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January 20, 2020
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w2 box 12 code W

  • January 20, 2020
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I understand that the amount shown in this box reflect both the employer contributions and my own.

 

However, as soon as I enter the amount this w2 box in Turbotax, my refund amount substantially drops. I thought HSA contributions were Tax free? Is there something I am missing. Is there another form I need to get this offset? please help.


Thanks!

 

Best answer by dmertz

You must complete the HSA section of TurboTax to provide the information needed to determine your eligibility for the HSA contribution.  Until you do so TurboTax will treat the HSA contribution as an excess contribution subject to a 6% penalty and include this in your tax liability.

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dmertzAnswer
Level 15
January 20, 2020

You must complete the HSA section of TurboTax to provide the information needed to determine your eligibility for the HSA contribution.  Until you do so TurboTax will treat the HSA contribution as an excess contribution subject to a 6% penalty and include this in your tax liability.

syracr001Author
Level 2
January 20, 2020

yup  got it now.. got the box that asked if I had a HDP.

thanks!