Forms 1099 are a vital part of IRS matching and should be taken seriously. Because tax form recipient copies must be mailed in envelopes marked Official Tax Document Enclosed, mailed copies of W-2 and 1099 forms are an easy target for identity theft and provide the perfect opportunity for identity thieves to quickly steal their victims' most vulnerable information. This course reviews what businesses can do to reduce such happenings. This course is most beneficial to professionals new to Form 1099 who may be at the staff or entry level in organization but also for a seasoned professional with limited exposure to this subject.