Question on tax returns, multiple states (taxes, credit, income, Connecticut)

[cats234]

I worked in two different states for the same company (Delaware as an intern, Connecticut full time) in 2012. I also lived in New Jersey while working in Delaware, and Connecticut now. I only need two W-2 forms, right? (for DE and CT)

[J24]

If it was for the same company, it most likely would be on the same W2. Mine was, anyway. I was in the same situation. Same company, two states last year. If it wasn't all on the same W2, then yes, it would be 2.

[Thepreacherswife]

But you may need three income tax forms, since New Jersey may want to tax you on all your income while you were living there, even if you worked in another state. Sounds like you're gonna need some professional help on this.

[oldsoldier1976]

Except for this.

Originally Posted by suzy_q2010

Some states tax income earned in the state even if you do not live there. OP files in NJ as a resident and DE as a non-resident. NJ gives him credit for tax paid in DE.

Delaware


"NON-RESIDENT WORKING IN DELAWARE
Q. I am looking at a new job in Delaware. I live in New Jersey. Someone told me if I take a job in Delaware, I can claim the extra taxes that will be withheld by Delaware. Is this true? Can I have the Delaware employer just withhold New Jersey state tax?
A. As a resident of New Jersey who works in Delaware, you would be required to file a non-resident return with Delaware (Form 200-02). You would be allowed a credit on your New Jersey return for taxes imposed by Delaware. Your employer would be required to withhold Delaware taxes as long as you work in Delaware."

You might need to file in NJ DE and CT. You should see a tax pro especially if it is a lot of money.