I cashed in a life insurance policy, and had taxes withheld from the distribution. I received a 1099-r form documenting this. Should it show as retirement income?

timgeorgi — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 09:11:09 GMT

Re: I cashed in a life insurance policy, and had taxes withheld from the distribution. I received...

DianeW777 — Mon, 29 Jan 2024 23:58:21 GMT

Yes, that is how a life insurance policy distribution will be reported. Follow the steps below to enter your 1099-R:

Here's where to enter your 1099-R in TurboTax:

Open or continue your return.
In the Federal section, select Wages & Income.
Scroll to locate Retirement Plans and Social Security.
Select Start or Revisit next to IRA, 401(k), Pension Plan Withdrawals (1099-R).

You can also find the 1099-R section using Search. Open your return, enter 1099-r in the search bar, and select the Jump to 1099-r link.

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I cashed in a life insurance policy, and had taxes withheld from the distribution. I received a 1099-r form documenting this. Should it show as retirement income?

Re: I cashed in a life insurance policy, and had taxes withheld from the distribution. I received...