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Form W-2 Common Questions

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How do I exit the Form W-2 entry window if I don't want to complete the W-2?

To exit the Form W-2 Menu before completing all of the fields, press Ctrl + E on your keyboard to return the Form W-2 Menu. Doing this will discard any work you did in the W-2 entry window.

How do I report more than four states on a Form W-2?

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The taxpayer has third-party sick pay, where do I report it on the tax return?

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What are the different codes in Box 12?

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I'm getting a message: "This W-2 Contains A High Percentage Of Federal Tax Withheld Compared To The Federal Wages." Should I be concerned?

This warning message displays when the amount entered in Box 2 is greater than 20% of the amount in Box 1. Withholding this much tax is unusual, so the message serves as a warning to ensure your entry work is correct.

Double-check the accuracy of the amounts keyed in for Boxes 1 and 2. If you have entered the amounts correctly, the message can be ignored.

How Is A Foreign Address Entered On Form W-2?

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Can I prepare a tax return based on the last paystub? The taxpayer hasn't got a W-2.

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What SSN do I enter on a W-2 for an ITIN holder?

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