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March 10, 2026
2:29 PM
Enter your investment transactions in the Step-by-Step interview, not in forms mode. Entering investment sales in forms mode is very complicated and error-prone.
March 10, 2026
2:29 PM
Only the IRS and your State control when and if a Federal or State tax refund is Approved and Issued.
Once a tax return has been Accepted by the IRS or a State, TurboTax receives no further inf...
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Only the IRS and your State control when and if a Federal or State tax refund is Approved and Issued.
Once a tax return has been Accepted by the IRS or a State, TurboTax receives no further information concerning the tax return or the status of any tax refund.
If accepted by the IRS use the federal tax refund website to check the refund status - https://www.irs.gov/refunds
If accepted by the state use this TurboTax support FAQ to check the state tax refund status - https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/tax-refund/track-state-refund/L3jgO8PGs_...
After the tax return has been Accepted by the IRS (meaning only that they received the return) it will be in the Processing mode until the tax refund has been Approved and then an Issue Date will be available on the IRS website.
March 10, 2026
2:28 PM
Dear Experts, I would appreciate guidance on a depreciation reporting issue. My wife and I rented out our primary residence for about 2.5 months in 2024 while we moved to a rental house in another ...
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Dear Experts, I would appreciate guidance on a depreciation reporting issue. My wife and I rented out our primary residence for about 2.5 months in 2024 while we moved to a rental house in another state due to job. While preparing our 2024 tax return, a calculation error occurred in the depreciation entry: the entire purchase price was used for depreciation instead of the building value only. The asset was depreciated using the 27.5-year straight-line method, but the incorrect basis resulted in over-depreciation and a lower AGI for 2024. We discovered this error before filing our 2025 return and intend to correct the depreciation going forward. Separately, our financial situation has changed and we are now planning to sell the house in 2026. The total depreciation involved (incorrect 2024 + correct 2025) will still be under $50,000. We also understand that depreciation recapture is taxed at ordinary income rates (up to 25%), and our tax bracket in 2026 is expected to be lower. Given this situation, we are considering the following options: Option 1 – Staggered filing File an amended 2024 return (Form 1040-X) to correct the depreciation and AGI Request an extension for the 2025 return File the 2025 return after the 2024 amendment is processed (hopefully before Oct 15) Option 2 – Simultaneous filing File the 2024 amendment and the 2025 return at the same time, both reflecting the corrected depreciation Option 3 – Correct going forward Do not amend the 2024 return File the 2025 return with the correct depreciation Track depreciation claimed for 2024 (partial year), 2025 (full year), and 2026 (partial year) When selling in 2026, report depreciation recapture based on the total depreciation claimed My main questions: Is Option 3 acceptable, or would the IRS expect the 2024 return to be amended due to the over-depreciation? If we do not amend 2024, are there penalties or compliance risks associated with the excess depreciation taken that year? Between Options 1 and 2, is there any practical advantage or IRS preference? One complication is that correcting 2024 depreciation will increase AGI, potentially pushing us into a higher tax bracket for both 2024 and 2025, while our tax rate is expected to be lower in 2026 due to a change in income. Any guidance on the correct IRS approach and risk considerations would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your help.
March 10, 2026
2:27 PM
If TurboTax shows your return as not accepted (rejected), it is likely due to a data mismatch (like SSN or birthdate), a dependent already being claimed, or an incorrect prior-year AGI. Check your em...
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If TurboTax shows your return as not accepted (rejected), it is likely due to a data mismatch (like SSN or birthdate), a dependent already being claimed, or an incorrect prior-year AGI. Check your email. Look for an ACTION NEEDED! email from turbotax@intuit.com and follow the instructions. Do a search of the reject message or code for instructions on how to fix it. If you have a code you can use this as a guide: What does my rejected return code mean and how do I fix it? Open your return in TurboTax and click on Fix My Return and Fix it now You should be able to re-file your tax return once your return is fixed Click here for Video: What to Do If Your Tax Return Is Rejected by the IRS Please return to Community if you have any additional information or questions and we would be happy to help.
March 10, 2026
2:27 PM
If the trust was a standard grantor trust (aka revocable, living etc.), then the basis of the home would be the fair market value on the date of death (which would also be the same date the trust bec...
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If the trust was a standard grantor trust (aka revocable, living etc.), then the basis of the home would be the fair market value on the date of death (which would also be the same date the trust became irrevocable).
March 10, 2026
2:26 PM
Intuit turbo tax problem: We could not e-file your return Year 2025 transmissions are not available. What is causing this?
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March 10, 2026
2:26 PM
My estimated date was 03/06/26 on turbo tax it's now 03/09/26 and I have credit karma so I was supposed to receive 5 days early
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March 10, 2026
2:26 PM
I've found the phone support to be VERY unhelpful. In my case, my three calls were a waste of a lot of time, as was my experience with the Chat function. The only help that has been worth the time is...
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I've found the phone support to be VERY unhelpful. In my case, my three calls were a waste of a lot of time, as was my experience with the Chat function. The only help that has been worth the time is this online blog. Intuit experts do occasionally log on and address questions and other users often are able to help solve problems. Hang up the phone and save yourself a lot of aggravation.
March 10, 2026
2:25 PM
See the following FAQ.
How do I preview my TurboTax Online return before filing?
