What must a partner in a business issue?

The requirement for a partner in a business to issue a schedule 1065 K-1 to each partner is essential for tax purposes. The Schedule K-1 (Form 1065) is used to report income, deductions, and credits from partnerships to the IRS and the respective partners. Each partner receives a K-1 that provides a detailed account of their share of the partnership's income, losses, and other tax-related items, which they will then use to prepare their individual tax returns. This system ensures transparency and proper reporting of each partner's financials, which is crucial for compliance with tax regulations.

While partnership agreements, profit-sharing statements, and annual financial reports are important documents in managing a partnership, they are not specifically mandated for issuance to partners in the same way that the K-1 is required for tax reporting purposes. The K-1 is a formal recognition of each partner's financial stake and contribution within the partnership for taxation.