don’t receive a 1099-K?
• How do federal and state 1099-K rules differ for creators and small businesses?
• Which systems help you stay audit-ready and avoid IRS notices?

• 00:00 – Introduction: Why the 1099-K rules changed again
• 00:35 – The $600 threshold panic explained
• 03:45 – Who the $20,000 + 200 transactions rule impacts
• 07:08 – 1099-K vs 1099-NEC: Key differences creators must know
• 09:13 – Why reported income doesn’t match bank deposits
• 11:24 – Federal vs state 1099-K compliance rules
• 15:46 – Common reporting mistakes that trigger IRS notices
• 22:37 – How to prepare now for the next tax season

• Understand what the 1099-K actually reports. Payment processors report gross transaction amounts, not what hits your bank after fees, which is why mismatches happen.
• Report income even without a 1099-K. Income over $400 must still be reported, regardless of whether a form is issued.
• Separate personal and business finances. Mixing accounts increases audit risk and creates unnecessary reporting complications.
• Match IRS data before filing. Comparing your records to reported forms prevents automated notices later.
• State rules may differ from federal rules. Some states don’t conform to federal thresholds and may still issue forms.
• Fees are deductible, but must be tracked. Merchant processing fees offset reported income when handled correctly.
• Clean systems save money. Preventing errors is far cheaper than fixing them after IRS notices arrive.

Q: What is the new 1099-K threshold for creators?

A: The federal 1099-K threshold is now $20,000 and 200 transactions. Both conditions must be met before a payment processor issues the form, though state rules may differ.

Q: Do I still have to report income if I don’t receive a 1099-K?

A: Yes. Any business income over $400 must be reported, even if no 1099-K or 1099-NEC is issued.

Q: Why does my 1099-K show more income than my bank deposits?

A: The form reports gross transactions before processing fees. Fees must be deducted separately on your return.

Q: What’s the difference between a 1099-K and a 1099-NEC?

A: A 1099-K comes from payment processors, while a 1099-NEC reports direct payments for services. They serve different purposes but both must be reconciled.

Q: Can states still issue 1099-Ks even if federal rules changed?

A: Yes. Some states don’t automatically conform to federal rules and may still issue forms under different thresholds.

Q: What’s the best way to avoid IRS notices related to 1099-Ks?

A: Keep business accounts separate, reconcile reported income to your records, and verify all processor accounts use the correct tax ID.

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