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4 I've been in HR for 15 years and this is unfortunately common with small businesses. They often don't understand their legal obligations or try to cut corners with payroll compliance. One thing to check - do you have access to an online employee portal through Paycor? Many payroll companies have employee self-service where you can download your own W-2 even if the employer hasn't distributed them. Worth asking your former boss if they set that up.
7 I had a similar issue and found my W-2 in my Paycor account even though my employer said they "weren't ready yet." How would the original poster know if they have access? Is there a standard login page or something?
4 Yes, Paycor has a standard employee self-service portal at secure.paycor.com where employees can log in. If your employer set it up, you would have received an email invitation at some point to create your account. Even former employees typically retain access to their documents for a period after leaving. If you never set up an account, you can try the "forgot password" option using your work email, or call Paycor's employee support line at 800-381-0053 and ask if you have an account associated with your employer. Sometimes they can help reset access if you can verify your identity.
23 Has anyone actually reported an employer to the IRS for not providing W-2s? I'm curious what happens to them. My girlfriend's boss is doing the same thing to her and 3 other former employees - keeps saying "they're coming" but it's been weeks past the deadline.
14 I reported a former employer two years ago. Called the IRS W-2 complaint line, gave all the details, and about 2 weeks later the employer suddenly emailed W-2s to everyone with a very apologetic note. Heard through a friend still working there that they got hit with some decent fines. Definitely worth reporting!
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Jamal Wilson
Don't forget that different providers have different processing times! I set up my solo 401k with Fidelity last year on December 29th and it was fine, but a friend tried with Vanguard on the 30th and had issues because they needed like 5-7 business days to process. Call your intended provider RIGHT NOW to check their specific requirements!
NebulaNova
ā¢Shoot I didn't even think about that! I was planning to go with Schwab. Does anyone know how long they typically take to process?
Jamal Wilson
ā¢With Schwab, you're cutting it close but might still be okay. Last I checked, they can typically establish a solo 401k within 1-2 business days if all your paperwork is complete and accurate. I'd recommend calling them directly ASAP though - their customer service can tell you exactly what you need and might even be able to expedite the process if you explain the deadline situation. One important thing: make sure you have your EIN ready! If you don't already have an Employer Identification Number from the IRS for your business, you'll need that before opening a solo 401k. That's another process that could add time.
Mei Lin
Just to clarify something important - there's a difference between ESTABLISHING the plan and CONTRIBUTING to it. Dec 31 is the deadline to establish the plan document. But you actually have until your tax filing deadline (usually April 15 of the next year) to make your employee contributions, and if you file an extension, you have until Oct 15 for your employer contributions. So don't stress too much about moving the money tonight!
This is great information but I'm still a bit confused. So if I just get the paperwork submitted tonight, I'm good? And then I can actually fund it later? Does the solo 401k need to be with the same bank where I have my business checking account?
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Eli Wang
Have you considered a reverse mortgage instead of taking money from your IRA? If you're over 62, it might be a good option to avoid the tax hit altogether. The funds wouldn't be taxable income.
Olivia Evans
ā¢I hadn't really considered a reverse mortgage. Are the fees for those reasonable? I've heard mixed things about them over the years. Also, wouldn't I need to be purchasing my new home before I could get a reverse mortgage on it? Since I don't currently own a property in my new town yet.
Eli Wang
ā¢The fees can be substantial - typically 2-5% of the home's value. But compared to the tax hit from a large IRA withdrawal, it might still be advantageous. There actually is a specific type called a HECM for Purchase that lets you buy a new home with a reverse mortgage. You make a down payment (usually around 50-60% of the purchase price) and the reverse mortgage covers the rest. You'd never have mortgage payments, though you'd still be responsible for taxes, insurance, and maintenance.
What about doing a 1031 exchange since the condo is a rental property? You might be able to defer capital gains taxes if you're buying another investment property.
A 1031 exchange wouldn't work if they're planning to live in the new property as their primary residence. The replacement property in a 1031 exchange must be used for business or investment purposes.
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Chloe Taylor
Has anyone noticed that the child tax credit formula treats single parents differently than married couples? I'm right at the edge of the phaseout threshold as a single parent ($198,500 income) but my sister and brother-in-law make more combined and don't start losing the credit yet. Seems unfair tbh.
Diego Flores
ā¢That's how all the tax brackets work though? Singles get phased out at lower amounts than married filing jointly. It's not unique to the child tax credit formula. Married couples filing jointly have a $400k threshold vs $200k for other filing statuses.
Chloe Taylor
ā¢True, but the gap seems bigger for this credit than for other things. And considering single parents have all the responsibility with no support, you'd think they'd give us a break on the child tax credit formula at least. I just find it frustrating that two incomes totaling $390k can get the full credit while a single parent making $210k gets less help per child. The cost of raising kids doesn't magically go down just because there's only one parent in the household.
Quick question about the child tax credit formula - does anyone know if you can still claim the credit if your child turned 17 during the tax year? My daughter's birthday was in November 2024, and I'm getting different answers from different sources about whether she qualifies for the 2024 tax year (filing in 2025).
Javier Gomez
ā¢Unfortunately, the rule is that the child must be under 17 at the END of the tax year (December 31st) to qualify for the child tax credit. Since your daughter turned 17 in November 2024, she wouldn't qualify for the 2024 tax credit when you file in 2025. However, check if you qualify for the Credit for Other Dependents (worth up to $500) which has no age limit as long as she's your dependent.
NeonNebula
The easiest way to spot a fraudulent preparer is if they base their fee on a percentage of your refund. That creates an obvious incentive for them to inflate your refund by any means necessary! Legitimate professionals charge based on the complexity of your return, not the outcome.
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Isabella Costa
ā¢Is there a way to report these places? There's a tax office near me that has a giant sign saying "WE GET YOU MAXIMUM REFUNDS GUARANTEED" and they advertise that they "only charge a percentage of what they save you." Seems super sketch.
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Ravi Malhotra
Quick tip: Always ask for the preparer's PTIN (Preparer Tax Identification Number). All legitimate tax preparers must have one. If they can't provide it or get weird when you ask, RUN. Also, never sign a blank return or one you haven't reviewed completely!
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