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Deductions & credits
So the problem is that you needed to fill out form 5405 on your 2014 tax return when you foreclosed. That would either require immediate repayment in full of the remaining credit, or no repayment, depending on the circumstances. Either way, you are relieved of all future responsibility. Turbotax in 2015 and 2016 allowed you to make a payment, but for 2017 the program is more careful to ask when you moved out. Since you moved out in 2014, you don't owe a payment for 2017.
You need to go back to your 2014 return and file an amended return that includes form 5405. In the first time home buyer section, you will indicate that you sold or moved out. Answer questions about the circumstances. The form will calculate whether you owe repayment of the credit or if the credit is forgiven.
Then for 2015 and 2016 you can file amended returns to get a refund of the $500 payment you didn't need to make.
For 2017, you don't owe a payment, but you can't e-file without it because the IRS still has you on record owing a payment. So print and mail your return (without form 5405 and without a repayment).