I am using standard deduction for federal return, but would like to use itemized deduction for state return. Does not appear to process and at the end during review it shows standard deduction amount still (standard is 10,180 for state; my itemized deductions are more than that. So, not sure what is happening). Am I missing a step after I click yes and then click done on the next screen? Do I need to click itemized deductions option for federal for it to work? I've tried that and didn't have much success either though. Would appreciate some step-by-step instructions.. I've went through the process multiple times trying so feeling a bit frazzled at this point. 🙂 Thank you.
Did you already file your returns because there is an option in your montana return that asks if you wish to itemize your deductions. To claim;
If you have already filed and need to amend.
After going through the preliminary information and you are back into your return, perform steps 1 &2. After everything is done, you will need to print and mail your Montana amended return. Do not attempt to efile your federal return nor print and mail the amendment even though itemized deductions were reported in the return.