Guides

These guides explain how to interpret the calculator’s estimate and where to verify details using official resources. They avoid state tax-rate claims and focus on what to check and where.

Pillar guides

• How the overtime deduction estimate is calculated — what the model assumes, what it does not cover, and why caps/phase-outs matter.
• Withholding vs. your tax return — how W‑4 choices can change your paycheck even if your final tax outcome differs.
• State conformity explained — why some states may (or may not) follow federal changes and what to look up.
• Common mistakes when estimating overtime — typical pitfalls and quick checks.

State-type overviews

• No state income tax states (wages)
• High / progressive state income tax (general note)
• State income tax conformity (general note)

For primary sources and update notes, see Sources and Methodology → Sources & updates.