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posted Jun 4, 2019 3:37:45 PM

Why is tax-exempt interest income on form 1040, line 2a added to total income?

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Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 3:37:47 PM

Line 2a is not added to Taxable income so it is not being taxed. 

It is income only not taxable income, and can make a difference on some other items on the return such as sales tax deduction or taxable amount of social security.


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Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 3:37:47 PM

Line 2a is not added to Taxable income so it is not being taxed. 

It is income only not taxable income, and can make a difference on some other items on the return such as sales tax deduction or taxable amount of social security.


Returning Member
Feb 17, 2020 9:05:41 AM

it is in mine also