January 31st was the deadline for employers to send employees their W2 for filing taxes. But what happens if you didn't get yours? First, don't panic! The IRS has guidelines on how to handle this situation: (https://www.irs.gov/filing/if-you-dont-get-a-w-2-or-your-w-2-is-wrong). Start by contacting your employer, in writing, to request your legally required W2. If you don't receive it by mid February, contact the IRS (https://www.irs.gov/help/contact-your-local-irs-office), w

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