W-2

I received a notification in TurboTax that a W-2 is ready to be imported from an employer I’ve never worked for. Should I be alarmed?

Level 15

You should import the W-2 and see what it is.

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Level 2

I can’t import if I’ve already filed, correct? It’s a hair salon, I have never worked for a hair salon.

Level 15

You're correct that you cannot import after you've filed.

The greater question is why are you getting a W-2?
Do you have enough information to contact the Hair Salon?
If so, I'd give them a call to see what is going on.
If it is a W-2, the IRS will have a copy, and be expecting it to be on your tax return.
It would be best to resolve it now.

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Edited 02/17/2025 | 7:46 AM PST

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