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November 16, 2022
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TSP account

  • November 16, 2022
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when cashing out a tsp account, 20% is automatically deducted

what is the amount to list on tax form - original amount before 20% deduction or after

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    DoninGA
    Level 15
    Level 15
    November 16, 2022

    You enter the Form 1099-R you received for the distribution as received from the plan administrator.

    The Gross Distribution in box 1 of the form is the total before taxes were withheld.  Federal Income Taxes Withheld are entered in box 4.

     

    To enter, edit or delete a form 1099-R -

    • Click on Federal Taxes (Personal using Home and Business)
    • Click on Wages and Income (Personal Income using Home and Business)
    • Click on I'll choose what I work on (if shown)
    • Scroll down to Retirement Plans and Social Security
    • On IRA, 401(k), Pension Plan Withdrawals (1099-R), click the start or update button

    Or enter 1099-r in the Search box located in the upper right of the program screen. Click on Jump to 1099-R