Understanding your W-2 form

If you’re working as an employee, you should receive a W-2 form from your employer. But it can be complicated to read with its many boxes and box codes. If you’re wondering “how to read a W-2?”, or “what is box 12 on my W-2?”, you’re not alone. Put simply, Form W-2 is a wage and tax statement that reports your wages and the taxes withheld from your wages. You should receive your W-2 from your employer by January 31 each calendar year to be filed with your other tax documents. Don’t worry if you’re not sure what’s on this document, we’re here to help break it down for you.

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