IRS Form W4 TAX ADJUSTMENT

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  • IRS Form W4 Explained. In this video, I'm talking about the IRS form W4 and how to control your tax withholdings. I'm explaining how to W4 works and how to adjust it for credits or deductions. You can choose to get a bigger paycheck or a bigger tax refund.
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  • @cortney4soul
    @cortney4soul Рік тому +101

    You’re sitting here smiling telling us this information and we’re still looking like 🤯. I’m just trying to figure out how to take the least amount out of my pay check. This sounds like a math class.

    • @TheMichelex20
      @TheMichelex20 Рік тому +11

      Right! Same 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @yeah_right88
      @yeah_right88 Рік тому +4

      It's literally 4th grade arithmetic

    • @JShields707
      @JShields707 Рік тому +25

      @@yeah_right88 explain it then...make a video and explain it and help out the people who need it rather than "oh this is so 4th grade and I'm so much smarter than everyone here"

    • @JustMekEARuh
      @JustMekEARuh Рік тому +2

      I thought I had it, then my taxes went from a high 38% being taken to a whopping 42%!!! 😮😬😳🤯 I’m gonna watch this again but before I do, I’m with commenter Cortney - HeLP! WHAT LINE DO I PUT WHATEVER ON TO HAVE LESS TAKEN OUT!?! Maybe I’ll understand after I watch this again. I am not salaried. So far this year I have one job that worked one day and will get residuals from it. NO clue what that will add up to, so had to GUESS income for year. I put my GUESS on 4(a)… (was told since I’m not salaried, to put my guess there) …now that I’m reading it, doesn’t make sense. I’ll figure it out and change it, but for now, federal taking even more out is 😂 but not haha. more like grumble and sniff 😠😢

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому +12

      Filling out the w4 won’t change your total taxes. You’ll pay the same total, it’s just now vs later.

  • @aaronjohnson8715
    @aaronjohnson8715 6 місяців тому +5

    One thing that drives me crazy about all these tax videos is that you guys never talk about what happens if you don't stay on top of your w-4s. My wife changed jobs last year and never updated her w-4s and this year we learned about the underpayment penalties and got hit with a huge tax bill. I think the focus really should not be on how to get the most money back (especially because that means you're getting money back that you weren't building interest on that you would already earned) but instead, you're focus should be on how to minimize your tax liability.

  • @MrCrazytatics
    @MrCrazytatics 2 роки тому +13

    I thought the New W4 was suppose to be easier to understand & DO 😭 this vid sounded like MATH CLASS

  • @danamissy
    @danamissy 2 роки тому +17

    this is way too complicated. my only issue is why can't i have the ability to have the least amount of taxes withheld? what do i do

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  2 роки тому +3

      the least, as in zero? That's just filing exempt, assuming you qualify. Most accurate? Then use the online estimator. That is the only way.

    • @Cinelution
      @Cinelution 2 роки тому +3

      @@TravisSickle Can I get to where I get zero withholding, invest monthly what would have been withheld, and invest it. So at the end of the year when I have to pay, I have the money, but I get to keep the interest?

    • @vaderwilcox7398
      @vaderwilcox7398 2 роки тому +1

      @@TravisSickle can you answer this person's question? I had the same one

    • @andrewvanoort8539
      @andrewvanoort8539 6 місяців тому

      @@Cinelution Exactly what I'm trying to figure out how to do

    • @deelightful6124
      @deelightful6124 18 днів тому

      Same here I make 85000 year but it feels like 60000 with all
      These taxes and inflation . HOW DONI SEE MORE OF LY CHECK?

  • @tracyalcide8152
    @tracyalcide8152 Рік тому +6

    I’m still lost :-(, I want a bigger pay check , I want to reduce my taxes coming out every check

  • @alexlee2995
    @alexlee2995 Рік тому +5

    Thanks. For those that are anticpating a $7,500 EV Tax Credit in 2024 for purchasing an EV in 2023, how would I adjust my W4 to get this $7,500 up front this year? Just add $7500 + $2000 (i have one kid) on line 3?

  • @kingsolomega
    @kingsolomega Рік тому +5

    We need an example of one filled out just sample numbers so we more or a better idea of what we are working with and what to specifically put down on the form please thank you. Or a quick cheat sheet.

