How can I open my tax return from 2009? I only have the "TAX2009" file, which is not compatible with my current version of Turbo Tax. How can I open it?

[jeffp25]

I have upgraded my computer many times since 2009 so I no longer have the software installed or the CD. I cleared out paper copies of all returns over 10 years old.

[xmasbaby0]

Unless you have a pdf of the return, you will not be able to open a 2009 return.   There is a service called taxprinter.com that can open and print tax files when you do not have a pdf.  They are not part of TurboTax and we do not know about their fees.

[jeffp25]

Thanks. That company offers the service for $45 and I have no idea how reliable they are (or if I should trust them with something that has our Social Security numbers. I'm hoping there's another solution.

[xmasbaby0]

@jeffp25 If you find a different solution, post here to tell other users.   You would not be able to download or install 2009 software now, and without the software you cannot open a 2009 tax file on your computer.   If there is a moral to the story -- it is to always always always save a copy of your own tax return for your own records, and always save the tax file, a pdf, and even a hard paper copy.