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Treasury Tipped Occupation Codes: Understanding Box 14b on 2026 Form W-2

Form W-2 now includes Box 14b for reporting Treasury Tipped Occupation Codes. Learn when employers must report these codes and why they matter for tipped employees.

Posted byCharles Hardy
September 21, 2026
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Posted inin IRS Updates
W-2 Forms

What’s New on the 2026 Form W-2? Codes, Deadlines, and Filing Rules

Form W-2 gets its biggest overhaul in years for tax year 2026. New Box 12 codes, a split Box 14, and a February 1, 2027 deadline mean payroll teams have new boxes to fill and new rules to follow.

Posted byMichael Long
August 19, 2026
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Posted inin Payroll
W-2 Forms

W-2 Box 12 Code TT vs. Box 14: What Changed for Qualified Overtime Reporting?

Beginning with 2026 W-2s, qualified overtime compensation under the OBBBA moves from optional Box 14 reporting to standardized Box 12, Code TT; here's what employers need to know before year-end filing.

Posted byAnna Bowie
August 11, 2026
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How to Handle Payroll Taxes for Caregivers and Domestic Workers

Hiring a caregiver, housekeeper, or other domestic worker makes you a household employer—learn how to understand your payroll responsibilities and stay compliant with IRS requirements.

Posted byVianna Thomas
June 9, 2026
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Posted inin Form 1099 Series
W-2 Forms

Why Filing Your 1099/W-2 Forms Early is Better Than Waiting Until Deadline Day

If you’ve ever had a project that you’ve pushed off until the very last minute, you probably know the stress that comes with scrambling to meet a deadline. The anxiety,...

Posted byCharles Hardy
January 31, 2026
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W-2 Forms

The IRS Releases Draft Version of Form W-2 for 2026: Key Updates Under the OBBBA

The IRS has released the draft version of Form W-2 for tax year 2026 (filed in 2027). While draft forms are not final, they offer valuable insight into upcoming compliance...