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February 28, 2025
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Dependent Care FSA being shown as income for Husband and being added to my AGI

  • February 28, 2025
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Hi, 

 

My employer put my dependent care FSA contributions in box 10 on my W2. When I go to complete my return, it is showing that this amount is income for my husband and it appears a portion is being added to my AGI. What am I doing wrong? Why the Turbo Tax system do this?

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    February 28, 2025

    this happens because you entered your W-2 first.  you must complete the dependent worksheet and form 2441.

    you'll find it under deduction and credits > you and your family.> child and dependent care credit. 

    almost forgot did you indicate the w-2 was for you. it depends who's listed first at the top of the 1040. the second one listed is the spouse.