The issuer may be able to simply destroy the incorrect one and issue a new one.

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So if you call and write the issuer of the 1099 as soon as you receive it, the issuer may be able to simply destroy the incorrect one and issue a new one.

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Investors in crowdfunding offerings are able to clearly see the terms and success of an offering, and are able to directly communicate with the issuer and other investors.

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