  • @SickNastyJS23
    @SickNastyJS23 2 роки тому +10

    Dude just tell me what the heck to put in the box…

  • @richdars9041
    @richdars9041 Рік тому +2

    Y'all young kids would have a severe panic attack if you had to do taxes using only books you had to get from the local library or some place during tax season. And wait months for a paper check lol Pre internet days.

  • @finurra3905
    @finurra3905 5 місяців тому +3

    this video is soo helpful omg I was looking at my old pay stubs from 2021 and holy moly I got taxed like crazy, at least 2k a month was taken out of my pay, CA sucks for taxes..so glad I left.

  • @josecastillo4204
    @josecastillo4204 2 роки тому +3

    I want to reduce my refund to boost my paycheck and when it adds a tax credit on line 3 do I need to put anything where it says "multiply the number of qualifying children under 17 by $2000" and where it says "multiply the number of other dependents by $500"? I don't have any dependents btw.

  • @jenniferhabermehl8604
    @jenniferhabermehl8604 Рік тому +2

    Single no kids.
    I need to know how to get the bigger check BUT I DO NOT WANT TO OWE BECAUSE ENOUGH WASNT TAKEN OUT!
    so what's the correct way on these lines put 1on 3 and a$amount on 4c?
    Thank you

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому

      Biggest paycheck possible without owing taxes

  • @Under_PressureSW
    @Under_PressureSW 5 місяців тому +1

    Tax estimator is a hunk of garbage. I entered the SAME info 4 times, and got 4 completely different numbers. Typical IRS

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  4 місяці тому +1

      4 different numbers on the same day?

    • @Under_PressureSW
      @Under_PressureSW 4 місяці тому

      @@TravisSickle yeah lol, within 10 minutes!

  • @SanDiegoOfficial
    @SanDiegoOfficial Рік тому +2

    So if I'm not anticipating getting any refund from my tax year, I should adjust this so I owe 7500 to be able to receive the text credit for 2024?

  • @cameronlewis58
    @cameronlewis58 2 роки тому +4

    This Tax Estimator is a nightmare if you don't get paper paystubs and your spouse is asleep and you are trying to fill it out for a new job with variable pay. Why on earth is this so convoluted?? I'm not a person who hates change. I'm a person who likes a challenge and trying to figure things out on their own, but this is truly ridiculous. How is a person supposed to do this and not pull out all their hair (or berate their children for breaking their concentration five times) without the help of a tax professional?

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  2 роки тому

      I know. Just post your questions here. I have a ton of videos on this.

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  2 роки тому

      The reason you want to enter your spouses info is to make it as accurate as possible. Basically it’s estimating your entire tax life.

    • @ryray7175
      @ryray7175 7 місяців тому

      @@TravisSickle so we have to enter our spouses numbers on the W-4 estimator? I thought it was just for my own info.

  • @xPancakes4lyf
    @xPancakes4lyf Місяць тому

    so for somone who only makes $20,000 a year, i dont need to calculate for the $45,275 x 22% ? do i put my anticipated max annual income? im confused as to where these numbers even came from or when to stop calculating. i also came out with a different calculation then the one the IRS calculated for me. mine was way higher. im so lost.

  • @christye1884
    @christye1884 2 роки тому +2

    I did this and it said 19,000 and some change credit and hr said it’s wrong and wouldn’t process it? Please advise. Commission work plus bonuses

  • @thomashealy5990
    @thomashealy5990 Рік тому +2

    I have absolutely nothing to claim
    No dependents no adjustments no withholdings I’m a single 22 year old guy that works on a farm renting at my friends house.
    The estimator said my refund is $757 even though I am trying to get 100% (as close to as possible) of my income in my paycheck
    Why if I withhold nothing, and claim nothing, would I be receiving that money at the end of the year instead of during the year.
    I’ve been paid in cash till now just barely getting by and now that I’m being taxed that 757 that i don’t get now is going to fuck me over.
    My pay is not getting raised in going to have to quit and find a new cash job just to survive on the bare minimum.

  • @IQenjoyer
    @IQenjoyer 6 місяців тому

    I watched this video 6x and still don't understand the arbitrary $2,000 tax credit and the resulting $12,768. What's the point of that random credit? Say my tax liability is 17k, I could just give myself an arbitrary credit of 5k to make my liability 12k? Or even 17k to make my liability $0? I guess I don't understand how the credit calculation applies. Would you just credit yourself the amount that your projected refund will be on the tax estimator?

