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An IRS hold with this code can mean a few different things. You will receive a letter in the mail if they need additional information from you to finalize the processing of your return.   In the meantime, don't make any changes to your tax return in TurboTax.  There isn't anything you can do about the issue unless and until you receive a letter from the IRS asking for additional information.

Are you trying to download a W-2 from the employer?  Or something else?  Please clarify.   In TurboTax Online, consider following these steps to import or manually enter an IRS form W-2.   Down the left side of the screen, click on Federal. Down the left side of the screen, click on Wages & Income. Click the down arrow to the right of Wages & Salaries. Click to the right of Wages and Salaries (W-2). Enter the employer ID from your W-2.  Select Continue. If the employer provides a W-2 download, enter the information to download the W-2. At the screen How would you like to add your W-2, you may upload a PDF, JPG or PNG of the W-2 or take a picture of the W-2 with a smartphone. You may also select Type it in myself to enter the form manually. See also this TurboTax Help.   Your tax-exempt Medicaid waiver payments from in-home supportive services (IHSS) may be reported on a W-2.  Follow the instructions outlined here depending upon how your W-2 is prepared.  

Yes, TurboTax calculations are guaranteed 100% accurate and our software is tested to ensure that you get your maximum refund, guaranteed. See this tax tips article for more information. If the user overrides the program's calculations, this could invalidate the guarantee.   @bbjaspan   

Your Federal fiduciary return requires a software update. Please download the latest software update and complete the following:   1) Review your return: Open your return and verify your data. Since the update may impact certain calculations, please ensure everything is accurate. 2) Clear errors: Once reviewed, address any remaining errors in the software.  3) Retransmit: You may now successfully retransmit your return.

In order to qualify for TurboTax Free, specific requirements must be met.  Was your daughter paid as an employee with a W-2 form? If so, as long as she doesn't have any other credits that are not supported under the free edition, she should be able to use that program.   However, if she was paid as an independent contractor and paid on a 1099-NEC form, she would have additional forms (Schedule C and self-employment taxes) that need to be completed as part of her tax return.   Please see what qualifies as a simple tax return for TurboTax Free Edition for details on which returns would qualify.   @LDSmith   

No, you don't need a corrected W-2. Report the amount from your W-2 Box 14, and select "overtime" in the dropdown category.   Later in the interview, you will be asked to confirm that the amount reported is correct. The interview will state your W-2 shows  $XXX  in overtime pay, but you can change it if the qualified overtime pay is different. Check the box I need to change this amount.   Note, only the "half" pay from time-and-a-half (the overtime premium) is deductible.  There is also an income phaseout (this starts at $150,000 for single filers and $300,000 for married filing jointly).   Here is an article you may find helpful: No Tax on Overtime Explained: Qualified Overtime Deduction Rules for 2025   

You can adjust your estimated tax payment forms 1040-ES by following the below instructions for your specific TurboTax platform, and updating your income during the questions asked in Step 3 and 4. You can pre-schedule automatic bank payments using the IRS payment website, only. 1040-ES instructions: Follow these steps to print next year's estimated tax vouchers (Form 1040-ES): Open or continue your return. Navigate to the 1040-ES section: TurboTax Online/Mobile: Go to the 1040-ES screen under Other Tax Situations. TurboTax Desktop: Search for 1040-es and select the Jump to link or, Go to Federal Taxes. Go to Other Tax Situations. Under Other Tax Forms, select Start or Update next to Form W-4 and estimated taxes. Answer No to the question Do you want to change your W-4 withholdings for 2026? Answer any questions until you get to the Print Vouchers? screen. Answer Yes and we'll include your 1040-ES payment vouchers when you print a copy of your return later. FAQ - How do I print estimated tax vouchers? | How do I make estimated tax payments?