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Learn More About Form W-2

WHAT is a W-2?

Form W2 reports earnings and withholdings for an employee of a business. A W2 form must be provided to the employee and a copy mailed or e-filed to the SSA (Social Security Administration).

 

WHY do I file a W-2?

The IRS requires that all income is reported by businesses and individuals for tax purposes. Failure to do so can result in penalties.

 

WHERE do I file a W-2?

speedEfiler.com makes it easy to file your W-2.  If you prefer to print and mail copies yourself, you must file a copy with the SSA and mail copies to each employee.

 

WHO needs to file a W-2?

Employers must report wages paid to employees, income taxes withheld, Medicare and Social Security taxes and other applicable withholdings.

 

WHEN do I file a W-2?

W2 forms are required to be mailed to the recipient by Jan. 31, and e-filed with the IRS by Mar. 31, or a paper copy mailed to the IRS by Feb. 28 each year.

 

HOW much does it cost?

Based on the number of filings, prices will vary.  Refer to the pricing chart on the left hand side of this page.

 

W-2 Reporting Information

 What to Report

 Amount to Report

Wages, tips and other compensation, including vacation allowances, bonuses, severance pay, certain moving expense payments, some kinds of travel allowances and third-party payments of sick pay for permanent, temporary and seasonal employees  Amounts vary, see official IRS instructions
 Social security and Medicare withholdings, income tax withholdings, advanced earned income credit payments (EIC) and other applicable withholdings such as 401K and pre-tax health insurance.  See official IRS instructions

Details can be found on the Official IRS Instructions


W-2 & 1099 Fact Center

For more reporting information, visit the Greatland W-2 & 1099 Fact Center  HERE>

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