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What to Do If You Get a 1099-C for an Old Debt

Earlier this year, questions poured in from readers grappling with how to deal with 1099-Cs they received from lenders reporting "canceled" or "forgiven" debt. Here is some more info on the subject.

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What to Do If You Get a 1099-C for an Old Debt
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What to Do If You Get a 1099-C for an Old Debt

Earlier this year, questions poured in from readers grappling with how to deal with 1099-Cs they received from lenders reporting "canceled" or "forgiven" debt. Here is some more info on the subject.

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