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What Is IRS IRIS? Portal vs A2A, TCC, and the FIRE Cutoff
IRIS is the IRS system replacing FIRE for 1099, 1098, and W-2G e-filing. Taxpayer Portal vs A2A, who needs an IRIS TCC, and the Nov 19, 2026 FIRE cutoff.
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Form 1098-VLI: The Complete Guide for Lenders (2026)
What auto lenders and credit unions need to file IRS Form 1098-VLI: who files, $600 threshold, IRIS, deadlines, penalties, and the new car loan deduction.
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The Complete Guide to the IRS FIRE to IRIS Transition (2026)
FIRE's last filing day is November 19, 2026, at 3 p.m. ET. What the IRIS transition means for your 1099 and 1042-S e-filing, timeline, and how to prepare.
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