DaveF1006
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Retirement tax questions

Here is the best method for entering your 1099R and get past the pick institution part.

  1. Log into turbo tax 
  2. Go to federal>income and expenses
  3. Retirement plans and Social Security>show more 
  4. Ira (401K), pension plan Withdrawals(1099R) Start
  5. When it asks Let's import your tax info indicate that you wish to change how you enter the form.
  6. Next question asks How do you want to add your 1099‑R? you can indicate that you will type it in yourself.
  7. Then it asks Who gave you a 1099-R? Here you would mention it's from a financial institution.
  8. Next screen will allow you to enter the 1099-R exactly the way it is listed on the form.
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