Will a 1099-C Hurt My Credit Scores?
February 05, 2017
Gerri Detweiler focuses on helping people understand their credit and debt, and writes about those issues, as well as financial legislation, budgeting, debt recovery and savings strategies. She is also the co-author of Debt Collection Answers: How to Use Debt Collection Laws to Protect Your Rights, and Reduce Stress: Real-Life Solutions for Solving Your Credit Crisis as well as host of TalkCreditRadio.com.
For taxpayers, a 1099-C is the epitome of adding insult to injury. Here is a simple step-by-step guide to 1099-Cs, including helpful resources.
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