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PA Personal Income Tax Guide

The Pennsylvania Personal Income Tax (PIT) Guide is for informational purposes only, and while it's the department's intention to maintain the guidance herein as accurately as possible, this publication is not binding on the department if the guidance is outdated or contradicts statutory, regulatory or case law, or binding letter rulings.

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    • Gross Compensation
    • Interest
    • Dividends
    • Net Income (Loss) from the Operation of a Business, Profession or Farm
    • Net Gains (Losses) from the Sale, Exchange, or Disposition of Property
    • Net Income (Loss) from Rents, Royalties, Copyrights and Patents
    • Estates, Trusts and Decedents
    • Gambling and Lottery Winnings
    • Pass Through Entities
    • Deductions and Credits
    • Income Subject to Tax Withholding; Estimated Payments; Penalties, Interest and Other Additions
    • Tax Forgiveness
    • Natural Resources
    • Cancellation of Debt and Bankruptcy Considerations

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