  • @KingKatura
    @KingKatura 3 місяці тому

    Tax withholding tool is Down. I wonder if its just temporary or if they removed it without actually removing it so people cant do thier taxes as accurately?

  • @marcmarotta4702
    @marcmarotta4702 3 місяці тому

    Play educated myself quite a bit. How much do I put in box 4B to get an extra $100 on my paycheck. I have only one $8,000 a year IRA contribution

  • @judyballeza9948
    @judyballeza9948 Рік тому +3

    I have been doing uber and papa pal since the first of the year. Now I am getting a job with a W-4 Form and I am lost in what I do.

    • @judyballeza9948
      @judyballeza9948 Рік тому

      does the website you recommended work for 1099/self-employments?

    • @judyballeza9948
      @judyballeza9948 Рік тому

      if so please do a video on that. I think you would really be a big help to all.....

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому

      Sometimes. Depends on the total situation. You can withhold via the w4 for the self employment but it’s not solely for it.

  • @leedchristensen
    @leedchristensen 3 місяці тому

    How do you increase taxes withheld on more of a percentage basis. my wife has an extra job and the way we filled out the W-4 the system is not taking out any federal tax taxes. I think it’s because we have $8000 in the step three. But her hours vary per week in this extra job so taking out a fixed amount every pay period (4c) is not consistent. I know the effective percentage that needs to be taken out every pay period. How do I translate a percentage into dollar amounts? It also gets confusing when the job was started in the middle of the year.

  • @ad2050z
    @ad2050z Рік тому +2

    Do you have another video explaining the multiple jobs?

  • @sdlager22
    @sdlager22 Рік тому +3

    Thanks for the video! Question, for the EV tax credit, do add 7500 into the “claim dependents” box or divide that number by number or paychecks per year?

  • @fleshtvxo
    @fleshtvxo 3 місяці тому

    Hi, how do you use the tax withholding calculator if you have a new job you haven't started yet? I want to reduce withholdings so how would I fill out the W4?

  • @lisamorrison6274
    @lisamorrison6274 8 місяців тому

    Thank you for making this. Your very kind 😊
    Now can you go find a dumb guy that has learned how to do this and hold the camera while he explains how to do this for us dummies.

  • @umepervaiz1488
    @umepervaiz1488 2 роки тому +1

    Hi question, can please help me calculate mortgage interest (13000)and state taxes( 15000) and medical expense less $12000, for W-4 form?

  • @edwardrodriguez8783
    @edwardrodriguez8783 2 місяці тому +1

    This is well explained. Thank you so much! I have learned a lot with your videos.

  • @hellocanyouhearmeyesican335
    @hellocanyouhearmeyesican335 11 місяців тому +2

    Awesome video. I'm definitely showing this to family and friends . Thank you!

  • @blsrvr
    @blsrvr Рік тому +4

    Hello,
    Thank you for the knowledge you have provided. It's helping me a lot. I do have a question in regards of the $10,275 * 10%? How did you get the $10,275 after the standard deduction?

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому +2

      This may help… How tax brackets work
      ua-cam.com/video/f0TIwsVHH88/v-deo.html

  • @angeliquedominique740
    @angeliquedominique740 Рік тому +1

    I don’t understand this at all :(

  • @TD-hn8jj
    @TD-hn8jj 11 місяців тому

    Why is this so complicated now
    We used to just change exemptions?
    I work 15 - 20 hours overtime and is literally as if I just worked all that extra time for the government. The eay iam seeing it is there's absolutely no point in working overtime now.
    How can I change this problem??

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  11 місяців тому

      It's complicated because our tax system is complicated.

  • @colinl5951
    @colinl5951 6 днів тому

    Please do a video of someone making 45k a year.

  • @downanddirtytruth
    @downanddirtytruth 6 місяців тому

    Can I mark 10 dependents so they take nothing out?

  • @Lionheart98801
    @Lionheart98801 6 місяців тому

    What about people who are making 50k a year?

