About the GetW9 Blog

Simplifying compliance, one post at a time.


Why This Blog Exists

W-9s don’t sound exciting. But ask anyone who’s scrambled for tax forms during 1099 season, and you’ll see why this stuff matters.

The GetW9 blog was born from that chaos, the missed deadlines, the endless chases, the spreadsheets that make your eyes cross. We wanted to build more than just software. We wanted a space where businesses could learn, stay sharp, and feel good about compliance.

Whether you’re a small business owner, a bookkeeper, a fractional CFO, or just the person who’s been voluntold to collect W-9s, you’re in the right place.


Our Vision and Mission

Vision

To be the go-to resource for business owners and teams who want clarity, confidence, and control over their tax form processes.

Mission

To simplify tax compliance by breaking down complex topics, sharing real-world CPA insights, and guiding readers through best practices in W-9 collection and beyond.


What You’ll Find Here

We write the blog we wish existed when we were starting, no fluff, no jargon, just useful stuff you can apply.

1. Demystifying Tax Compliance

IRS forms don’t need to sound like riddles. We break them down in plain English, what they mean, when you need them, and how to avoid common pitfalls.

2. Smarter Workflows with Automation

Manual follow-ups and file cabinets are a thing of the past. We’ll show you how automation makes W-9 collection faster, cleaner, and less stressful.

3. Real Advice from Real CPAs

Our blog taps into the brains of CPAs who live and breathe compliance. From red flags to golden rules, we share what works, and what never does.

4. Business Owner Spotlights

We feature stories from businesses like yours about what they’ve learned, what they’ve fixed, and what they wish they’d known sooner.

Our Values

Just like our product, this blog is built on 5 guiding principles:

  • Simplicity: No jargon, no legalese. Just helpful explanations.
  • Security: We teach what protects your business and your data.
  • Automation: Time-saving tactics over tedious busywork.
  • Trust: Every post is written or reviewed by someone who knows compliance.
  • Customer-first Support: If a topic confuses our readers, we rewrite it.

Who’s Behind the Blog?

We’re a team of marketers, developers, and tax professionals who’ve all been in your shoes, overwhelmed, uncertain, and short on time. That’s why every post is:

  • Based on real questions from real users
  • Reviewed by a CPA or compliance expert
  • Focused on helping you stay compliant without losing your weekend


We’ve got your W-9s covered. And now? We’ve got your content covered, too.