Do You Need a W9 for Rent

If you are a commercial tenant and pay less than $600 of rent throughout the year, you’re not required to submit a W-9 to your landlord. If you pay rent to a real estate agent or property management company instead of directly to a noncorporate landlord, your expense is not subject to Form 1099 filing requirements.

What is a w9 used for renting?

Form W-9 simply provides the landlord with your correct taxpayer identification number so that they can properly complete the Form 1099 required for interest earned on your security deposit.

Can I refuse to fill out a w9?

Can I refuse to fill out the W-9? Yes, you can refuse a request to fill out the W-9 but only if you are suspicious as to why a business has made the request. Be wary of filling out the W-9 if the business does not have a legitimate reason to ask you to fill it out.