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Someone else claimed my dependent and my return was rejected If someone else claimed your dependent already, then your e-filed return will be rejected.  Print, sign and mail your own return which claims your dependent.  Mailed returns are processed differently by the IRS.  It will take some time (maybe even up to a year) but eventually the IRS will contact both parties and sort out who could rightfully claim the dependent.  The person who wrongfully claimed the dependent will face repayment of refund $, plus penalties.   When you mail a tax return, you need to attach any documents showing tax withheld, such as your W-2’s or any 1099’s.  Use a mailing service that will track it, such as UPS or certified mail so you will know the IRS/state received the return.   https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/taxation/somebody-already-claimed-dependent/L6vt9aDBv_US_en_US?uid=m68dbfw6     Or   GET IP pin in order to e-file if your dependent’s SSN was claimed on another return   https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-takes-steps-to-help-prevent-refund-delays-by-accepting-duplicate-dependent-returns-with-an-ip-pin-for-2025-filing-season-taxpayers-encouraged-to-sign-up-soon-for-ip-pin-online-account     https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/get-an-identity-protection-pin  

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

Things do not work that way.  No one can call you from the user forum, but you just posted your number where it can be seen by scammers who would love to call you.   This is a public web site that can be seen by anyone—including scammers and would-be identity thieves who would love to contact you and pretend to be from TurboTax.  Please remove the personal information you posted here ASAP by returning to your post and clicking the three little blue dots on the upper right to edit your post.   Phone support is not provided with the Free Edition.  If you are using a paid version of the software or if you purchased PLUS you can get phone support when customer support is there.  Otherwise, post your question here and someone will try to help.   To call TurboTax customer support https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/account-management/contact-turbotax/L2y9ZKpQB_US_en_US?uid=m5s9l2vh  

You need your 2024 AGI to efile 2025. The AGI is on 2024 1040 or 1040SR line 11. If you filed a Joint return you use the same AGI for each spouse. How to find the AGI. https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/agi/help/how-do-i-find-last-year-s-agi/01/25947 If you didn't file 2024 or filed it later in the year or mailed it, then try entering 0 for the AGI. If that doesn't work you will have to print and mail your return. Or request a transcript from the IRS https://www.irs.gov/individuals/get-transcript

If importing this information caused an error in reporting your Interest and Dividends, the best way to fix it is to manually is to either delete and re-enter them or Edit them manually.   To get to your screens to Edit or Re-enter your Forms 1099-INT and 1099-DIV, you can:   Click on "Search" at the upper right of your screen. Enter "1099-DIV" in the search box (or 1099-INT) Select "Jump to 1099-DIV" (or 1099-INT) If you want to edit your forms, click on Review or the pencil icon next to your form. Make the edits to the appropriate fields. To delete your Forms 1099-DIV and 1099-INT, you can follow the steps listed below. This will work better if there may be any additional import errors on your forms.   To delete a Form 1099-INT/DIV For TurboTax Desktop: Open/continue your return Click on "Search"  And in the search bar type"1099-INT/DIV" Select "Jump to 1099-INT/DIV" It'll take you to a screen that shows your Form(s) 1099-INT that you have entered. Next to the Form 1099-INT/DIV you want to delete, click on the (down-Facing) caret Click on the "garbage can" to delete this form To delete a Form 1099-INT/DIV for TurboTax Online: Open/continue your return Click on magnifying glass for Search in the top right of your screen And in the search bar type"1099-INT/DIV" Select "Jump to 1099-INT/DIV" It will take you to a screen that shows your Form(s) 1099-INT that you have entered. Next to the Form 1099-INT/DIV you want to delete, click on the (down-Facing) caret Click on the "garbage can" to delete this form You can enter your forms 1099-INT/DIV manually using the instructions below: Open your return In the search Bar enter Form 1099-INT/DIV Select "Jump to 1099-INT/DIV" It will ask, "Did you have investment income in 2024?" Select "Yes" Select "Continue" Select "Skip Import" You will Select your investment type which is "Interest" You will "Continue" Then you will see the screen "Let's get the info from your 1099-INT/DIV" You will type in the information from your Form 1099-INT/DIV on that page. Answer the follow-up questions. You will be able to select "Add Investments" to add additional Form(s) 1099-INT/DIV.   Click here for forms,   Click here for "How to Delete Forms in TurboTax Desktop.   Click here for information on entering a Form 1099-INT. Click here for Where do I enter my 1099-DIV in TurboTax Online? Please return to Community if you have any additional information or questions and we would be happy to help.    

Then you have to ask the employer for a W2 or another copy.   Or find out why there’s no W2.   Maybe it’s posted on the employer website to download a copy.   Did they take any Social Security and Medicare taxes out of their pay?  

You don't need to go back and amend prior year returns as long as the loss carryovers are not affected, as they would not likely be. If it was a single-member LLC wherein you reported the income and expenses on your personal tax return schedule E, you can just eliminate the LLC federal ID number on the Schedule E and continue reporting things as you were. If you filed a partnership return you need to mark the last return "final" and enter the rental assets on your Schedule E rental. To do that, indicate that the rental started on the start date listed on the Form 1065 and enter the assets using their dates put into service.