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posted May 31, 2019 8:12:47 PM

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

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Level 9
May 31, 2019 8:12:49 PM

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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Level 9
May 31, 2019 8:12:49 PM

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.