Get 2014 Form W-4 - University Of Massachusetts Dartmouth - Umassd

Completing the 2014 Form W-4 is an essential task for ensuring that your employer withholds the correct federal income tax from your pay. This guide will provide you with a clear and comprehensive approach to filling out the form online, ensuring that you are informed and confident throughout the process.

Follow the steps to complete your W-4 form correctly.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to retrieve the form and open it in your chosen editor.
2. Enter your personal information at the top of the form, including your first name, last name, and social security number. Also provide your home address and select your filing status (Single, Married, or Married but withhold at a higher single rate). Ensure the information is accurate, as errors can lead to incorrect withholding.
3. If your last name does not match the one on your social security card, check the box indicating this. If necessary, contact the Social Security Administration to resolve the discrepancy.
4. Next, calculate the total number of allowances you are claiming and enter this number on line 5 of the form. Refer to the Personal Allowances Worksheet to determine the correct figure based on your situation.
5. If you wish to have an additional amount withheld from each paycheck, specify that amount on line 6. Consider this if you have significant nonwage income or if you prefer a larger tax refund.
6. To claim exemption from withholding, if eligible, check the box on line 7 and write ‘Exempt’. Ensure you meet both requirements for exemption outlined on the form.
7. Sign and date the form on line 8, certifying that the information you provided is accurate. Your form is not valid without your signature.
8. Once completed, separate the top part of the form and submit it to your employer. Keep the remaining part for your records.
9. Review your withholding amounts periodically, especially if your financial situation changes or at the beginning of the new tax year to ensure your withholdings remain accurate.
10. After filling out the form, you may save your changes, download a copy for your records, print the form for physical submission, or share it as needed.

Complete your 2014 Form W-4 online today to ensure accurate tax withholding!