University of Maryland Extension (UME) is offering resources to assist farmers and landowners who received incorrect 1099-G forms that contain social security numbers and addresses of other people. Protecting the financial privacy and security of Maryland residents is one of UME’s top priorities, with educators committed to providing the necessary resources to navigate this issue.
Here is the official link to the notice from the Comptroller of Maryland. To help those affected, UME has compiled a range of resources designed to educate and inform about credit protection and identity verification. Those affected may access the guide on understanding credit and credit reports here: Understanding Credit and Credit Reports.
When the Comptroller of Maryland provides the promised information about credit monitoring, UME recommends taking advantage of this option. Individuals may also consider placing a security freeze on their credit reports as an added precaution. More information on how to do this can be found here: What Does It Mean to Put a Security Freeze on My Credit Report?.
For those who are unsure of how to proceed with missing or incorrect tax forms, the IRS offers guidance that can be accessed here: What to Do When a W-2 or Form 1099 is Missing or Incorrect.
UME encourages farmers and landowners in the community to take these steps to protect their information.
Need additional guidance? Please contact Jesse M. Ketterman, Jr., UME financial literacy educator at 301.724.3320 or jketterm@umd.edu
Affected taxpayers can email gad@marylandtaxes.gov with the subject line “1099G Issue” with questions or concerns as well.