Another possibility - are both W2s actually identical copies? Sometimes employers will send duplicate W2s by mistake or if you requested an additional copy. Double check the control numbers on the forms (usually in box d) - if they're different, they're separate forms that both need to be entered. If they're identical, it's just a duplicate.

Great question! I was in a similar situation last year. Yes, you absolutely need to enter both W2s separately in TurboTax - never combine them. Each W2 has its own unique control number and the IRS receives copies of both, so your return needs to match exactly what they have on file. The most common reasons for multiple W2s from the same employer include mid-year changes like promotions, department transfers, payroll system changes, or even temporary leaves of absence. Each form represents a different classification or period of your employment. TurboTax makes this pretty straightforward - just follow the prompts to add each W2 individually. The software will automatically combine all your income and withholdings when calculating your taxes. Make sure to enter the employer information exactly as it appears on each form, even if it looks identical. Don't worry about it looking repetitive - that's completely normal and expected! One tip: keep both W2s handy when you file and double-check that the total wages from both forms matches your final paystub from December. This helps catch any potential errors before you submit.

Don't overthink this. I've been selling vintage toys for years and what I do is just track total inventory purchases vs total sales. I take my total purchase cost for the year, subtract the value of stuff I still have on hand, and that's my COGS. Easy peasy. Never had an issue with the IRS. Just keep your receipts in case they ever ask questions.

As someone who's dealt with similar inventory tracking issues in my small business, I'd recommend going with the retail inventory method that Camila mentioned - it's specifically designed for situations like yours where you have purchase records but can't match specific items to sales. Here's what worked for me: Calculate your average cost per item from all your Korean receipts (total spent ÷ total items purchased), then use that to value your ending inventory. The IRS accepts this approach for small businesses, and it's much more defensible than guessing or ignoring COGS entirely. Also, for future reference, consider using a simple spreadsheet or app to track inventory as you purchase it. Even basic descriptions in English will help enormously next year. You don't want to miss out on legitimate COGS deductions - they can significantly reduce your tax burden compared to just reporting everything as other income.

I've been through this exact same situation with my freelance writing LLC! The confusion is totally understandable because the IRS guidance does seem to contradict why you'd get an EIN in the first place. What I learned after consulting with a tax professional is that while the IRS technically wants your SSN for a disregarded entity, there's a practical workaround that most single-member LLC owners use. You can use your EIN on W9 forms as long as you're consistent about it across all your business dealings. The key is making sure that when you file your taxes, you include your EIN on Schedule C in the business information section. This creates the official link between your EIN and your personal tax return that the IRS needs to properly track everything. I've been using my EIN on all W9 forms for over a year now, and I haven't had any issues with 1099 reporting or tax compliance. My clients' accounting departments have never questioned it, and the IRS has never reached out about it. The reality is that protecting your SSN privacy is a legitimate business concern, and using your EIN consistently is a widely accepted way to handle this situation. Just make sure whatever approach you choose (EIN or SSN), you stick with it consistently across all your business forms and tax filings.

I just went through this exact same process with my new LLC! The confusion is totally understandable - I spent hours reading IRS publications and getting more confused by the minute. Here's what I ended up learning: while the IRS guidance technically says to use your SSN for a single-member LLC that's disregarded, the practical reality is that most LLC owners use their EIN for privacy protection. The IRS already has the connection between your EIN and SSN from when you filed Form SS-4 to get your EIN in the first place. I decided to go with using my EIN consistently on all W9 forms. My reasoning was that I specifically got the EIN to avoid putting my SSN on business documents, and that seems like a legitimate business purpose. Plus, based on all the responses here, it's clear this is common practice without causing issues. The most important thing seems to be consistency - whatever number you use on W9s, make sure you use the same approach across all your business dealings and include your EIN properly on Schedule C when you file taxes. This creates the official link the IRS needs. I've submitted three W9 forms with my EIN so far and haven't had any pushback from clients. It's been a relief to keep my SSN private while still handling my tax obligations properly.

I'm also with Navy Federal and filed around the same time as you! The waiting is definitely nerve-wracking. From my experience and what I've seen from other Navy Fed members here, I'd recommend checking your IRS transcript online at irs.gov/individuals/get-transcript rather than just relying on WMR. Look for transaction code 846 - that will show your actual direct deposit date even when WMR is still stuck on "processing." Navy Fed typically posts IRS refunds right at midnight EST on the scheduled date, and they're pretty good about showing pending deposits 1-2 days ahead of time. The WMR tool has been notoriously unreliable this tax season, but the transcript data is usually spot-on. Also, if you're expecting a larger refund (over $3-4K), consider giving Navy Fed a quick heads-up call about the incoming Treasury deposit to avoid any potential fraud alerts. Hang in there - once the IRS releases your refund, Navy Fed handles their end really well!

Navy Federal member here! I'm in the same exact situation - filed about 2 weeks ago and WMR has been showing "still processing" the entire time. It's so frustrating when you need that money! From my experience and what I've learned from other members here, definitely check your IRS transcript online at irs.gov/individuals/get-transcript instead of relying on WMR. Look for transaction code 846 which will show your actual direct deposit date even when WMR hasn't updated. Navy Fed is usually really reliable about posting IRS refunds right at midnight EST on the scheduled date, and they often show pending deposits 24-48 hours beforehand. The WMR tool has been super unreliable this tax season, but the transcript is much more accurate. Hang in there - once the IRS actually releases your refund, Navy Fed typically handles their end smoothly and on time!

I just called FreeTaxUSA support about this exact issue. They told me there's a way to handle multiple localities even though the interface makes it seem impossible. After you enter your W-2 with the first locality, save it and go back to your W-2 list. Then click on "Edit" for that W-2, and you should see an option at the bottom for "Add another local tax withholding." It's super easy to miss, but it's there!

Great to see this got resolved! For anyone else dealing with similar multi-city tax situations, I'd also recommend double-checking your final tax calculations before submitting. Even when you enter multiple localities correctly in FreeTaxUSA, sometimes the software doesn't automatically apply available credits for taxes paid to multiple jurisdictions. I learned this the hard way last year - I was entitled to a credit for paying duplicate local taxes but had to manually add it in the "Other Credits" section. Your city tax departments (if you can reach them) or a local tax preparer can help verify if you qualify for any credits to avoid overpaying. The multiple locality feature in FreeTaxUSA works well once you find it, but it's definitely one of those hidden features that should be more prominent in the interface!