and use TT's "free version" - no need to pay for the software in your situation... or check to see if the VITA program or AARP serves your area with tax preparation services (it's free)
You can file with TurboTax Free Edition
if you have a simple tax return.*
*A simple tax return is Form 1040 only OR Form 1040 + Unemployment Income. Situations covered in TurboTax Free Edition include:- W-2 income
- Limited interest and dividend income reported on a 1099-INT or 1099-DIV
- Claiming the standard deduction
- Earned Income Tax Credit (EIC)
- Child tax credits
- Unemployment income reported on a 1099-G
