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@user17727136525 wrote: Hoping this is quickly resolved and all 3 1099s from Acorns (INT, DIV, B) are ready for import ASAP!  Are you using a desktop version of TurboTax?   There is a (very) recent update and Acorns now appears in the import list.

The “senior deduction” is added automatically by the software based on the date of birth and filing status you entered into MY INFO.  You do not need to take any extra steps to enter it. (And…the new senior deduction has nothing to do with whether you are getting Social Security)   The deduction is not on the same line as your standard deduction.  It is shown separately.on line 13b.     2025 STANDARD DEDUCTION AMOUNTS SINGLE $15,750  (65 or older/legally blind + $2000) MARRIED FILING SEPARATELY $15,750  (65 or older/legally blind +1600) MARRIED FILING JOINTLY $31,500  (65 or older/legally blind + $1600) HEAD OF HOUSEHOLD $23,625 (65 or older/legally blind + $2000)     For 2025 through 2028 there is an extra  deduction amount of up to $6000 per individual 65 or older filing Single, MFJ, or HOH which is phased out for taxpayers with modified adjusted gross income over $75,000 for single filers and $150,000 for joint filers.   (The deduction phases out completely at $175.000 Single or HOH, or $250,000 joint)   The $6,000 senior deduction will be calculated on 1040 Schedule 1-A page 2 Part V Enhanced Deduction for Seniors which goes to 1040 line 13b. It is separate and in addition to the Standard Deduction or your Itemized Deductions on 1040 line 12e.  Turbo Tax automatically includes it. IRS Schedule 1-A https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-dft/f1040s1a--dft.pdf   Need to see it? https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/tax-return/preview-turbotax-online-return-filing/L77WCkvnu_US_en_US?uid=m681fkhr   If you are not getting the senior deduction it is because Your date of birth in MY INFO shows that you were not 65 by the end of 2025 Your income is too high You are filing married filing separately  

No one at TurboTax knows why you are are being required to verify your identity.   The IRS does not provide any information to TT after you file your tax return.   https://www.irs.gov/individuals/understanding-your-letter-4883c   I HAVE TO VERIFY MY IDENTITY     Sometimes the IRS chooses returns randomly to request verification of identity and sometimes there is something on the return that triggers the request.  No matter why the IRS has required you to verify your identity, you need to follow their instructions in order to receive your refund.  If you do not verify your identity you will not get your refund.   https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/security/tips-for-handling-identity-verification-requests-from-the-irs/L55RhaS2B   https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/identity-verification-for-irs-letter-recipients  

Can you please clarify. Are you trying to track your amended refund through the IRS website? If so, the link to track your amended refund is shown below: Check your amended return The information you need to provide is your Social Security number, date of birth, and ZIP code.   An amended return could take between 16 to 20 weeks approximately, assuming not other information is needed. ***When you log in to your TurboTax account, you will see the refund you are expecting, already update.  

Since you’ve already completed the IRS identity verification, the delay is typically due to additional review. You can call the IRS directly at 800-829-1040 to ask about the status, or check for updates on Where’s My Refund. 

Thanks, the approach you detailed keeps the ACA premiums from being deducted.  I can then enter the desired partial ACA premium deduction as a self-employed health insurance expense. I didn't receive any ACA tax credit so I think this is clean for us!

If your state and Federal tax refunds were offset due to child support related debt, you should receive a notice from the Bureau of Fiscal Service in the mail that will explain the offset of your refunds.  This letter will also supply details about how to contest the seizure of your refunds.   This Bureau of Fiscal Services link has information about back child support and it also has links on how to contact your state agency on this matter.   If we can be of further assistance to you, please provide as much detailed information (no personal information though) as possible - this will help us to better help you.

LIVE ASSISTED https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/online/live/how-it-works.htm     FULL SERVICE https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/online/live/full-service/     Or….Post clearly worded, very specific complete questions here in the user forum.  We cannot see your screen or your tax return.    

You can preview Form 1040 but with online you do not have direct access to forms.  Forms mode is a feature of only desktop software.   Your entries can only be made via the interview screens.   PREVIEW 1040 https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/tax-return/preview-turbotax-online-return-filing/L77WCkvnu_US_en_US?uid=m681fkhr   To enter estimated tax paid in 2025  Go to Federal>Deductions and Credits>Estimates and Other Taxes Paid>Estimates  

As long as you haven't submitted payment, deducted the TurboTax fee from your refund, or registered, you can erase your return and start from scratch in TurboTax Online. Sign in and select a topic to continue your return. On the next screen, from the left-side menu, select Tax Tools, and then Clear & Start Over (select the menu icon in the upper-left corner if you don't see this menu). Answer Yes in the pop-up to confirm.

We're currently working on an update to form 5695. A potential calculation error has been identified on the federal return related to the Form 5695, Energy Efficient Home Improvement section, specifically the Enabling Property group.   This return can't be filed at this time due to a processing error. The fix is scheduled for March 6, 2026.