How to Correct HSA Over Contribution on TurboTax?

If you have contributed more than the allowed limit to your HSA (Health Savings Account) and need to correct it on TurboTax, there are steps you can take to rectify the situation. Here's a helpful guide on how to correct HSA over contributions:

1. Assess the Over Contribution: Verify the excess amount contributed to your HSA and determine the exact excess amount that needs to be corrected.

2. Withdraw Excess Contributions: Withdraw the excess contributions along with any earnings on those contributions before the tax deadline.

3. File an Excess Contribution Removal: Fill out an Excess Contribution Removal form from your HSA provider to document the withdrawal of excess contributions.

4. Update TurboTax: Log in to your TurboTax account and navigate to the section where you input HSA contributions. Enter the corrected contribution amount after removing the excess contributions.

5. Review and Submit: Double-check all the information entered in TurboTax, including the corrected HSA contribution amount, before submitting your tax return.

By following these steps, you can successfully correct an HSA over contribution on TurboTax and ensure compliance with IRS regulations.

If you realize you've contributed more than the annual limit to your HSA (Health Savings Account), don't panic. Start by
assessing the over contribution. It’s essential to verify how much you’ve exceeded the limit to ensure smooth corrections.