W4 for new job federal form
Hi there, I started a new job and I received almost a full check and I noticed no federal taxes were taken out. I file the same way as I always have, married/filing jointly, 1 dependent at the $2000 and submit. My last position took taxes out and this job has not. My state taxes for California such as SDI, and Medicare were taken out. I’m a little confused because I’ve never had 0 on the federal portion. I claim one allowance for California as well but I know that doesn’t affect the federal.
Quick Answer:
It's unusual to have no federal income tax withheld. Several factors could cause this:
* **Incorrect W-4:** Your new employer may have incorrectly processed your W-4 form. Double-check that the allowances and other information are accurate. An incorrect W-4 may result in too little or too much being withheld.
* **Low Income:** If your income is very low, your tax liability might be zero.
* **New Tax Laws:** While unlikely to cause a complete absence of withholding, recent tax law changes could affect your withholding.
Review your W-4 with your employer's payroll department. If the issue persists after correction, consult a tax professional or the IRS for further guidance. I cannot provide specific tax advice without reviewing your complete tax situation.
Note: This answer is provided for convenience only. It is important that you speak to a CPA about your individual tax situation.
