Should i report gambling winnings from massachusetts on my maine return?

[MindyB · Accepted solution]

Yes, as a Maine resident, you need to report all wages earned, including gambling winning from other states. Massachusetts taxes gambling winnings, but only if your winnings are more than $8,000 or tax was withheld will you need to file a Massachusetts return. If you don't need to file in Massachusetts, just include the winnings on your Maine return and you do not need to do anything further.

If you won $8,000 or more and have to pay tax to Massachusetts, you can claim a Resident Credit for the taxes you paid to Massachusetts on your Maine return. This will prevent double taxation.