March 10, 2026
2:24 PM
I saw the message about restarting the software and it fixed it for me as well. I am using a Mac.
March 10, 2026
2:22 PM
If you're using TurboTax Desktop and click on the icon for the 2024 program, what happens? Try right-clicking the icon and 'Run as Administrator'. Also try going to Windows Control Panel > Programs...
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If you're using TurboTax Desktop and click on the icon for the 2024 program, what happens? Try right-clicking the icon and 'Run as Administrator'. Also try going to Windows Control Panel > Programs > TurboTax > Repair. However, you may need to uninstall/re-install TurboTax since you made changes to your computer setup. If you can share more details, we'll try to help.
If you used TurboTax Online, when you Sign In, scroll down to 'Tax Returns and Docs', then click on your 2024 return. There's an option to the right to 'Amend'.
Here's more info on How to Amend Your Tax Return.
@ConnerJH12
March 10, 2026
2:18 PM
I have the same situation as the original poster. With TT Premier, I get the following screen after step 12 of your instructions: Do any of these apply to you? I need to file a substitute 109...
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I have the same situation as the original poster. With TT Premier, I get the following screen after step 12 of your instructions: Do any of these apply to you? I need to file a substitute 1099-R The corrected box is checked on this 1099-R None of these apply If I check "None of these apply" it ends the session. I never get to steps 13 and 14 of your instructions. Is this supposed to be, or am I doing something wrong? Thanks.
March 10, 2026
2:18 PM
You can retrieve your Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) by following the instructions at the following link on the IRS web site.
Retrieve Your Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN)
March 10, 2026
2:17 PM
@VolvoGirl Click on this OPs username See a bunch of prior posts ......not sure any of us normal helpers here can help....he/she really needs a SC expert to get into the nitty-gritty
March 10, 2026
2:16 PM
Could you please be more clear on your question?
I’m assuming you are referring to the Employer Identification Number (EIN). If I’m correct, you can find it in Box b of your W-2.
In case y...
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Could you please be more clear on your question?
I’m assuming you are referring to the Employer Identification Number (EIN). If I’m correct, you can find it in Box b of your W-2.
In case your return was rejected because of an EIN mismatch, double check the numbers that you entered and make sure there are no spaces or special characters.
To see more detailed information where to find it, open the link below:
How do I find my employer's EIN or Tax ID?
If I'm wrong, and you are talking about something else, please respond in this forum to what you mean with EIB.
March 10, 2026
2:16 PM
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OK, It too me a while to prove it, but I found where you can do am override to change the amount of unearned income.
If you have the TurboTax Desktop product, you can go into Forms mode (upper ...
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OK, It too me a while to prove it, but I found where you can do am override to change the amount of unearned income.
If you have the TurboTax Desktop product, you can go into Forms mode (upper right), and go look for the 8516. In Part I on Line 1, you should see your unearned income, which you believe should not be greater than $2,700. Put your cursor on that field and click with right mouse button. This should should you a pulldown. Choose Override. Then enter your number into that field. The right of the form will update. Some stuff may stay there, but I imagine that lines 15-18 will go blank.
Two large caveats:
1. This will probably void the TurboTax Accuracy Guarantee. In short, this is now on you (as I noted, at this point, I am not sure if you are right or not).
2. Overrides can prevent e-filing (you won't know until you try).
March 10, 2026
2:15 PM
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March 10, 2026
2:15 PM
The Form 4562 will be included separately for each activity, your farm and the your rental property. It's easier to track and contain for each activity.
Keep in mind that this form is not required ...
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The Form 4562 will be included separately for each activity, your farm and the your rental property. It's easier to track and contain for each activity.
Keep in mind that this form is not required if new equipment is not placed in service in a tax year.
The depreciation is working correctly for rental properties, even though, due to tax changes, it did take a little longer to be functional.
Please update here if with additional details if we can help further. If you would like us to review your return you can use the information below.
If you would like to send us a “diagnostic” file that has your “numbers” but not your personal information it would help. If you would like to do this, here are the instructions: (Don't forget to give us the state)
TurboTax Online:
Open your return -Go to the menu panel on the left side of your return and select Tax Tools.
Then select Tools below Tax Tools.
A window will pop up which says Tools Center.
On this screen, select Share my file with Agent.
You will see a message explaining what the diagnostic copy is. Click okay through this screen and then you will get a Token number.
Reply to this thread with your Token number and your state. This will allow us to open a copy of your return without seeing any personal information.
TurboTax Desktop:
If you like, you can send a copy of your return that will be scrubbed to eliminate your personal data by using these steps:
Click on Online in the top left menu of TurboTax Desktop for Windows
Select 'Send Tax File to Agent'* > Follow the prompts to reach the token number.
Enter your email used for TurboTax > Enter your code > Send
Write down or send an image of your token number and state then place in this issue.
We can then review your exact scenario for a solution.
Please also tell us any states included in the return. This is necessary for us to view the return.
*If using a MAC, go to the menu at the top of the screen, select Help, then, 'Send Tax File to Agent')
We will be able to see exactly what you are seeing and we can determine what exactly is going on in your return to provide you with a resolution.
@dchiang8
@frustratedfiler
March 10, 2026
2:13 PM
No. The Dependent Care Credit is not available if either you or your spouse does not have earned income.