When you take money from your 401(k) through a withdrawal, rollover or loan default, the IRS requires specific reporting on ...

Retirement is a journey, and managing its financial aspects shouldn't be a maze. Enter Form 1099-R, a key document that often puzzles many at tax time. This guide is not just about decoding a tax form ...

Key reporting forms: Form 1099-R reports most 401(k) distributions, while Form 5498 confirms IRA rollovers; W-2s show contributions. Penalties and exceptions: Withdrawals before age 59½ may face a 10% ...

IRS reporting focus: Form 1099-R remains central for withdrawals, rollovers, and loan defaults, with distribution codes guiding how transactions are taxed. Major 2026 updates: Higher limits, expanded ...

The 2025 tax season will have its quirks, gimmicks and gotchas. But right now anyway, many experts say most people should expect to see a timely tax refund. Fingers crossed. Taxpayers will still need ...

Tax season opens January 26, 2026, which means that tax forms will be arriving in mailboxes and inboxes soon. Here’s when to expect Forms W-2, 1099 and others—and what to do if they don’t show up on ...