My state return is not deducting the state taxes I paid even though the amount is listed on my federal return and on the first sheet of my state return. Help!
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1 Best answer
PaulaM
Employee Tax Expert
Apr 12, 2018 4:40:23 PM
Yes, if you have any entries in boxes 15-17 then all fields must be entered. Glad to hear it worked out. 🙂
3 Replies
PaulaM
Employee Tax Expert
Apr 12, 2018 12:45:42 PM
The state taxes that you paid would not be deductible on your state tax return. If you itemized your federal deductions, then they are added back on your state return.
dcesplin1
Level 1
Apr 12, 2018 4:35:52 PM
I figured it out. Line16 on my W-2 didn't have any taxable wages listed. A payroll error that greatly affects my state tax refund.
PaulaM
Employee Tax Expert
Apr 12, 2018 4:40:23 PM
Yes, if you have any entries in boxes 15-17 then all fields must be entered. Glad to hear it worked out. 🙂