Your W-2 Tax FilingStep-by-Step Guide
Important instructions for Whiteside Manor employees on how to correctly report your W-2 information when filing your 2025 taxes.
Quick Summary
Federal: Report from both W-2s (Vensure + Easeworks) |
State: Only report from the Easeworks W-2
How to File Your Taxes Correctly
Follow these steps carefully to ensure your tax return is accurate.
Find Box 16 — State Wages
Locate Box 16 (State wages, tips, etc.) on your W-2 form. This shows your total state-level earnings.
Find Box 17 — State Income Tax Withheld
Locate Box 17 (State income tax) on your W-2 form. This is the amount of state income tax that was withheld from your pay.
If You Received ONE W-2 from Whiteside Manor
File normally!
No special steps needed. Enter your W-2 information as you normally would.
If You Received TWO W-2s
This is the most important step. Pay close attention:
Do NOT report Box 16 twice
Only enter the state wages from one W-2, not both.
Do NOT report Box 17 twice
Only enter the state income tax withheld from one W-2, not both.
Why?
One of the W-2s already includes the full-year totals for state wages and state tax withheld. Reporting both would double your state numbers and cause errors with your return.
Not Sure Which W-2 Has Full-Year Totals?
If you're unsure which W-2 contains the correct full-year amounts, don't guess. Reach out before filing.
Contact Justin Regan, CPA
Have your tax preparer call Justin, or call him directly before filing.
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Federal Taxes
Report from both W-2s
(Vensure + Easeworks)
State Taxes
Only report from Easeworks W-2
(Do not double-report Boxes 16 & 17)
Already Filed Incorrectly?
If you already filed your taxes and need to refile due to this W-2 issue, Easeworks will reimburse you $100.00 for the refiling fee. Simply email us your name and receipt for the refiling cost.
Email hello@easeworks.com for ReimbursementNeed Help? We're Here For You.
Don't hesitate to reach out before filing. Getting it right the first time saves you time and stress.