Qualified Overtime on Your W-2: What to Confirm With Payroll Before January
Steve PerryPublished on: 11/11/2026
The 2026 overtime deduction depends on W-2 code TT. Steve Perry, EA explains what business owners should confirm with payroll before January to avoid corrected forms and IRS notices.
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