State tax filing

Tom:

 

Thanks for the help.

 

I haven't filed any 2020 tax returns yet.  I have extensions on the Federal and two states (VA & NC).  All taxes have been paid, I just need to get the returns completed and mailed.

 

I'm getting the same support info from you and one other in community.

The other response I received from  TbTx , was to use two mock Federal returns prepared as MFS, then use those to prepare two MFS separate returns for the VA state return.

 

My dilemma:  when I finish my Joint (MFJ) federal return, TBTx will not allow me to access the VA state return.  It says, I must file a federal separate (MFS) return.  TBTX seems to be ignorant of the VA  Filing Status 4.

Am I misunderstanding the TbTx program or do I need to create at least one mock Federal returns (MFS) to access the VA return where I will be able to complete the state return filing status 4.

 

I'm not sure of the mechanics within the TbTx process.