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Client Tax Information Sheet

BROOKWOOD TAX SERVICE

4 Montclair Dr., NE

Atlanta, GA 30309-1527

404-915-6268

Fax 404-892-2559

brookwoodtax@mindspring.com

NOTE: New clients please fill in all boxes in top half of page – returning clients indicate only where there are changes.

DEPENDENT INFORMATION

Dependent Name (First, Middle Initial, Last)
Date of Birth
Dependent’s Soc. Sec. Number
Relationship
Months Lived in Your Home

CHECK ALL INCOME SOURCES YOU HAD IN 2003 - ENCLOSE DOCUMENTATION

Unemployment $

(If yes, enclose 1099-B & cost info.)

Military BAS/BAH $

(Enclose settlement statements.)

(Enclose sale and original cost info.)

IRA Contributions: Taxpayer $ Spouse $

Traditional Roth    Traditional Roth

SIMPLE/SEP/KEOGH Contributions: Taxpayer $ Spouse $

Alimony Paid $ Recipient: SSN:

Federal Estimated Tax Payments $ Job-Related Moving Expenses $

State Estimated Tax Payments $ Lodging Expenses During Move $

State Tax Due Paid with 2002 Return $ Miles Traveled to New Home:

CHILD/DEPENDENT CARE EXPENSES

Dependent Cared For:

Care Provider’s Name: Provider’s SSN/EIN:

Provider’s Address Amount Paid to Provider: $

Dependent Cared For:

Care Provider’s Name: Provider’s SSN/EIN:

Provider’s Address Amount Paid to Provider: $

ITEMIZED DEDUCTIONS

Medical Expenses

Doctors

Dentists

Other Medical Professionals

Prescription Drugs

Surgical Procedures

Medical Lab Fees

Hospitals

Glasses and Contact Lenses

Medical Equipment Rental

Prescribed Physical Aids

Skilled Nursing Care

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Long Term Care Insurance

Medicare Part B

Medical Transportation

Medical Miles Driven in Your Vehicle

Other Medical (Describe)

Interest Paid

Mortgage on Main Home

Paid to Financial Institution (1098)

Paid to Individual

Name: SSN:

Address:

Points Paid on New Mortgage

Home Equity Loan/Second Mortgage

Mortgage on Second Home

Paid to Financial Institution (1098)

Paid to Individual

Name: SSN:

Address:

Investment Interest Paid

Charitable Contributions

(Receipt required for single donations of $250 or more.)

Non-Cash Contributions

(If $500 or more, enclose receipt with name/address of organization and describe how fair market value was determined.)

State & Local Taxes

Home Real Estate Taxes

Other Real Estate Taxes

Personal Property Tax (autos)

Other State or Local Tax

Casualty or Theft Loss

Type of Property:

Describe Loss:

Cost or Basis of Property

Insurance Reimbursement

Fair Market Value Before Loss

Fair Market Value After Loss

Miscellaneous Deductions

Tax Return Preparation Fee (2002)

Safe Deposit Box (store investments)

Investment Expenses (enclose list)

Job Hunting Expenses (enclose list)

Gambling Losses

Second Job Mileage

Employee Business Expenses and Miscellaneous Deductions

Prof. Association or Union Dues $ Out of Town Transportation $

Uniforms (not street clothes) $ Out of Town Lodging $

Uniform Cleaning $ Office in Home Expense

Safety Equipment $ Job Hunting Expenses $

Tools & Other Work Equipment $ Safe Deposit Box Rent $

Advertising & Marketing $ Tax Return Preparation $

Business Meals & Entertainment $ Investment Advice/Management Fee $

Local Business Vehicle Mileage Other $

Out of Town Travel (miles) Other $

Educator and Education Expenses

Educator Expense

Student Name Type Expense

Amount $ Student Name

Type Expense Amount $

PLEASE ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS – For Yes answers, provide details on the lines below.

