Next year - the Box 12 changes are for the 2026 W-2. You will be asked follow-up questions after you enter the W-2 to get the tip deduction.
Reported tips show up in 2 places on your W-2:
- Box 7 - Social Security tips
- Box 8 - Allocated tips
These often include credit card tips, cash tips you reported to your employer during the year, and estimated tips that your employer is required to report on your behalf.
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