I get to claim 2 kids this year, but I have 2 different W2s, does it matter which one I add them to?

scsanders1978 · ‎June 1, 2019

xmasbaby0 · ‎June 1, 2019

All of your W-2's have to be entered on the same tax return so that your total income is on your tax return. Then the software calculates accurately whatever child-related credits you qualify for.

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Lisa995 · ‎June 1, 2019

ALL W2s and ALL kids get reported on the same ONE return...you don't file separate returns for each W2.

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xmasbaby0 · ‎June 1, 2019

All of your W-2's have to be entered on the same tax return so that your total income is on your tax return. Then the software calculates accurately whatever child-related credits you qualify for.

**Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to offer the most correct information possible. The poster disclaims any legal responsibility for the accuracy of the information that is contained in this post.**

fanfare · ‎June 1, 2019

use the same calculation for all your withholding W-4s.

See the instructions attached to the form for the correct number to claim.

Lisa995 · ‎June 1, 2019

I hadn't considered this might be referring to a W4 allowance situation.

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I get to claim 2 kids this year, but I have 2 different W2s, does it matter which one I add them to?