1. Has the IRS or any state or local taxing agency notified you of any change to a prior year tax return? Yes No

2. Are any dependents claimed by you not citizens or residents of the U.S.? Yes No

3. Do you (or your spouse) wish to designate $3.00 of your taxes to the Presidential Campaign Fund? Taxpayer Yes No   Spouse Yes No

4. Did you or your spouse receive income from any source not listed elsewhere in this questionnaire? Yes No

5. Did you or your spouse barter goods or services with others? Yes No

6. Did you or your spouse receive any distributions from an IRA, pension or profit-sharing plan? Yes No

7. Do you have any children age 14 or under who have investment income? Yes No

8. Did you move during the past year? Yes No

9. Did you or your spouse start a new business in the past year or do you anticipate starting one in the current or next year? Yes No

10. Do you expect any significant changes in income, tax withholding or tax liability in the next year? Yes No

11. Did you or your spouse make gifts to any individual of more than $11,000? Yes No

12. Did you or your spouse pay premiums or receive benefits from long term care insurance? Yes No

13. Did you or your spouse receive educational benefit payments from your employer? Yes No

14. Did you, your spouse or a dependent attend post-secondary school? Yes No

15. Are you or your spouse paying off a student loan? Yes No

16. Did you pay anyone who is over age 18 $1,300 or more to work at your home during the year doing housework, yard work or other domestic help? If so, provide details and amounts. Yes No

17. Did you or your spouse become disabled during the year? Yes No

18. Are you or your spouse handicapped employees? Yes No

19. Do you or your spouse have a foreign bank or investment account? Yes No

20. Did you or your spouse have earned income and living expenses while working outside of the United States? Yes No

21. Did you or your spouse open a medical savings account during the year? Yes No

22. Did you have a casualty loss due to conditions in a Presidentially-declared disaster area? Yes No

23. Did you receive reimbursement from insurance or another source for prior year casualty losses or medical deductions? Yes No

24. If you or your spouse have reached age 70 and a half, have you begun your mandatory withdrawals from retirement savings accounts? Yes No

Write Details of Yes Answers in The Space Below – Also Any Other Information or Questions

No. Details

I(we) have reviewed the information in this questionnaire (including the business and rental data sheets, if applicable) and to the best of my (our) knowledge it is accurate, correct and complete.

Taxpayer Signature

Spouse Signature

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What the Client Tax Information Sheet Is and when it’s used

The Client Tax Information Sheet is a standardized form used to collect the tax-related details a payer needs to process payments, withholding, and reporting. Typical items include legal name, tax classification (individual, LLC, corporation), taxpayer identification number (TIN), backup withholding status, and electronic-consent preferences. The sheet supports preparers, accounting teams, and vendors handling 1099 reporting or payment setup and is designed so the collected data can be used for federal information returns and internal tax compliance workflows.

Why a clear Client Tax Information Sheet matters

A complete, accurate sheet reduces backup withholding risk, speeds vendor onboarding, and supports correct 1099/W-9 reporting. Clear fields and consistent formatting limit downstream corrections, avoid IRS penalties, and make audit trails easier to maintain.

Why a clear Client Tax Information Sheet matters

Who commonly completes and receives this form

Keep a copy with supporting documents and a clear audit trail to show how and when tax data was obtained.

  • Accounting teams and AP departments that prepare 1099s and maintain vendor tax records.
  • Independent contractors and vendors supplying TIN and certification information for payments.
  • Tax preparers, payroll firms, and financial officers who consolidate client tax data for filings.

Who can sign and submit the sheet

Tax Preparer

An authorized preparer may complete the sheet on behalf of a taxpayer with written authorization. If signing for the taxpayer, include preparer identification and a statement of authorization to avoid disputes during IRS matching or backup withholding checks.

Business Owner

The owner, officer, or authorized agent of a business must provide accurate TIN and tax classification. Mismatched names, missing EINs, or unsigned certifications can trigger backup withholding or information return penalties.

Core sections every professional Client Tax Information Sheet should include

A complete sheet groups identity, tax classification, TIN, withholding certification, consent choices, and supporting documents for easy validation and filing.

Entity Identification

Legal name and DBA where applicable; use the name shown on tax returns to match IRS records and avoid mismatch notices.

Tax Classification

Clear selection of tax status (Individual, Sole Proprietor, C Corp, S Corp, Partnership, LLC electing classification) with brief instructions for common choices.

Taxpayer ID

TIN/EIN/SSN entry with format guidance and verification steps to reduce incorrect-TIN backup withholding risk.

Withholding Certification

Statement certifying TIN correctness and backup withholding status consistent with IRS requirements for W-9 and 1099 reporting.

