I lived in 2 states and if my w-2 lists only one state?

Question

If I lived in 2 states and if my w-2 lists only one state should I file for tax returns from only 1 state or both the states ?

Answer 1

You must file a state tax return based on each state's requirements. That being said, most states require you to file a return when you've lived in (primary residence) or earned money in that state. Whether you file as a non-resident, part-year resident, or full-year resident depends on where you lived.

So, even though you only have one state on your W-2, you will need to do (at a minimum) two part-year tax returns ... one for each state in which you lived. How to do the return so that you aren't double taxed is another topic.

Answer 2

I believe that you should only file a state tax return with the state for which you have a W-2.

As far as I know, the states exchange data with the IRS, so obviously, if one W-2 was reported with a certain address, then IRS will report the wages to that state.

If the second state might have any problems, they will definitely let you know later on.

I don't know if your employer has a state filing requirement, as well.

Answer 3

You're going to have to file a federal return and 2 state returns (assuming both states have income tax).

On your federal return, you claim all of your income.

On each state return, you claim all of your income, but you'll have "out of state" income on both, and it's usually only taxed in the state in which it was earned. This is because governments are not allowed to tax each other.

(This is why you get to deduct your state taxes on your federal return if you itemize.)

Answer 4

seem at some previous examine stubs and notice if something replaced into withheld. I even have human beings pick to not have something withheld each and all the time and then come tax time they call me and ***** simply by fact they owe. I deliver them a replica of the state w-4 or each and every so often the federal w-4. injuries do ensue for the time of W-2 prep additionally. computers are not appropriate and whilst it comprises checking 1000's of w-2s something like that could desire to go left out honestly.

Answer 5

I have always been told that if you live in one state & work in a nother you pay for the state you live in & the one you work in.
To be sure please check with a tax person.