Where to include additional HSA contributions on 2017 tax form?

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Reporting additional 2017 HSA contributions

If you made additional contributions to your Health Savings Account (HSA) in 2017, you will need to report these on your tax form. The IRS provides specific guidelines on where to include these contributions on your tax return.

When filling out your 2017 tax form, be sure to include the additional HSA contributions in the appropriate section. Here's where to look:

• Include any additional HSA contributions you made outside of your employer's payroll deductions on Form 8889 .
• Enter the total amount of additional contributions on Line 9 of Form 8889.
• Make sure to also report any employer contributions to your HSA on Line 9 .
• The total amount of HSA contributions, including both employee and employer contributions, should be reported on your Form 1040 on Line 25 .

Avoid penalties by accurate IRS reporting

By following these guidelines and accurately reporting your HSA contributions on your tax form, you can ensure that you are in compliance with IRS regulations.

If you made additional contributions to your Health Savings Account (HSA) in 2017, it's crucial to report these accurately on your tax form to avoid any penalties. The IRS has established clear instructions on the reporting process to help you.

While filling out your 2017 tax return, consider the following steps:

• Any additional contributions you made beyond what was deducted from your employer's paycheck must be reported on Form 8889 .
• Make sure to list the total amount of these contributions on Line 9 of Form 8889 for accurate reporting.
• Also, remember to include any contributions made by your employer to your HSA on Line 9 as well.
• Finally, aggregate all HSA contributions, both made by you and your employer, and report this total on Form 1040 under Line 25 .