<prompt> Human: thats my main question but let me explain... I am an IT Recruiter and every month I get a standard paycheck in the middle of the month and then my commission check always varies which is my standard amount commissions.sometimes I get a pretty large commission check if a big bonus has gone through and my check literally gets cut in half from taxes, it is crushing. yes, I know taxes suck for everyone but I was curious if it makes financial sense to split the bonus and ask for it in addition to my next months paycheck. I have heard people doing that in my company but coworkers are telling me it really does not increase the money you will receive.any tips or suggestions would be appreciated.  <response>: Split checks within a year wont make any difference to your taxes. They might make some difference to your with holdings, but it will all come out the same when you file your tax return in April.A really big check if it was split between two tax years, might make a difference to total taxes.Good luck. 