For those with multiple jobs or that have a spouse that works, you'll need to complete Step 2. Otherwise, you can use Step 3, claiming dependents, and Step 4, other adjustments, to make changes to your withholding. These options allow you to reduce the tax withheld through claimi...
If you are unmarried with dependents, you can claim an allowance for head of household on line E of your W-4. Then check “single” as your filing status on line 3 of the allowance certificate. At tax time, you can file as head of household. Do not claim any allowances if you meet...
Key Takeaways Employees fill out a W-4 form to let employers know how much tax to withhold from their paycheck based on the employee's marital status, number of exemptions and dependents, etc. Increasing the number of allowances on the form decreases the amount of money withheld from the p...
If applicable, fill out the details in Step 2 to 4, i.e. if you have multiple jobs or if your spouse works, if you have dependents, and if there are any other adjustments. If your tax situation is simple, you only need to complete Step 1 and Step 5, where you sign the form. D...