@Blackjacobin4 wrote:
@xmasbaby0 -without feedback from the software system on the other end aka IRS. Without the ability to do so would render it impossible for any Tax filling software to update its software modules for new tax codes or updates to tax codes.
All e-file software must follow exact data format rules provided by the IRS called schemas, otherwise the IRS e-file computer could not read what was sent by the software.
Every IRS form has a schema. Anytime there is a form change the IRS must produce a new schema with the change. All tax software companies must program their software using the new schema and then submit it to the IRS for testing and approval before it can be released to the public. That process usually takes about 2-3 months after a tax law change.
**Disclaimer: This post is for discussion purposes only and is NOT tax advice. The author takes no responsibility for the accuracy of any information in this post.**
