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Sounds like something got stuck. You can try these things:   Log Out Completely: Before doing anything else, click Sign Out in the TurboTax menu. Clear Cache and Cookies: This removes old, "corrupted" data that might be confusing the website. Use an Incognito (Private) Window: This is the most effective "quick fix" because it launches the browser without any saved history or extensions (like AdBlockers) that often interfere with tax forms. Check Pop-up Blockers: TurboTax often opens forms (like the 1099 PDF) or payment windows in a separate pop-up. Look at the right side of your address bar for a small icon with a "red X"—click it and select "Always allow pop-ups from Intuit." Restart the Browser: Close all open windows of your browser entirely and then reopen it.   Most TurboTax errors happen because the browser is trying to use an old "session" from a previous visit. By clearing the cache or using Incognito mode, you force the browser to establish a brand-new, secure connection with the Intuit servers.

Once your return is filed, TurboTax has no control over the processing or the timing when the IRS/State releases your refund.    Here are a few FAQs to help you track your refund: When will I get my federal tax refund? How do I track my state refund? Why does Where's My Refund say "approved" but TurboTax still says "accepted"? Why do some refunds take longer than others? What if my IRS refund is taking longer than 21 days?

Thanks for your reply! Full disclosure: I'm doing these taxes for my son, and he says he doesn't remember getting such a letter. He called his apartment office to see if they had any idea. They couldn't help. Could I estimate by multiplying his monthly rent by 12 and inserting that number?

Helpful TurboTax Articles: What if I can't import my 1099? How can I fix my 1099 import issue? How do I import my 1099s? How do I enter a large number of stock transactions in TurboTax? If you received a "Success" message but your data hasn't appeared in TurboTax, it is likely due to recent browser security updates regarding Local Network Access.   To fix this you need to allow TurboTax to securely retrieve your data through your browser settings: Locate the View Site Information icon (the "tune" or "lock" icon) on the far left of your address bar, just before the URL. Find Local Network Access in the dropdown menu. Toggle the switch to ON. Refresh the page and attempt your import again. What do I do when my data isn't imported into TurboTax Desktop even though it says successful import in my browser? If permissions aren't the issue, one of the following factors may be at play: Brokerage Delays: While most forms arrive by January 31, many brokerages delay Consolidated 1099s (like the 1099-B) until mid-February due to complex reporting requirements. Availability: Your brokerage must specifically "release" the import file to TurboTax. If it isn’t ready, we recommend checking back. Connection Blocks: Active VPNs or aggressive Anti-Virus software can occasionally block the import feature between your bank and TurboTax. Try disabling them temporarily or switching to a different browser.

If one spouse contributes to a SEP the other spouse is subject to AGI limits for their deductibility. You would have to weigh the savings from maximum IRA contributions against the savings from contributing to your SEP. 

Yes. Any state taxes paid in 2025 will count towards itemized deductions on Schedule A for 2025 if your itemized deductions are higher than the standard deduction.   You can enter your 2024 state estimated tax payments made in 2025 in TurboTax Desktop at:   Deductions & Credits>Estimated Tax Payments>2024 state estimated tax payments made in 2025

 If you are using: Online: see How do I view and delete forms in TTO? Desktop: switch to Forms mode and delete If the form regenerates, it thinks it is needed. Go back through the program and edit the vehicle section. You will need to delete entries that may have carried over.

You might try another browser.   Helpful TurboTax Articles: What if I can't import my 1099? How can I fix my 1099 import issue? How do I import my 1099s? How do I enter a large number of stock transactions in TurboTax? If you received a "Success" message but your data hasn't appeared in TurboTax, it is likely due to recent browser security updates regarding Local Network Access.   To fix this you need to allow TurboTax to securely retrieve your data through your browser settings: Locate the View Site Information icon (the "tune" or "lock" icon) on the far left of your address bar, just before the URL. Find Local Network Access in the dropdown menu. Toggle the switch to ON. Refresh the page and attempt your import again. What do I do when my data isn't imported into TurboTax Desktop even though it says successful import in my browser? If permissions aren't the issue, one of the following factors may be at play: Brokerage Delays: While most forms arrive by January 31, many brokerages delay Consolidated 1099s (like the 1099-B) until mid-February due to complex reporting requirements. Availability: Your brokerage must specifically "release" the import file to TurboTax. If it isn’t ready, we recommend checking back. Connection Blocks: Active VPNs or aggressive Anti-Virus software can occasionally block the import feature between your bank and TurboTax. Try disabling them temporarily or switching to a different browser.

What estimated payment did you have in 2024 that was credited to 2025?   Did you apply some of your refund to 2025?  That should have transferred over from your 2024 tax return.   If it didn't transfer over from last year then enter a refund from last year that you applied to this year here.   BUT first make sure it's not already there.  You don't want to apply it twice.   To enter last year's refund you applied to this year. Federal (Personal for Home & Business) Deductions and Credits Then scroll way down to Estimates and Other Taxes Paid Other Income Taxes - Click the Start or Revisit   Next page scroll down to 2024 Refund Applied to 2025 Click Start or Update by the tax you applied   Then for state, you need to click on the state tab and go through state again for it to update.

Yes, you could assign a value of zero to all personal property that was sold with the house.  The same strategy could be used if you had any improvements to the property whether or not they were fully depreciated - they could also be assigned a sale value of zero.  For those items that weren't fully depreciated and assigned a sales price of zero, they will create a net loss that will be taken against any gain you might have on the sale of the property.  This will allow the total sale price to be allocated between the land and the building.  Be sure to include the expenses of the home sale and any disallowed passive losses on the rental as these can be used to offset any gain on the sale.