DaveF1006
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Retirement tax questions

Yes, you may amend your 2020 return to reclaim the 10% penalty amount. 

  1. Log into Turbo Tax
  2. When you get to your landing page, scroll down to the bottom and select Your tax return and documents
  3. Select 2020 and then select change amend return
  4. When your amendment section happens, you may see an instant refund of your 10% penalty. If not:
  5. Go to federal>income and expenses>IRA, 401(k), Pension Plan Withdrawals (1099-R)>revisit
  6. Edit the 1099-R where you took the COVID distribution from'
  7. As you edit, just make sure you address all the COVID questions correctly so you can reclaim that penalty amount
  8. If you have issue, call tax support at 1-800-446-8848 and they can guide you through the system by looking at your screen. They can also help pinpoint any issues you may in reclaiming your 10% penalty. 
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