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Level 1
posted Feb 25, 2020 9:10:05 AM

My wife did a contract job in December 2019 but paid in January 2020. Should this earing report in the 2019 Tax or 2020 tax?

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Expert Alumni
Feb 28, 2020 7:04:50 AM

Yes, you are correct.  Your wife's earnings that she received in 2020 for work performed in 2019 will be reported on your 2020 tax return as she received the income in 2020.

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Expert Alumni
Feb 25, 2020 9:30:30 AM

She will report this in 2020 unless she operates a business that uses accrual-based accounting.  This is rarely used for individuals doing contract jobs - so it is not likely that it applies in her situation.  

Level 1
Feb 28, 2020 6:41:51 AM

Thanks for your answer. 

What I understand that her earing should be reported in 2020 tax (filling in 2021). Am I right? Please confirm. 

Expert Alumni
Feb 28, 2020 7:04:50 AM

Yes, you are correct.  Your wife's earnings that she received in 2020 for work performed in 2019 will be reported on your 2020 tax return as she received the income in 2020.

Level 1
Feb 28, 2020 12:17:34 PM

Thank you very much for further clarification.

Expert Alumni
Feb 28, 2020 12:52:21 PM

You are welcome!