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I am having the exact same problem, and this is a SERIOUS error. When it happened the first time, I thought the issue was that I started online and imported to Desktop, and maybe something was funky with the import (I've used Desktop the last few years because of multiple tax returns for the whole household but for whatever reason I did a quick start online for mine). I ended up 100% redoing mine -- same issue, at the point where it asks for the Audit Protection (and by the way, will not let you refuse or say "don't ask again"), it "resets to zero" and suddenly finds the same filing status errors, no matter how many times you correct it.   Couldn't fix it or get it to show correctly -- every time I got to the "file federal return" it said zero, so I started a new one and did my husband's tax return, and the exact same thing happened. It has to be a bug in the software version because I've now drafted 3 different returns, had it happen with both "Single" and "Head of Household" filing status. *Edit* to add that "skipping smart review" and trying to go straight to final review or efile DID NOT WORK. Updating 03/04/2026 in case this helps anyone: I think the problem is with the "Smart Check". Today I opened Desktop Deluxe app, checked the status was correct under Personal Info, then went straight to the "File" tab, and was able to efile all returns as long as I didn't stray into the "Review" section. I didn't go back to or check any other sections, knowing that I had input everything yesterday. I downloaded copies before I transmitted and verified the filing status and the return $ were correct.

ah yes One by One isn't great if you have hundreds, the most I've done is about 50; then import becomes useful if you need the detail.   maybe you should revisit the Sales Summary approach using a 1099-INT to get the AMD on Schedule B and that may help solve for the state tax also.  not tried it, again not sure if there's any issues this way.  you will be asked to send the details of the 1099B adjustments but if you are using TT Online it should have the ability to upload the PDF electronically instead of mailing Form 8453, see   https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/form-1099-b/need-include-1099-b-return/L0ygGdIiE_US_en_US

tax in our system is self reported and not reporting income is a crime. Aside from tax forms that report income to the IRS, the IRS can look at bank deposits, for example, and question where the money came from. But in the end it comes down to you deciding what is right. 

Hello and Thank you for the quick response. I am working on Turbo Tax Premier desktop version on a Mac.  I have 1 large house, which I expanded and remodeled in 2025.  Then on the same lot, I built a separate new garage and apartment unit.  I understand that this would be listed as a New Asset.   The garage/apartment was begun in 3/2025 and completed in November 2025.  I think this is 27.5 year property but the cost seg statement shows it as 39year property so I am following up on that issue.   The reports that I have are: New Garage/Apt Main House Addition Main House Improvements / Removal (?) Original House/Disposition (Building Cost $779,425.72, Disposition Cost $536,094.07, New Basis after Disposition $243,331.65) Shed - To Land. ($40,574.28)   The Cost study company is going to do the Form 3115 for me.    Currently, my property is in Turbo Tax as Residential Rental Real Estate.  From Form 4562: Date in service 7/26/2022, cost net of land $820,000, Land $150,000, Bus. Use 79.41%. Section 179 '0', Special Depreciation Allowance '0' , Depreciable Basis $651,162.,Prior Depreciation (thru 12/31/2024) $66,820   I don't understand the references to 'Disposition' and 'Removal' and Shed - to Land How do these figures get incorporated/updated into the Asset values on my return?   Note:  we did have a large outbuilding that was demolished and the Garage/Apt was built in that area.  Does that increase the amount that should be used as 'Land', bringing the total to $190,574.28?   I really appreciate your detailed instructions so far. Thank you

The previous answer is correct, you enter the payment on your return the same way you identified it when you made the payment, which should have been estimated tax.  You do not enter it as "Withholding".   

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If you have received an IRS form 1099-NEC, the IRS presumes that the income is subject to self-employment income as well as income tax.   The software wants you to establish a self-employment activity in Schedule C.  Then deposit the IRS form 1099-NEC income into the self-employment activity.  The question above is one of the questions that the software asks as it establishes a self-employment activity.   To report income and expense under Self-employment income, follow these directions.    Down the left side of the screen, click Federal. Down the left side of the screen, click Wages & Income. Click on the drop down arrow to the right of Self-employment. Click to the right of Self-employment income and expenses. At the screen Your 2025 self-employed work summary, click the pencil icon to enter the self-employment activity. Answer the questions to establish the self-employment activity and report the income and expense.  

Are you using desktop or TurboTax Online?   Choose your product for info on how to enter a 1099-INT: TurboTax Online Go to 1099-INT interest income screen under under Wages & Income Select Yes on the screen Did you receive any investment income? then Continue. If you see the screen Your investments & savings or Here's your 1099-INT info, select Add investments or Add another 1099-INT, then Continue. On the next screen, select how you want to enter your Form 1099-INT:   TurboTax Desktop Open or continue your return. Select Federal Taxes, then Wages & Income. Locate the section titled Interest and Dividends, then select Start or Revisit next to Interest on 1099-INT. Select Yes on the screen Did you receive any investment income? then Continue. If you see the screen Your investments & savings or Here's your 1099-INT info, select Add investments or Add another 1099-INT, then Continue. On the next screen, select how you want to enter your Form 1099-INT:     If you want to import your form, search for your brokerage or financial institution.  Sign in to your online account and select Get my form. If you want to upload a copy of your form or manually enter the info, select Enter a different way, and follow the instructions to enter your 1099-INT. Where do I enter Form 1099-INT?

To fix this error, please follow these steps carefully:   Make sure you have entered the previous year's IL AGI correctly Verify Your IL PIN  Make sure to enter all 8 digits (This is not your 5 digit federal PIN) Verify your IL drivers license or state ID number is entered correctly If it is your first year filing with IL, you will have to enter your IL Drivers License or state ID information Enter each field exactly as it is on your IL Drivers License or state ID (First Name, Middle Name, Last Name, Suffix (leave blank if necessary), and weight You may not use an out-of-state or expired drivers license You may need to print and mail your return if the reject continues after re-transmitting How do I find last year's AGI?

The problem is that the page to enter estimated STATE taxes doesn't pop up automatically, which looks like a bug in the software. However, when I searched for 'ESTIMATED TAXES PAID', it popped 'Go to ESTIMATED TAXES PAID' in the search bar and I was able to get there. Please fix this issue so that this pages pops up automatically. Thanks

HELOC used to build an addition to an existing first or second residence is treated as acquisition indebtedness and, therefore, interest paid is deductible, subject to mortgage debt limitations rules. In addition, for the interest to be deductible, it must be secured by the taxpayer's residence and not exceed the cost of the residence.    for example, interest paid on a HELOC used to pay personal expenses would not be deductible even if secured by the property. 

If you are asking about the IP PINS for identity protection; for a joint tax return, you only need to enter an IRS Identity Protection Pin for each spouse that was specifically assigned one by the  IRS. If only one spouse has an IP PIN, you only enter that one; if you both have them; both are required to avoid rejection.    If you are asking about the Pin numbers that you create when you are e-filing your tax return, generally they ask for one for each spouse.

You have to go to Step 2 in the FILE section.   HOW TO CHANGE OR ENTER BANKING INFORMATION FOR REFUND https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/tax-refund/change-transferred-direct-deposit-information/L77NCbU6D_US_en_US?uid=m6tuh572