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posted Mar 18, 2025 10:10:22 AM

My W2 in box 1 is empty $0 but box 5 has my pay amount says it may be incorrect but that is what is on my W2 . should I move on ? or am I going to have a problem?

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Expert Alumni
Mar 18, 2025 12:32:30 PM

Yes, having $0 in Box 1 of your W-2 may cause a problem when e-filing your tax return. Box 1 is crucial because it includes your wages, tips, and other compensation that are taxable for federal income tax purposes

 

 Here are some steps you can take:

 

  1. Contact Your Employer: Verify with your employer if the W-2 is correct. They may need to issue a corrected W-2 if there was an error.
  2. Check for Special Circumstances: Sometimes, Box 1 might be $0 due to all income being allocated to pre-tax benefits, but this is uncommon
  3. Manual Entry: TurboTax may flag the $0 entry,  then you will need to print and mail your return.