  • @gustavomurillo2033
    @gustavomurillo2033 2 місяці тому

    I did my w4 i got tax exempt i was getting taxed $500-$600 per check i ad justed it and got my pay check free

  • @MA-lm1ql
    @MA-lm1ql 5 місяців тому

    I still don't understand how to increase my paycheck on line 4a. I don't want any federal taxes taken out and I don't want to get a tax refund. What am I supposed to put on 4A?

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  4 місяці тому

      You're not doing it right. If you want to be accurate, then complete the online estimator completely. The results will give you exactly what you are asking.

  • @32NinerBravo
    @32NinerBravo 2 роки тому +4

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge and helping us better understand this new complicated form. Just a quick question. I used the online estimator about 2 months ago and entered the amount it recommended to get close to a $0 refund. I entered the amount on the last line in section 3 and submitted a new W4 to my employer, however, I have not noticed a decrease in the amount of Federal taxes being taken out in my last few pay checks and I get paid every 2wks. The amount coming out for Federal tax is still the same on my pay statement as it was before I made the adjustment and submitted a new W4. I assumed that making the corrections suggested by the online estimator would decrease the amount of Federal taxes being taken out each pay day in order to get me closer to a $0 refund. Am I missing something or maybe my adjustment was correct and this all comes together when I file for 2022? Thanks again.

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  2 роки тому +3

      On the last page, is the anticipated the same as actual taxes? That could be why

    • @32NinerBravo
      @32NinerBravo 2 роки тому +3

      @@TravisSickle
      I figured out what I was doing wrong. I was using the amount the estimator was coming up with for my wife’s income to input into section 3 of the W4 instead of mine. A small oversight on my part. Thanks again. 🙏🏼

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  2 роки тому +3

      @@32NinerBravo glad it’s fixed, thanks for sharing!

    • @KakhramonbekTeshaev-ee9hc
      @KakhramonbekTeshaev-ee9hc Рік тому +1

      👍

  • @asielb
    @asielb 7 місяців тому

    Someone that makes $100,000 has an accountant that does it all for them.
    Do the example of someone that makes $40,000

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  7 місяців тому

      Join the channel memberships and I will.

  • @janineb8283
    @janineb8283 2 роки тому +2

    With this filling, for single filer how do I claim for 1 (myself)?

    • @valik8118
      @valik8118 2 роки тому +1

      I’m wondering the same , looks like we no longer have that option ?

    • @Jacqxzdiva1
      @Jacqxzdiva1 2 роки тому +2

      I’m trying to claim zero and I’m just about ready to throw my laptop. I HATE Congress

    • @danixreign8500
      @danixreign8500 Рік тому

      @@Jacqxzdiva1 you and me both

  • @Raushimusic
    @Raushimusic Рік тому +1

    wow. That was super helpful! Thank you!!

  • @DAGGETT062891
    @DAGGETT062891 Рік тому +1

    Really good video my friend, thank you!

  • @harshpatel7553
    @harshpatel7553 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the great video! On the calculator on the IRS website, the number recommended is to get $0 refund. What if I wanted to make it so I get to the point of owing the government above a certain amount (for example 7500 that I'm trying to get to for EV federal tax credit)? My understanding is that I have to have over 7500 owing to the government to actually get that credit, is this correct? Thanks again!

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому +1

      It means it is non-refundable. So it could reduce you tax liability to zero but not below.

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому +2

      you can also enter your EV credit on the estimator.

    • @harshpatel7553
      @harshpatel7553 Рік тому

      @@TravisSickle Yes, I did do that. But again, they are advising so the refund would be 0. I'm looking to adjust the W-4 so I can be at a point of owing the government more than 7500. Any tips on that?

  • @deelightful6124
    @deelightful6124 18 днів тому

    TOO MANY TAXES!!!

  • @ChristianMoran-id5vx
    @ChristianMoran-id5vx 10 місяців тому

    Okay so I make my base salary 43k a year and my commission is 23000 for the year so if I say that I make 66000 a year and I use the irs estimator and they tell me what my tax obligation is and they generate my new w4 form and they put 7,212 is my tax obligation. Awesome I get more in my paycheck but what happens if I make more money in the year will I end up owing money?

  • @godfox675
    @godfox675 Рік тому

    Except the real child tax credit isn't $2000. Its $3000-$3600 per child. So it's still wrong

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому

      Yes it is. It’s $2,000. The advance child tax credit is over.

