Hi All-
I was looking for some advice on a tax question. In 2013 I started a new job with a new employer. I get a regular pay check from them, and in January got my W-2 as expected.
However, during the past week I also received a 1099-MISC from them for about $1400 bucks. When I inquired as to why, they said that it was for reimbursements that I received. I traveled twice during 2013 so this would have been for hotel, rental car, etc..
I'm just wondering if its normal for a regular, salaried employee, to receive a 1099 for these types of reimbursements? I've had two previous employers and I never remember getting a 1099 for reimbursements. Is there a difference in tax purposes if, for instance, a hotel room is directly paid for by your employer, vs, receiving a reimbursement for that hotel room from your employer?
Thanks!