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January 23, 2026
Question

ROTH contribution Logic Error

  • January 23, 2026
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When I enter a ROTH contribution, for which I should owe taxes, my total tax due decreases. If anything, it should increase.  Is the software working correctly or am I potentially doing something wrong?  It seems to be interpreting that contribution as a deductible contribution or something else is happening.

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    fanfare
    Level 15
    January 24, 2026

    When you enter a Roth contribution there is no tax. why do you think you owe tax?

    You may get a credit on Form 8880; this increases your refund.

     

    @FBarbara 

    FBarbaraAuthor
    Level 2
    January 24, 2026

    Sorry. I was a little confused between a Roth Conversion and a Roth contribution. 
    I think I got it now. Thanks.