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June 6, 2019
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What's the difference between a 1040 and w2

  • June 6, 2019
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I'm trying to get a house loan and it says need a 1040 and w2. What's the difference
Best answer by Critter

The W-2 is the form your employer sends to you each January reporting your wages & withholding.

The form 1040 is your tax return you file. 

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Critter
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Level 15
June 6, 2019

The W-2 is the form your employer sends to you each January reporting your wages & withholding.

The form 1040 is your tax return you file. 

Level 2
August 21, 2022

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Level 2
August 21, 2022

I want to file my 1040