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posted May 16, 2021 8:42:30 AM

How do I fill out my taxes? I collected unemployment due to covid

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Expert Alumni
May 16, 2021 8:53:22 AM

Enter all of your information as you normally would.  The following Help Article explains how to enter unemployment:  Where do I report a 1099-G for unemployment or paid family leave?

 

TurboTax will automatically account for whether or not you qualify for the up to $10,200 exemption of unemployment income on your return.

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May 16, 2021 9:03:11 AM

I didn't recieve my 1099-G untill AFTER I filed. My wife earned $6,125, and paid $616.00 Federal Tax! Do we get that back!!??

Thank You Very Much!!

 

Edit: I did Not amend my return!!

Expert Alumni
May 16, 2021 9:56:32 AM

You will have file file an amended return to enter the unemployment and taxes withheld. Please wait until your original return has been processed and see How to amend a tax return to get a refund on the taxes paid (if you qualify for the unemployment exclusion).

 

If your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) is less than $150,000, then you can exclude up to $10,200 of unemployment compensation paid in 2020 from your taxable income. Amounts over $10,200 for each individual are still taxable.

 

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