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April 12, 2026
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How do I report cash income on a return without being forced to upgrade. It should be reported on a W-2 but there wasn't one issued.

  • April 12, 2026
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LaShaunA3
Level 6
April 12, 2026

If this should have been wages, and you didn't get a W2, you can file Form 4852 (substitute W-2) instead. You must attempt to obtain a W2 before filing. You’ll estimate wages and withholding using pay stubs, and you can check your  IRS wage and income transcript to see if it was reported to the IRS. 

 

How do I file a substitute W-2 using Form 4852?

 

 

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