Why do i have to wait for form 8889 to be complete

[smetzger0003]

Last night when i tried to complete my taxes i got a message saying i cant complete them until form 8889 is ready. I know this has to do with my HSA but i am not withdrawing any money from it. Can i continue without it?

[PaulaM · Accepted solution]

No, wait on the Form 8889. You can check the links below for state and IRS form availability dates. 

Form 8889 is used by the IRS to:

• Report health savings account (HSA) contributions (including those made on your behalf and employer contributions),
• Figure your HSA deduction,
• Report distributions from HSAs, and
• Figure amounts you must include in income and additional tax you may owe if you fail to be an eligible individual.

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