Consent & Delivery

Checkboxes for electronic delivery consent and record retention preferences to satisfy ESIGN consumer-disclosure needs.

Supporting Documents

Space to attach ID, EIN confirmation, W-8 forms for foreign payees, or copies of articles of organization when needed.

Security and compliance items to include

SSN/TIN Protection: Mask displayed digits where possible
Encryption: TLS 1.2/1.3 in transit
At-rest Security: AES-256 encrypted storage
Access Controls: Role-based user permissions
Audit Trail: Timestamped signer history
HIPAA BAA: Execute BAA if PHI is present

Step-by-step: completing a Client Tax Information Sheet

Follow this sequence to collect, verify, and store tax data with an auditable trail for reporting and compliance.

  • 01
    Collect Data: Provide the sheet to the payee and request supporting ID or EIN confirmation.
  • 02
    Verify TIN: Confirm format and optionally use IRS TIN matching for high-volume payers.
  • 03
    Obtain Consent: Capture electronic consent for delivery and record retention when required.
  • 04
    Store Securely: Save the signed sheet and attachments with restricted access and an audit trail.

Configuring an online workflow for the sheet

Set up fields and authentication to support signer identity, conditional logic, and secure storage in your e-sign system.

Field Configuration
Authentication Email link | SMS code | KBA optional
Field Detection Auto-detect name, TIN, date fields
Conditional Logic Show backup withholding only if triggered
Completion Certificate Generate audit PDF with IP and timestamp

eSubmission and platform requirements

Verify the platform supports encryption in transit and at rest, and can retain signed records in a reproducible format for audits.

  • File Formats: PDF, DOCX, or scanned images
  • Integrations: Connectors for accounting and storage platforms
  • Compliance: Supports ESIGN and UETA

Where to send completed sheets and how they progress

Typical routing sends the signed sheet to accounting, stores a copy in a document management system, and links it to the vendor record.

  • Submit to AP: Attach to vendor onboarding record for payment setup
  • Store in DMS: Save signed PDF with metadata for retrieval
  • Link to Payroll: Provide TIN data for reporting and withholding
  • Preserve Audit Trail: Keep signer certificate and access logs

Key deadlines and timing to keep in mind

Certain forms and obligations tied to the sheet carry fixed deadlines; timely exchange reduces the risk of penalties.

W-9 Availability:

No fixed filing date; provide upon payer request

1099-NEC Deadline:

Recipient and IRS due January 31

1099-MISC Paper to IRS:

Paper filing due February 28

1099-MISC Electronic to IRS:

Electronic filing due March 31

Individual Tax Return:

Form 1040 due April 15 (Oct 15 with extension)

Penalties and risks from incorrect or missing information

Late 1099 (≤30d): $60 per form (≤30 days)
Late 1099 (≤Aug): $130 per form (≤Aug 1)
Late 1099 (after Aug): $330 per form (after Aug 1)
Intentional Disregard: $660+ per form, no cap
Backup Withholding: 24% withholding rate applies
I-9 Paperwork: $281–$2,789 per violation

Common mistakes to avoid when preparing the sheet

  • Entering a trade name instead of the legal name leads to IRS mismatch letters and requires correction procedures that delay payments.
  • Transposing digits in the TIN or omitting hyphens can trigger backup withholding and a request to re-submit verification documents.
  • Failing to capture electronic consent or not presenting the ESIGN disclosure for consumer-facing records can invalidate an e-delivered tax form.
  • Storing unredacted SSNs in shared folders without role-based access increases breach risk and may breach state privacy laws.

File types and export options to store signed sheets

Offer multiple download formats and a signed audit copy to meet internal records-retention and regulator reproduction requirements.

PDF (Signed)

Download a final, audit-ready PDF that includes a completion certificate with signer IP, timestamp, and action log for audit purposes.

DOCX (Template)

Maintain an editable DOCX master for future editions and bulk generation of new sheets from a template.

CSV Export

Export key fields (name, TIN, classification) in CSV for accounting systems and batch 1099 preparation.

Mobile Copies

Provide signed copies optimized for mobile viewing for field agents and remote payees.

Typical eSignature vendor comparison for collecting tax information

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HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No
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Frequently asked questions about the Client Tax Information Sheet

Answers to common operational, legal, and technical questions when collecting and storing client tax data electronically.


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