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HSA ACCOUNT REQUEST TO RETURN EXCESS CONTRIBUTIONS Account Holder Instructions To initiate a Request to Return Excess Contributions from your BenefitWallet Health Savings Account (HSA) complete this

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How to fill out return excess contributions?

1. Gather all necessary documents, such as Form 1099-R, Form 1040, and any paperwork provided by your retirement plan administrator.
2. Calculate the amount of excess contributions you made to your retirement account. This can be done by subtracting the maximum allowable contribution limit for the tax year from the total amount you actually contributed.
3. Complete Form 5329, Additional Taxes on Qualified Plans (including IRAs) and Other Tax-Favored Accounts. This form is used to report and pay any penalties or taxes associated with excess contributions.
4. Enter the amount of excess contributions on line 16 of Form 5329.
5. Attach a statement explaining the reason for the excess contributions and the steps you have taken to correct the error.
6. File your tax return, including Form 5329, by the deadline specified by the IRS.
7. Keep copies of all relevant documents and records for your records.

Who needs to return excess contributions?

1. Individuals who have made contributions to their retirement accounts that exceed the allowable limits for the tax year.
2. This can happen if you or your employer made additional contributions outside of the maximum limits set by the IRS.
3. It is important to identify and correct excess contributions in order to avoid penalties and taxes imposed by the IRS.

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What is return excess contributions?

Return excess contributions is the process of returning any financial contributions received in excess of the allowed limit.

Who is required to file return excess contributions?

Individuals or entities who have received contributions in excess of the legal limit are required to file return excess contributions.

How to fill out return excess contributions?

Return excess contributions can be filled out by providing details of the excess contributions received and returning the overage amount.

What is the purpose of return excess contributions?

The purpose of return excess contributions is to ensure compliance with legal limits on financial contributions and to avoid penalties for exceeding such limits.

What information must be reported on return excess contributions?

The information reported on return excess contributions includes details of the excess contributions received, the source of the contributions, and the amount to be returned.