Withholding - Filling Out Form W-4

This handout provides an explanation of what Form W-4 is and how it is used by employers. Guidance on filling out the form is provided.

HIGHLIGHTS: 

  1. Purpose of Form W-4.

  2. How withholding is computed.

  3. Marital status.

  4. Personal allowances.


CLIENTS WHO MAY BENEFIT:

  1. Taxpayers who recently changed jobs.

  2. Taxpayers who do not have enough money withheld to cover tax liability.

  3. Taxpayers who have more than one job.