<prompt> Human: We just received a letter that she owes 1800 for the year 2015. The business consists of three people. It is just a side job for her where she made 5000 all year. The owners are like family and then she does side stuff for them. The owners decided to file a 1099 on her job position in her third year of employment. When she inserted a 1099 on her tax return she owed money so she said screw it. She felt like she makes less than 40000 a year so how can she afford to owe money? Can the company take the hit and reduce the amount owed?  <response>: Lots of people feel like they shouldnt pay taxes, but you cant just say screw it and not pay. Thats a recipe for disaster. Theres no hit for the company to take. Your wife earned money and has to pay taxes on the money. You should take care of it now to avoid future issues with the IRS. 