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Level 1
June 1, 2019
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List previous occupation if currently unemployed?

  • June 1, 2019
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I was laid off in August 2015, should I list my occupation as what I was doing or change it to unemployed?
Best answer by xmasbaby0

You can put anything you like; the IRS only uses that for statistical purposes.  

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Level 15
June 1, 2019

You can put anything you like; the IRS only uses that for statistical purposes.  

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Level 15
February 7, 2021

You can enter whatever you want to for occupation.  It has no effect on your tax return.

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Level 2
June 1, 2019
I have never worked but I guess employees are confused with my behavior.
Level 2
June 1, 2019
I mean employers.