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Be sure to open TurboTax on your desktop and update the software if asked so you are starting with the most up to date version. Form 4562 is available in the TurboTax Home and Business for desktop.  See the available forms list in the link below.  Tax Forms Availability Select the Business Tab at the top > Continue > Select  I'll choose what I work on > Edit beside Business Income and Expenses > Update, then scroll to Business Assets > Start or Update Continue to edit any asset necessary > Finish this section of your return before going forward to review

Very disappointing, TTax 2025 desktop release observationally very buggy. Nothing but mindless hassles this year, from prior year import issues, missing forms, bogus "fixed" notifications, etc. TTax folks - a years long customer also likely bailing out of future use. Moving to 'online' version not going to happen - I prefer desktop release for security reasons. If one can't 'trust' basic functionality of a desktop version, why would anyone expect a cloud based solution to be any better (read: can't test the basics in house, don't expect one to then trust security of online product offerings). Trending to more accurate, albeit painful approach. A number 2 pencil and paper 😉

@mmckinney04 wrote: All the items I purchased to donate to Samaritan's Purse Chistmas boxes can not be deducted because I didn't receive a "receipt" or acknowledgement from SP that I donated?  I just turned the boxes into my church.  Technically correct.  Of course, it would only come up if you were audited, and less than 1% of taxpayers are audited.      You might try asking the church if they would give you a letter acknowledging your gift.  If the treasurer understands the laws about tax deduction, they might be sympathetic.  Or, donate money directly to Samaritan's Purse.   I used to see ads from a local food bank that they could leverage $1 donated into $12 worth of food -- not exactly sure how that works, but it seems like a dollar in cash is more powerful than a $1 can of peas.  I suspected the same might be true here, so I asked ChatGPT, and got what seems like a really useful answer.  (FWIW, I donate money every year.) ----------   Short answer: cash is usually more efficient overall—but gift items can still make sense for this specific charity and program. Here’s how to think about it without guilt either way. Why cash is generally more efficient For most charities: Bulk purchasing power: They can buy items cheaper than individuals. Right item, right place: Cash lets them respond to actual needs (not mismatched toys or unusable items). Lower logistics waste: Fewer shipping, sorting, and storage costs. So dollar-for-dollar, cash almost always stretches further in humanitarian work. Why gift items can make sense for Samaritan’s Purse / Operation Christmas Child This program is a bit of a special case: The shoebox itself is the point—a tangible, personal Christmas gift experience. Many boxes are packed by volunteers; donors enjoy the emotional engagement, which actually increases total giving. The charity often asks for a cash donation alongside the box to cover shipping, customs, and distribution—because those costs are real. In other words: The shoebox program isn’t optimized for pure efficiency; it’s optimized for connection, visibility, and participation. So what’s “best”? If your goal is maximum impact per dollar → give cash (ideally unrestricted, or to their logistics fund). If your goal is participating in the Christmas-box experience and motivating yourself or others to give → pack a box, and include the requested cash donation for shipping. If you want a hybrid approach → skip the physical items, donate cash, and trust them to support the program where it’s needed most.  