    • @godfox675
      @godfox675 Рік тому

      @@TravisSickle was the extra amount just for 2022?

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому

      @@godfox675no, it ended in 2021.

  • @ad2050z
    @ad2050z Рік тому +4

    Omg, thank you for explaining that for us. It is still a bit complicated, but at least I understand it better.

  • @hellomeansgoodbye8026
    @hellomeansgoodbye8026 Рік тому

    What if you're only get an hourly wage job??? And have two jobs same pay rate ? Which one is the highest paying when one of them you made less than 10,000?

  • @mechellestudio5430
    @mechellestudio5430 9 місяців тому

    So I want more of a paycheck, so just increase dependents and be on my way right? Ok gotcha

  • @markmueller5825
    @markmueller5825 2 роки тому +2

    Hi Travis I found your video helpful but I have a question. On the W-4 line 4b, does that amount of deduction include the standard deduction or is the amount entered online 4b in addition to the standard deduction?

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  2 роки тому +2

      In addition, just make sure you’re not doing your own math here. Use the online estimator.

    • @stretch6109
      @stretch6109 2 роки тому +1

      That didn’t answer the question

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  2 роки тому +1

      @@stretch6109 I think you misread my answer. It’s in addition to the standard deduction. The answer is, “in addition,” to the amount entered on line 4b you will also receive the standard deduction.

  • @edouardnerettejr8592
    @edouardnerettejr8592 Рік тому +1

    🔥🔥🔥 your the truth bro, best explanation

  • @ashleycreed3439
    @ashleycreed3439 8 місяців тому

    I used the deductions worksheet on the W4 to calculate what to put in box 4(b) and then also used the IRS estimator and got two different things. The same info was used for both. The estimator also has me putting a value in box 3 when I did not indicate claiming dependents. Any idea what's going on? For reference, mortgage interest is estimated to be around $19k, $2k student loan interest, and $14,600 for standard deduction in 2024 = $6400 in box 4(b). All the same entered in estimator, with prefilled W4 suggesting $1153 in box 3, and $1773 in box 4(b). TIA!

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  8 місяців тому

      box 3 is also for tax credits other than dependents.

  • @JoeyHerbz
    @JoeyHerbz 5 місяців тому

    Literally doesn't make sense

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  5 місяців тому

      which part?

    • @JoeyHerbz
      @JoeyHerbz 5 місяців тому

      @@TravisSickle I'm sure it makes sense to people who understand this, but it hurts my brain trying to figure this out lol. Didn't mean anything rude by my comment

  • @iwantcheesypuffs
    @iwantcheesypuffs Рік тому

    If you're getting a big refund, 5K, 10K+, then you're doing something terribly wrong (IMO)
    Better to have a very high Credit on W4 to 80-90% of your tax obligation -- then invest in short term CDs or other similar short return solid investments. This is not the time to go to Las Vegas and try to double down your increased paycheck.

  • @Careerchangernursern
    @Careerchangernursern Рік тому

    I’m still confused

  • @itmall8325
    @itmall8325 Рік тому

    Can you change Exempt after you already complete the W4? Example: after a quarter..
    Lastly, I claim dependents bi-annually, so 2023 I will not be. Should I file EXEMPT this year, making 100k. and pay taxes quarterly to not owe as much. Please advise

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому

      you can only file exempt if you qualify, otherwise, adjust your w4 accordingly.

  • @vanessagarza5489
    @vanessagarza5489 11 місяців тому

    I was told by irs that is was recommended to do a withholding on 4c for my w4 form of this year, but nobody knows how much im supposed to put in 4c?? I have 3 jobs. The first one was 21k the 2nd about 9k and third one 4K how much would i need to put in? I have a 18 yr son who is still in high school can i still claim her?

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  11 місяців тому

      Our tax system is too complex to tell you exactly without knowing more. It’s possible to claim her as a dependent which is $500 credit.

  • @remarkablylegendary9952
    @remarkablylegendary9952 Рік тому +1

    Hey Travis great video im still a bit confused I am single no kids. I dont want a refund i want to break even and get my money throughout the year can I claim myself as a dependent since there is no more allowance

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому

      No, you can’t claim yourself.

