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Level 1
posted Feb 17, 2025 5:17:31 AM

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?

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Expert Alumni
Feb 17, 2025 5:43:29 AM

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

  • It may be a new name, and you may have worked there.
  • Or at a minimum you will be able to contact them.

 

Level 1
Feb 17, 2025 6:16:28 AM

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

Expert Alumni
Feb 17, 2025 6:35:10 AM

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.

If you determine that TurboTax has sent this to you in error please contact us at What to do if you suspect tax-related identity theft

 

@tina4129

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