It is not clear why you and your spouse are filing separate returns.   "Community property" has nothing to do with whether you derive income from property you own.  It sounds like you need to understand what it does mean.  Here is one article to help---and you could google others.   https://www.investopedia.com/terms/c/communityproperty.asp     If you were legally married at the end of 2025 your filing choices are married filing jointly or married filing separately when you prepare your 2025 return.   Married Filing Jointly is usually better, even if one spouse had little or no income. When you file a joint return, you and your spouse will get the married filing jointly standard deduction of $31,500 (+ $1600 for each spouse 65 or older)  for 2025. You are eligible for more credits including education credits, earned income credit, child and dependent care credit, and a larger income limit to receive the child tax credit.    If you choose to file married filing separately, both spouses have to file the same way—either you both itemize or you both use standard deduction. Your tax rate will be higher than on a joint return.    Some of the disadvantages of filing separately include:    You cannot get earned income credit,  You cannot get education credits or deductions for student loan interest.  You cannot get the childcare credit You have a lower amount of income on which to base the refundable additional child tax credit 85% of your Social Security benefits will be taxable even with no other income  The amount you can contribute to a retirement account will be limited. Capital loss deduction is less than if you file jointly You cannot get the $6000 senior deduction You cannot get the deductions for overtime or tips    If you live in a community property state, you will be required to provide additional information regarding your spouse’s income. ( Community property states:  AZ, CA, ID, LA, NV, NM, TX, WA, WI) and your returns become very complicated.    If  you are using online TurboTax to prepare your returns, you will need to prepare two separate returns and pay twice since with online, you get one return per fee.     https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/marriage/should-you-and-your-spouse-file-taxes-jointly-or-separately/L7gyjnqyM?srsltid=AfmBOopGqCNexowW0pYgvsf7ycIkrx4VjO_63UXv6vSnfu3UEGQiKQTh   https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/income/getting-married-mean-taxes/L2RgmagpE_US_en_US?uid=m69on7t0     https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/taxation/married-filing-separately-community-property/L11CeLUMs_US_en_US?uid=m69ousyh          

The contribution you made in 2025 for 2024 was deductible in 2024 only.  You do not need to enter this amount in TurboTax for the 2025 tax year.    If you inadvertently did not deduct this amount in 2024, you can amend your 2024 1040 by filing a 1040-X.  See more information on filing amended tax returns here.   If you meant that you made a contribution in 2026 for 2025, you will simply add it to any other contributions you made personally (not via payroll withholding) during the year 2025.  Here is how you can enter this:   Click on Federal Taxes, Deduction & Credits Choose "add/edit" or "start" HSA, MSA Contributions If you received any distributions for medical expenses, you'll need to enter information from your 1099-A, otherwise choose that you did not use your Health Savings Account (HSA) to pay for anything in 2025, and continue on. You will see a page titled "Your HSA Summary" which will show any deductions already computed from your W-2   Choose Edit, Check the box for HSA, Continue You'll now see a screen that says "Here's what we have so far" with the information from the 1099-SA, choose "Edit" After the entry screen for the amount distributed, double check the number is accurate, continue and when it asks "Did you spend your HSA money on medical expenses only?" answer "Yes", if accurate.  Choose done and continue until you get to a screen that says "Let's enter your HSA contributions" In the box "Any contributions you personally made (not through your employer)" Here is where you enter the amounts you did NOT contribute through paycheck withholding.   

Sure---file an amended return.  The IRS cares about physical custody.   WAYS TO PROVE TO THE IRS THE CHILD LIVED WITH YOU  https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f14815.pdf   Are you the custodial parent?  Do you have an agreement with the other parent to allow the other parent to claim them--due to divorce or that you live apart and share custody?  Did one of you sign a Form 8332?   If there is a signed 8332 then the custodial parent retains the right to file as Head of Household, get earned income credit and the childcare credit.  The non-custodial parent gets the child tax credit for children under the age of 17.  If the child is 17 or older the non-custodial parent gets the $500 credit for other dependents.   If you and the other parent have a signed agreement, you need to indicate in MY INFO that you have such an agreement.   As far as the IRS is concerned, the custodial parent is the one with whom the child spent the most nights during the tax year--at least 183 nights.     https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/tax-return/amend-change-correct-return-already-filed/L4VjJ9BA2_US_en_US?uid=m76mq6z2       Do not expect quick results from amending. It can take four months or more for the IRS to process an amended return.     You can watch for information here: https://www.irs.gov/filing/wheres-my-amended-return    

If you submitted your return in TurboTax and it was rejected, please review this TurboTax help article. It includes information about the different reject codes. Find your reject code on the list and review the instructions on how to fix your return before resubmitting it.    The IRS will begin accepting e-filed 2025 returns on January 26, 2026, two days from now.