    • @remarkablylegendary9952
      @remarkablylegendary9952 Рік тому

      @@TravisSickle o wow thank you but how do I get my money through out the year I want to break even and not owe

    • @remarkablylegendary9952
      @remarkablylegendary9952 Рік тому

      @@TravisSickle reason I am asking is because things are tough financially and any extra income would be greatly appreciated on line 3a i put 1 for me and 500 came up what does all this mean

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому

      This is the way… ua-cam.com/video/PH6Bo5LFZ8w/v-deo.html

    • @remarkablylegendary9952
      @remarkablylegendary9952 Рік тому

      @@TravisSickle thank you so if i put 1 on line 3 a less taxes come out my check each pay period and if leave it at 0 more taxes will come out is that somewhat accurate?

  • @ErmGarcQC
    @ErmGarcQC Рік тому

    What should I do if I want to increase federal withholding tax, married filing joint? I think something is wrong because my W-2 showed that there's only $17.25 federal tax withheld for the entire year of 2022. We ended up paying. So what should I do going forward?

  • @ambertudor
    @ambertudor Рік тому

    in 2021 i put 10 on line 5 of my withholding certificate and i received more money on my paycheck per week but at the end of the year i owed some money, in ,2022 on the witholding certificate i put 6 on line 5 of my withold cert and i still got more(than if i claimed 1) on my paycheck per week AND i did not owe any money to fed or state, BUT i also did not get anything back, so it was just right, my question is the 2023 w4 looks different and does not have the same slot (line 5) to put a 6 for my withholding, so where would i put the 6 for my witholding on the 2023 form?

    • @remarkablylegendary9952
      @remarkablylegendary9952 Рік тому +1

      Hey Im feeling out my W4 as we speak where did you put the 1 im single no children and i dont want a refund at the end of the year I want to break even since theres no line 5 where does the one go

  • @folasadeosibodu7119
    @folasadeosibodu7119 Рік тому +1

    Excellent!!!!!!!!!! Thank you 🤓

  • @davidmarsh3513
    @davidmarsh3513 Рік тому

    Just needed to know - i generally claim 9 dependents. How do I do that on the new w4 ?

  • @austinheinold
    @austinheinold Рік тому

    I don’t understand why every year I get a return (4400) last year. But when I do the estimate tool it tells me I need to take more out? It says I’ll be under but my current W4 has no deductions or credits and i get big refunds. Why would I ask them to withhold more money ???? This is so confusing

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому

      You’re probably missing something, like a tax credit or deduction that you didn’t input on the estimator but are actually taking when you file your taxes.

  • @evaluation1179
    @evaluation1179 8 місяців тому

    Thanks Travis 😊 your video helped me a lot, more confident for 2024 tax year
    I appreciate your work and info

  • @MP-kj5ur
    @MP-kj5ur 5 місяців тому

    I love taxes 🙃

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  5 місяців тому

      probably just as much as I do.

  • @RedBaron63650
    @RedBaron63650 Рік тому

    On my paystub under Taxes it's pretty clear, 1) Social Security 2) Medicare, 3) Fed Income Tax. and that would be FICA and the amount I plug in the online W4... on my wife's pay stub... more complicated.. under "Taxes" it has 1) FED W/H 2) FICA EE 3) FED MWT EE ... what's that ? is FICA number 2 ? what are the other ones?

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому +1

      1) Federal Withholdings 2) Social Security and Medicare tax 3) Federal Medicare Withholdings Tax and the EE is short for employee.
      Federal withholding tax is essentially what you are calculating on the W4. The FICA is Federal Insurance Contributions Act and that is not adjustable on your paycheck. It's social security and Medicare taxes.
      Federal Withholdings in the only number you want to input on the IRS form W4 online estimator for taxes withheld year to date.

    • @RedBaron63650
      @RedBaron63650 Рік тому

      @@TravisSickle thank you so much, you rock !

  • @lampmanjosh
    @lampmanjosh Рік тому

    Travis,
    Can you do a W4 example video for a bonus check? Last year my bonus got crushed with taxes.

  • @christinalaughlin5545
    @christinalaughlin5545 Рік тому

    Ummm anybody have this go over their head? can you do an example for 50k?

  • @DRCmusic
    @DRCmusic Рік тому +2

    Can you do a video specifically on how to fill out the W-4 to get the entire $7,500 EV Tax Credit for next filing year? Just one example walkthrough with married filing jointly with 2 incomes ($100,000 and $20,000 income) would be great!
    Would definitely help me figure out how to adjust my W-4 to accurately take advantage of the full EV Tax credit. Thank you!

