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Check you spam or junk folder, also wait at least 5 minutes for the email to arrive.   You should also verify that your email is correct.      What if I'm having trouble with my filing verification code?

@MarilynG1 :  It doesn’t work. The issue seems to be that the system allows correct filling of form 8960 with itemized deductions but not standard deductions  token number [removed]-66171869   thanks, Junosmom. (Don know why my response shows as jb183- that should lead you to the correct token)

You can get to the place to change this question in the self-employment section of TurboTax.  If you are in Desktop, you can go right to the actual document by choosing "Forms" in the top right of your screen.  If you are using TurboTax Online, you can go back to the interview.   Schedule C (Form 1040) Line 32 addresses whether your investment in a business is "at risk" when reporting a loss, which determines if you can deduct the full loss. Go to the self-employed section, and review the info about the business.  Under Uncommon situations at the bottom of the screen that shows your Expenses and Income.  In the interview, you'll be asked How much of your investment in this activity is at risk? Here, you can change your answer.

No, you did not miss anything.  All you have to do is enter your birthday(s).   If you are over 65, the deduction is automatic.   What's the new tax law for the senior deduction?   You must meet the following requirements: Age:  You must be 65 or older by December 31 of the tax year. Filing status:  Single, Head of Household, Qualifying Surviving Spouse, or Married Filing Jointly. (Married Filing Separately is not eligible.) Social Security number:  You must have a valid Social Security number and include it on your tax return.   Individual:  Get up to $6,000 for each qualifying individual. The deduction begins to phase out when your income reaches $75,000. If your income is $175,000 or higher, you won’t qualify. Married Filing Jointly: Get up to $12,000 if both spouses are age 65 or older. The deduction begins to phase out when your income reaches $150,000. If your income is $250,000 or higher, you won’t qualify.   You can look at Form 1040 >> line 12e is your regular standard deduction and line 13b is the enhanced deduction (extra 6k).   You can see the details of the enhanced deduction on Schedule 1A - Part V.

You should not amend your return to change your address, you can complete a Form 8822 to change your address with the IRS.  If you need to amend your return for other reasons, you should wait until your original return gets processed.     How do I change my address with the IRS? How to File an Amended Tax Return with the IRS