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posted Jun 6, 2019 2:48:08 AM

I am filling 2 w2 this year but i am running into a problem when i put them both in. the total return of the w2's individually is differnt then if they are together.

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Level 15
Jun 6, 2019 2:48:08 AM

That's because you are using the standard deduction and exemption twice when you enter the W-2s on separate returns. You can't do that. All income must be entered on one tax return because you only get one standard deduction and one exemption for the entire tax return.

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Level 15
Jun 6, 2019 2:48:08 AM

That's because you are using the standard deduction and exemption twice when you enter the W-2s on separate returns. You can't do that. All income must be entered on one tax return because you only get one standard deduction and one exemption for the entire tax return.