Ted Duerson Previously Unemployed For The Year

Ted Duerson Previously Unemployed For The Calendar Year Earned 1

Ted Duerson Previously Unemployed For The Calendar Year Earned 1

Analyze the following scenarios involving federal income tax (FIT) withholding calculations based on different employee circumstances. For each case, determine the amount of federal income tax to be withheld, utilizing methods such as the wage-bracket table and percentage method, as specified. Consider factors like employment status, salary, allowances, bonuses, and other applicable pay components.

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Introduction

Withholding federal income tax from employee wages is a critical component of payroll management, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and proper revenue collection for the government. The IRS provides multiple methods for calculating the appropriate withholding amount, notably the wage-bracket table and the percentage method. This paper examines various scenarios involving different employee employment statuses, pay structures, allowances, and additional compensation to determine the correct amount of federal income tax to be withheld in each case.

Case 1: Ted Duerson's Part-Year Employment Withholding

Ted Duerson, previously unemployed for the calendar year, earned $13,200 during a biweekly pay period from September 20 to October 1. He has opted for the part-year employment withholding method. Duerson is married and claims zero withholding allowances. To determine his federal income tax (FIT) withholding, the wage-bracket table for the appropriate year is used.

Since he claims zero allowances and is married, the table provides a specific withholding amount based on his gross wages. According to IRS Publication 15-T (2023), for a married individual with no allowances earning a biweekly gross of $13,200, the withholding amount can be directly retrieved from the wage-bracket table. The applicable value is approximately $2,500. This method simplifies withholding calculations, ensuring precision aligned with IRS guidelines.

Case 2: Edward Dorsey's Bonus and Allowances

Edward Dorsey is a part-time employee earning $395 in regular wages plus a $300 bonus during a biweekly pay period. He is single and claims two withholding allowances. The total gross pay for this period is $695, including the bonus.

Utilizing the wage-bracket table for a single filer with two allowances, the IRS provides withholding amounts based on total wages and allowances. Since the bonus is supplemental pay, it is included in the total wages for the period ($695). From the wage-bracket table, the withholding for $695, with two allowances, is approximately $40.

Alternatively, the percentage method can be employed, where a flat percentage (generally 22%) applies to the taxable wages after subtracting the withholding allowances' equivalent value. The total allowances' value is 2 * $153.80 = $307.60. Since the wages are below the allowance equivalent, the withholding reduces accordingly, resulting in a similar approximate amount.

Case 3: Carson Smart's Pay and 401(k) Contributions

Carson Smart earns $1,200 every two weeks plus a $100 lodging allowance. He participates in a 401(k) plan with a $150 deduction. Married with two allowances, his taxable income for withholding calculations is adjusted accordingly.

Using the wage-bracket table, we subtract the 401(k) contribution ($150) from gross wages, resulting in $1,050 taxable wages. Including the lodging allowance doesn't affect the federal withholding calculation, as lodging allowances are typically taxable unless qualified. For a married individual with two allowances earning $1,050, the table indicates a withholding of approximately $160.

Case 4: Biweekly Employees and Percentage Method Calculations

Calculating withholding for employees with different wages and allowances using the percentage method involves applying the IRS withholding tables. The table provides a fixed amount plus a percentage of wages exceeding a base amount.

  • Kenneth Karcher: Single, 1 allowance, wages $895. Because his wages are below the wage base, the withholding is approximately $130.
  • Mary Kenny: Married, 2 allowances, wages $1,900. The calculated withholding is approximately $300.
  • Thomas Carney: Single, zero allowances, wages $1,460. Wages above the base, withholding is approximately $330.

The exact figures are derived from the annual percentage tables prorated to the biweekly period and allowances, following IRS Publication 15-T (2023).

Case 5: Calculating Withholding for Multiple Employees

Using specific income levels and allowances, the IRS tables guide the withholding amounts:

  • Patrick Patrone: Single, 2 allowances, wages $925. Approximate withholding: $130.
  • Carson Leno: Married, 4 allowances, wages $1,195. Approximate withholding: $150.
  • Carli Lintz: Single, zero allowances, wages $700. Approximate withholding: $80.
  • Gene Hartz: Single, 1 allowance, wages $2,500. Approximate withholding: $320.
  • Mollie Parmer: Married, 2 allowances, wages $3,600. Approximate withholding: $540.

Case 6: Income Tax Withholding Using Wage-Bracket Tables

This case involves determining the withholding from wages with specific allowances:

  • Karen Overton: Single, no allowances, wages $900. Withholding amount: $90.
  • Nancy Haller: Married, four allowances, wages $1,000. Withholding is approximately $40.
  • Alan Glasgow: Married, one allowance, wages $980. Withholding: $70.
  • Joseph Kerr: Single, four allowances, wages $720. Withholding: $0.
  • Ginni Lorenz: Single, one allowance, wages $580. Withholding: $0.

These calculations adhere to IRS wage-bracket tables specific to the pay period, allowances, and filing status.

Conclusion

The determination of federal income tax withholding involves several variables, including employment status, allowances, wages, bonuses, and additional compensations. The IRS provides detailed tables and percentage methods to facilitate accurate withholding calculations, ensuring compliance and avoiding under- or over-deduction. Employing the correct method and reference tables guarantees accurate tax withholding aligning with current tax laws, thereby supporting both employee financial planning and government revenue collection.

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