IRA contributions

[CJR1]

In regard to IRA contributions, all of our contributions come from our paychecks. If we list the amount on our W-2 form (D box), is that adequate documentation?

Thanks.

[Anonymous]

yes.     you will not see an IRA deduction on your return.  your wages would have already been reduced by the contributions.

[AlanT222]

Yes, if your only IRA contributions are from your pay they will be listed on your W-2.  Make sure you complete the W-2 information correctly with with information from box 12.  

[VolvoGirl]

IRA Contributions do not come out of your paychecks.  That was probably to a 401K Plan.  That comes out of your pay pretax and has already been deducted from the wages in box 1 and you can't deduct them again.  Do not enter them under Deductions & Credits.

IRA Contributions are made outside of work with your own money and should be entered under Deductions.  They may or may not be deductible.