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June 1, 2019
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I took out of my 401k in the amount of $5000 and am paying it back. Wasn't sure how to claim this.

  • June 1, 2019
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Best answer by MaryK1

You do not have to add this as income. A loan from a qualified plan (401k) is not considered a taxable transaction as long as you are paying the loan back according to the terms of the loan.  Also, if you quit employment it is a deemed distribution and it becomes taxable at your termination. 

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June 1, 2019

You do not have to add this as income. A loan from a qualified plan (401k) is not considered a taxable transaction as long as you are paying the loan back according to the terms of the loan.  Also, if you quit employment it is a deemed distribution and it becomes taxable at your termination. 

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