Private Event Planners
Definition
Coordinate activities of staff or clients to make arrangements for private events.
W-2 Filing Instructions
Enter "502" in Box 14b (TTOC). Report qualified tips in Box 12 using Code TP.
Also Known As
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Common Examples
Wedding planner, party planner
No Tax on Tips eligibility
Private Event Planners are on the Treasury's tipped-occupation list, so tips earned in this role can qualify for the No Tax on Tips federal deduction — up to $25,000 per year in qualified tips for tax years 2025–2028 (income limits apply; FICA taxes still apply to tips).
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FAQ: TTOC code 502
What is TTOC code 502?
TTOC code 502 is the Treasury Tipped Occupation Code for private event planners. Coordinate activities of staff or clients to make arrangements for private events.
Where does TTOC code 502 go on the W-2?
Enter "502" in Box 14b (TTOC). Report qualified tips in Box 12 using Code TP.
Do private event planners qualify for the No Tax on Tips deduction?
Yes — private event planners (TTOC 502) are on the Treasury's tipped-occupation list, which defines the occupations eligible for the No Tax on Tips deduction of up to $25,000 per year in qualified tips (2025–2028, income limits apply). FICA taxes still apply to tips.
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