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AL_Consulting
January 13, 2025
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MA State 1099 filing

  • January 13, 2025
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We filed our 1099s using QBO but the state of MA likes to make things complicated. I need to now upload the 1099s to the MA Tax connect site.

Has anyone figured out a way to convert the QB PDF document to a text format that will be accepted by the MA Tax Connect website? I've attempted different conversions to text file but all of them fail to upload. I get an error message about the file needed to be 750 characters. Is there a particular 3rd party software people are using to convert the file? QB will not release the file they use to remit to the IRS (which is the format also needed for MA).

 

My preference is to not mail the forms as they include the SS #s of vendors.

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    RogelioL
    January 13, 2025

    Converting 1099 PDFs generated by QuickBooks into the specific text format required by the MA Tax Connect site can be challenging. Let me share helpful information on this process and how to find a suitable third-party app, @AL_Consulting.

     

    Currently, converting QuickBooks PDF documents into a text format accepted by the MA Tax Connect website is unavailable.

     

    To resolve this, consider exploring specialized software designed for this type of conversion. As for 3rd party software, there are various options available, but we cannot recommend any specific one. You may want to research and read reviews to find the best fit for your needs.

     

    You can follow this quick guide on how to find a third-party app that suits you:

     

    1. Open the QuickBooks Online App Store.
    2. In the search bar, enter keywords like Converter.
    3. Hit the magnifying glass to start your search, and then browse through the apps to find one that fits your requirements.

     

    If you continue to encounter difficulties, it can be beneficial to consult a tax professional who is well-versed in the electronic 1099 filing requirements for Massachusetts.

     

    Additionally, you might want to check out this article to learn how to fix and resubmit 1099-NEC or 1099-MISC forms rejected by the IRS: Fix rejected 1099 forms.

     

    You can notify us if you have further concerns about filing your 1099 to your state agency by clicking the reply button below. We’re here to ensure everything goes as smoothly as possible, @AL_Consulting.

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    AL_ConsultingAuthor
    January 13, 2025

    Warning to others who have MA 1099s and use QB to file - DO NOT.

     

    QuickBooks can file your taxes with the IRS but they will only provide you with a PDF copy which can NOT be uploaded or submitted through MA Tax Connect. They will not provide you with the IRS text file (which is compatible) to use. If you have more than 50 form 1099s that you file you will have no way to file with MA. If you have less than 50 forms 1099s you can mail them in but you risk mailing documents which include SS #s.

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    DPARENT
    January 18, 2025

    This is crazy there has to be a better way

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