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Understanding W-2 Forms and WebBank's Online Banking Services

Employers Must Send W-2 Forms by January 31; WebBank Offers Higher Interest Rates but Lacks Checking Account

  • Employers are required to send W-2 forms by January 31, either electronically or by mail. The form provides information about income earned from the employer and the types and amounts of taxes withheld from the paycheck.
  • The W-2 form is pivotal in determining whether an individual filer is eligible for certain tax credits and deductions and can be helpful for financial planning purposes.
  • If there is an error on the W-2 form, the IRS advises to contact the employer to try to get a corrected W-2 issued. Otherwise, information on the tax return that does not match the W-2 will likely result in an IRS inquiry.
  • WebBank is an online bank with a savings account and CDs. It also partners with brands such as Avant, PayPal, and Yamaha to provide credit cards and loans.
  • WebBank pays a higher interest rate than most brick-and-mortar banks, but other online banks offer better rates. Accessing cash is tricky with WebBank, as it doesn't have a checking account.
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