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posted Jun 4, 2019 11:32:37 PM

How do I file my 2012 tax return

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Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 11:32:40 PM

TurboTax no longer provides software for tax year 2012. You would have to find a local paid preparer who still has the 2012 program on their computer or download the forms from the IRS web site and complete them by hand. Some volunteer sites may still be able to prepare 2012 returns. 

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New Member
Jun 4, 2019 11:32:39 PM

file and amend 2012 tax return

Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 11:32:40 PM

TurboTax no longer provides software for tax year 2012. You would have to find a local paid preparer who still has the 2012 program on their computer or download the forms from the IRS web site and complete them by hand. Some volunteer sites may still be able to prepare 2012 returns. 

Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 11:32:43 PM

To file a return for a prior tax year

Only a 2016 return can be prepared online and e-filed. 

 If you need to prepare a return for 2013, 2014 or 2015 you can purchase and download desktop software to do it, then print, sign,  and mail the return(s)

https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/

  (if you want to prepare on paper for free:  )

You can download the Forms and Instructions from the IRS web site:

https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs

Remember to prepare your state return as well—if you live in a state that has a state income tax.