Desktop download Basic does not include a state program. It will cost you at least an extra $40 to purchase the state download separately if you already bought Basic. If you need to prepare a state return, get Deluxe or higher that includes a state program. Be careful---retailers sell Deluxe both with and without the state download. With desktop software there is an extra fee to e-file the state----before March 1 it is $20 to e-file state; it increases to $25 on March 1. You can avoid the state e-file fee if you print and mail the state.
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