2a-irs estimator

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If I use the estimator for 1 or 2 jobs, if there is an amount in 3: is this the amount that you put to maximize your take home pay to break even or have have a smaller refund?

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tulipan

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Hi!

I understand that you're using the IRS Tax Withholding Estimator, and have a question as to Item 3. I'm a little unclear as to what the Item 3 you're referring to is, but I suggest that you restart the interactive estimator tool, as the questions are all in a specific order and adjust to the previous answers you've supplied.

As an alternative, you may want to try using TurboTax's W-4 Calculator, which may be clearer and easier to use.

If neither is helpful, feel free to post a follow-up question with some additional, specific details as to where the source of your question is coming up. We're happy to help. Thanks!