  • @11thHourYT
    @11thHourYT Рік тому

    Does This apply to 2023? W4 2023 is a little different ( ex, Step 2a)

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому

      Yes, it's the same. I'm not sure why they left 2a as reserved. Maybe it wasn't updated for the online estimator.

  • @brokejaw
    @brokejaw Рік тому

    Why do all the videos about filing this out always skip Step 4(b)?

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому

      Because unless it’s over the standard deduction it’s irrelevant. Highly uncommon.

  • @arkangelsnc12
    @arkangelsnc12 Рік тому

    What about people that make a lot less a year.

  • @broccoli3926
    @broccoli3926 Рік тому

    Earlier in the year I claimed exempt how would I go back and change it?

  • @brandonj1468
    @brandonj1468 2 роки тому

    So when the IRS calc gives you a number to put in step 3 line 3 of your tax credits to get more money on your paycheck, where are those credits coming from? How do we know if we qualify for those credits? (I'm single with 0 dependents)

    • @deniawise8224
      @deniawise8224 Рік тому

      Then you wud skip line 3 cuz it doesn't apply to u if u have no dependents and single hun. Only check off single and sign at the bottom. Also depending on how much u make thru the year put a dollar AMT on line 4c if ur trying to go for a refund. Start off small like $5 or $10 :& see how ur check starts looking when u get paid. Yes u want a refund when u get ur taxes done but u still gotta live thru the year and pay bills lol

  • @cfsmound3524
    @cfsmound3524 Рік тому

    Can a person fill this out in a way to get the biggest paychecks and then owe money at tax time legally?

  • @societyofroodest.590ad9
    @societyofroodest.590ad9 Рік тому

    Doing your taxes should not be this complex, inn any way or form. The government already has every detail on you and your money, unless your an all-out criminal hiding money. For everyone else, it should be much, much easier and most of all ... direct. Far too much trickery.

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому

      😎

    • @deniawise8224
      @deniawise8224 Рік тому

      Its not complicated at all until your situation starts getting complicated. Also the terms like tax credit, tax liability, tax deduction/adjustments can make things sound harder than wat it is.

  • @princesstidwell4099
    @princesstidwell4099 Рік тому

    I’m confused where’d the 10% 12% and 22% come from

  • @maile1205
    @maile1205 2 роки тому

    Do I calculate all the taxes for the credit? Like Medicare and SS taxes included or just the Federal withholding?

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  2 роки тому

      Just federal. The best way to do this is the irs form w4 online estimator.

  • @c0dych1ef
    @c0dych1ef Рік тому

    03:05 Where did you get 10,275 from?

  • @headlibrarian1996
    @headlibrarian1996 9 місяців тому

    Does the “new” W4 force minimum withholding or can you fill it out to get any net paycheck you want? As an S-corporation owner some things are most conveniently handled in payroll, which may require reducing withholding by large amounts to get the result I want. Any shortfalls can be offset in quarterly estimated tax payments. Personally, I like paying just enough ET so that, when added to amounts withheld in payroll, I meet the 110% safe harbor and can pay the remainder owed, if any, by the mid-April deadline.

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  9 місяців тому

      You can fill it out to get any paycheck you want. Just be careful not to under withhold.

    • @headlibrarian1996
      @headlibrarian1996 9 місяців тому

      @@TravisSickle Does IRS care about wage withholding specifically and separately from your overall annual tax obligation, or do they only care that you at least meet the safe harbor for your total income by Dec 31?

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  9 місяців тому +1

      @headlibrarian1996 safe harbor is the minimum which is fine.

  • @aaronjohnson7023
    @aaronjohnson7023 Рік тому

    What ?

  • @kyra9430
    @kyra9430 Рік тому

    good grief.... this video seems great... but I have NO idea what my income is going to be. ugh.

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому +1

      Best guess. Then review it periodically. The idea is to get as close as possible.

    • @kyra9430
      @kyra9430 Рік тому

      @@TravisSickle got it. thank you SOOOOOOOOO much. for responding/responding so quickly/amazing information and content. appreciate your channel.

