Originally Posted by
v1flyer
I’m doing it through Turbo Tax and they have an option where a CPA can walk you through it. I am just looking for information to make sure I get it right the first time regardless of where or who I do it with. I wonder why the company would pay it using 1099-Misc and use nonemployee compensation section?
Because you're not an employee when it's paid. The company pays it outside the CBA so once you're on property, you aren't eligible for any signing bonuses.