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Maddie Wood

Mar 18, 2025

What is a W-2 Form?

It's the end of January and your employer sends you a W-2. But what really is this important tax form?

Tax time comes every year and with it comes forms from your employer. Many Americans receive a standard W-2 which is used to fill out a 1040 form, which is submitted to the IRS as your federal tax return. But what does that W-2 really entail? What should you be checking? Use our interactive walkthrough to see all the parts of this important tax form before filling out your personal taxes.

Need more assistance with your personal taxes or understanding all the forms and paperwork? Book a 20 or 50 minute session with one of our financial mentors to get quick help on your schedule.

Need more assistance with your personal taxes or understanding all the forms and paperwork? Book a 20 or 50 minute session with one of our financial mentors to get quick help on your schedule.

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Read other Tax Planning blog posts

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Jeffrey Weishaupt

Aug 1, 2025

7 min

How Smart Newlyweds Save Thousands with These Tax Strategies

Smart newlyweds can save thousands with the right tax strategies. Learn filing status choices, retirement moves, and key deductions to maximize your refund as a married couple.

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Jeffrey Weishaupt

Aug 1, 2025

7 min

How Smart Newlyweds Save Thousands with These Tax Strategies

Smart newlyweds can save thousands with the right tax strategies. Learn filing status choices, retirement moves, and key deductions to maximize your refund as a married couple.

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Gilles Hudelot

Mar 28, 2025

5 min

Tax Credits and Deductions: Do They Apply to You?

Do you have an opportunity to reduce your taxes via credits or deductions? This guide can help you find out the most common reasons you can minimize your personal taxes.

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Gilles Hudelot

Mar 28, 2025

5 min

Tax Credits and Deductions: Do They Apply to You?

Do you have an opportunity to reduce your taxes via credits or deductions? This guide can help you find out the most common reasons you can minimize your personal taxes.

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Gilles Hudelot

Feb 15, 2025

7 min

The Complete Guide to Tax Forms: Which Ones Do You Actually Need?

Whether you work for someone as an employee, are a freelancer or have multiple streams of income, knowing what forms you’ll need to file your personal taxes is key.

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Gilles Hudelot

Feb 15, 2025

7 min

The Complete Guide to Tax Forms: Which Ones Do You Actually Need?

Whether you work for someone as an employee, are a freelancer or have multiple streams of income, knowing what forms you’ll need to file your personal taxes is key.

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