  • @davidmorley680
    @davidmorley680 Рік тому +4

    Great explanation and thank you for putting this together. I followed and understood everything you said, but my confusion comes in filling out step 3 where the tax credits are. I consistently get $6k refunded and would like to reduce that to $1k so presumably I'd like to keep roughly $190 per paycheck. If I wanted to reduce my tax burden by that amount, step 3 only talks about dependents. Would I have to lie about my dependents to change that number?

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому +1

      It really shouldn't say dependents. It should say tax credits. If you run the online estimator, it will often make an adjustment by adding credit amounts. Even for those with ZERO dependents.

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому +2

      This may help... ua-cam.com/users/shorts-UpLKWdv7x0

    • @carrjar
      @carrjar Рік тому +1

      @@TravisSickle This is very helpful. I want to reduce $7500 from my withholdings for the EV tax credit.

  • @mamat792
    @mamat792 Рік тому +3

    Bingo! Thanks for pointing out the W-4 link that fills out the form for you. I was at a loss after filling out the online info until your video.

  • @dwwilliams21
    @dwwilliams21 Рік тому

    Amazing video! Thx!

  • @mikem2022
    @mikem2022 Рік тому

    What if I have overtime on some weeks?

  • @charlenelewis2587
    @charlenelewis2587 Рік тому

    How to fill out W-4P?

  • @sebva7189
    @sebva7189 10 місяців тому

    Is this the same as the W4 -T form??

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  10 місяців тому

      no, it's the required form. The W4-T is for additional withholdings.

  • @beakissinger
    @beakissinger Рік тому

    Is this okay for the 2023 form too?

  • @pops2990
    @pops2990 Рік тому

    Mr. Travis, great videos! I paid for your W-4 service in the link provided in your description but disappointed with James Baskey who does not answer my emails. A simple “I got your email, will respond after” will do but not even that. I don’t think your team took in account my full details of your form that must be filled out online. If you can ask your team to re-do my W-4’s according to the info I sent. I’ve messaged you in different places so hopefully you respond in one of them soon. Or else going to believe you not legit. Thank you.

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому +1

      Email the info directly and I’ll take a look right away, Travis.sickle@sicklehunter.com

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому +1

      I'm checking now but don't see any other messages. Where else did you try to contact me so I can help figure this out?

    • @pops2990
      @pops2990 Рік тому +1

      @@TravisSickle thank you. Will do now.

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  Рік тому +1

      just replied via email.

    • @pops2990
      @pops2990 Рік тому

      Travis, thank you for resolving my issue quickly. Thank you for responding here and in your other social media platforms. Now I see you are truly the real deal and you truly care about helping people. I am glad that the guy I see smiling in the videos and explaining everything so well is truly legit and the same vibe I get from just communicating with him. You provide excellent customer service and my view of your business has now skyrocketed. Thank you again for the prompt resolution and for your time.

  • @fatkid0777
    @fatkid0777 2 роки тому

    Great video, quick question on the third example with the estimator adding a tax credit ( in your example 7802) to get to 0 refund, does there need to be a qualifying tax credit to put the number in or can you just put that in as suggested by the estimator

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  2 роки тому +2

      You should put whatever the estimator says regardless if you have dependents. It’s confusing and should be fixed by the irs.

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  2 роки тому +1

      No, there does not need to be a qualifying tax credit.

  • @annie1379
    @annie1379 2 роки тому

    Question: Who is "you"?

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  2 роки тому

      give me more context and I'll help you out. Drop the time stamp here.

  • @Mmwehne1
    @Mmwehne1 2 роки тому +1

    Great Video. I sub as a dental hygienist however I only accept W4 and never 1099. On average I work 10-15 jobs a year. I love a bigger refund so in the past I would file single and 0 . Would filing single and then not claiming dependents provide a smaller check each pay period and more back in a refund due to overpaying? This newer form is harder for me since I work so many jobs in one year.

    • @TravisSickle
      @TravisSickle  2 роки тому +1

      Yes…you would likely be so much better off 1099. Unless there are other benefits like health or retirement matching.

  • @jillhamilton2852
    @jillhamilton2852 Рік тому

    Very helpful video. When I access the tool on irs.gov, it says I'm unable to adjust my withholding and there is no slider bar, nor an option to view a pre-filled form. Am I doing something wrong?