1099 Tax Filing | Federal and State E-filing and Print Options


Through Rentec Direct, you can electronically file Federal and State 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC forms for your owners and vendors. This service, provided by IRS-approved third-party vendor Nelco Solutions, also offers options to mail copies to recipients. Please note that Nelco Solutions will bill separately for its services.


Before starting, ensure a complete and accurate submission by performing a quick account review. For a helpful, step-by-step guide, please refer to our article: 1099 Tax Prep | Federal and State E-filing and Print Options.

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How to Use the 1099 e-File and Print Service Through Rentec Direct

How to Claim Your Free e-Tax Filing Option

Instructional Video

How to Use the 1099 e-File and Print Service Through Rentec Direct


Follow these steps in your Rentec Direct account to submit your tax e-filing data to Nelco Solutions:

  1. Click on Settings
  2. Under Tools, click on Utilities
  3. Click on 1099 E-File and Print, then review the list of Vendors and Owners. Correct any required information highlighted in red, as incomplete data will prevent transmission
  4. Check the box next to the Vendors and Owners that are ready to be submitted
  5. Click on Continue to Next Step
  6. Verify the list of Vendors and Owners included in the submission, and click Continue to Next Step if correct
  7. You will receive a message indicating your 1099 data has been transmitted to Nelco for processing. Click on Continue to Nelco to Initiate e-File.
  8. Log in or create an account on the Nelco Solutions website using your Email and Password. From there, you can file your forms electronically with the IRS, use their Recipient Delivery service to mail out the forms, or both.

Important Notes for Nelco Solutions Access:

  • If you cannot see the main screen upon logging into Nelco, click 'Manage Account' and update your password, as Nelco Solutions requires an annual password reset.
  • The Rentec Direct tool automatically enters Rent Received totals, not Distribution totals. If you are required to report amounts distributed to owners, you must update these totals before proceeding. The Distribution totals are displayed on the 1099 Tax Assistant report.

How to Claim Your Free Tax E-Filing

Get one free federal tax e-filing, mailing, and online retrieval when you file your taxes online through Rentec Direct.

Code: Enter RENTEC followed by the two-digit year the taxes are for (e.g., RENTEC25 for 2025 taxes).

Verify all Data-Entry for Accuracy Prior to 1099 Filing 


It is critical to verify all data for accuracy before paying to e-file.

  • Finality of Submission: Once payment is made to E-File a form, neither Rentec Direct nor Nelco Solutions can stop or make any changes.
  • Corrections: After a form has been E-Filed, you have two options for making a correction:
    • File the corrections on the Form Filing History screen in Nelco Solutions by clicking the edit button on the 1099.
    • Contact the IRS directly to submit a change request.

Printing Access: You can preview and print summary reports while processing. Access to print the actual 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC forms is only granted after you have paid to e-file or used the Recipient Mail & Online Retrieval service.

Instructional Video

The following video walks you through the process of submitting your 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC tax forms with Rentec Direct through the Nelco Solutions Dashboard. 

Note: Pricing details and frequently asked questions are located below this video. 

1099 Tax Form E-File | Rentec Direct Training

Tax Year 2025 Pricing Information 

All prices are per-form

Nelco Solutions offers an easy tool to determine your filing requirements and deadlines. Click here to learn more: 2024 Pricing and deadlines.

8:00 PM Eastern time on February 2nd, 2026. [Note: this is because January 31st, 2026, will fall on a weekend, making the due date the next business day.] As long as you get to that checkout screen in Nelco’s system and see the screen that says Congratulations by 8:00 PM Eastern Time on February 2nd. Nelco will ensure that those forms are printed, mailed to the recipients, and e-filed with the IRS.

Frequently Asked Questions


Q) Who is required to E-file Federal 1099s?

Any person, including corporations, partnerships, individuals, estates, or trusts, who files a combined total of 10 or more forms must file electronically. Nelco Solutions submits forms electronically. If you choose not to e-file, Nelco Solutions does not mail forms to the IRS.


Q) Is a 1096 form required?

The 1096 form serves as a cover sheet for the IRS.

  • When you E-File through Rentec Direct, the system automatically notifies the IRS of the number of forms, and the 1096 form is not required.
  • If you choose not to e-file and select the Recipient Mail & Online Retrieval service, you must manually mail the tax forms and a 1096 form will be required. Rentec Direct and Nelco Solutions do not provide a 1096 form.

Q) How should vendors be classified?

In Rentec Direct, you can classify vendors as Non-Employee or Other. You may want to speak with your accountant if you're unsure.

  • Checking the 1099-MISC box enables the vendor to appear on 1099 reports and electronic filings. Uncheck to disable tax reporting for that vendor.
  • Select the 1099 filing type from the dropdown menu (refer to IRS 1099-MISC filing instructions for guidance).

Q) Should I submit 1099-MISC and a 1099-NEC?

Your Rentec Direct software is programmed to trigger the correct form based on the vendor and payee settings. The IRS reinstated the 1099-NEC (Non-Employee Compensation) form in 2020. Previously, only Form 1099-MISC was required.-----Additional Resources

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