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IRS information-return software and free filing tools

A practical directory of the Windows software and free resources offered by 1099ERICH. Use it to find the form you need, understand what a browser tool does, and decide whether you need full desktop preparation software.

What is 1099ERICH?

1099ERICH is a website of ERICH Incorporated. It offers Windows desktop software for preparing supported federal information returns and specialized state reporting forms. Depending on the program and form, customers can import supported Excel or CSV data, review records, print recipient copies and prepare filing output for the applicable government system. Confirm the current supported filing year and output channel on each product page before ordering.

Who is the software for?

1099ERICH serves small businesses, accounting offices, payroll professionals, restaurant operators, retirement-plan administrators, withholding agents and other organizations that prepare information returns. The free tools also help people who use another filing system and simply need to validate a CSV, download an intake template or calculate a deadline.

Specialized software and its free companion tools

Form 8027 restaurant tip reportingProduct page for Form 8027 with a free 8% tip-allocation calculator. Form 8955-SSA retirement plan reportingProduct page for separated participants with deferred vested benefits; free deadline tool. Form 1042-S foreign withholdingProduct page and free Excel intake checker for withholding agents. Form 3921 incentive stock option reportingProduct page for incentive stock options with an accompanying free spreadsheet. Form 3922 employee stock purchase plan reportingProduct page for ESPP stock transfers and a dedicated free intake template. California Form 592 withholdingState withholding software and free filing-period calculator. 1099 IRIS software for WindowsInformation-return preparation with import, review and supported IRIS CSV output. Massachusetts 1099-HC softwareState-specific health insurance coverage reporting and intake resources.

Free tools you can use without buying software

Free IRIS CSV validatorCheck CSV headers and selected data-format issues before an IRIS portal upload. Free IRIS CSV splitterSplit eligible portal CSV data into 250-record batches. IRIS CSV template libraryFind CSV preparation examples and form-specific templates. IRIS CSV error troubleshooterUnderstand common error messages and the next correction step. FIRE-to-IRIS migration checkerReview legacy file structure and steps to prepare for IRIS; not an automatic converter. Form 8027 tip allocation calculatorEstimate the 8% benchmark and review restaurant tip allocation scenarios. 8955-SSA deadline calculatorCalculate plan-year due dates and review Form 5558 extension timing. 1042-S Excel intake checkerDownload an intake sheet and review common foreign withholding data-entry issues. 3921 / 3922 Excel preparationSeparate sample spreadsheets for option exercises and stock purchase plan transfers. California Form 592 calculatorReview withholding estimates and filing periods for California Form 592.

What the free tools do not do

They do not submit a tax return or obtain government filing acceptance on your behalf.
Browser intake checks do not verify the identity of a taxpayer or guarantee that an upload will be accepted.
The FIRE migration checker is a structural readiness aid, not a complete format converter.
Agency filing methods, schema versions, form coverage and deadlines may change. Always follow the current agency instructions.

Questions about 1099ERICH

Is 1099ERICH an IRS website?

No. 1099ERICH is a private tax-software website operated by ERICH Incorporated. It is not the IRS, SSA or California Franchise Tax Board.

Is the software browser-based?

The paid software described here is primarily Windows desktop software. The free calculators, CSV helpers and reference guides are available through the website.

Does a free CSV tool submit my information return?

No. A free tool handles only its stated check or calculation. For filing, follow the required government portal, approved transmission method, or separately offered filing service.

Can I review product availability before purchasing?

Yes. See each product page for scope and availability, pricing for current plans, and contact information for questions about a particular filing year.

Official sources and support

For federal information returns, start with the IRS IRIS information page. For California Form 592, use California FTB. For retirement plans, verify Form 8955-SSA instructions.

For questions about 1099ERICH products, visit Contact ERICH, call 608-444-6575, or email info@1099erich.com. Do not email completed tax returns, Social Security numbers, or other sensitive taxpayer files.

Last reviewed October 16, 2026. This directory describes the site's available resources, not official tax advice or a guarantee of government acceptance.