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Did you install the Windows 10 ESU?  Extended Security Updates (ESU) program. While official support ends on October 14, 2025, this one-year extension allows consumer and business users to continue receiving critical security updates for their devices (specifically version 22H2  I use TT Standard and Netfiled on Monday Feb 23rd, no problems.  I downloaded my N of A already ready that same day.  Refund deposited in my bank on March 5th. Don't give up, just make sure everything is up to date before using TT.

The culprit is often a cluttered or "broken" cache. Since these temporary files can interfere with how the software loads, cleaning them out usually fixes the issue.   If you are using the web-based version, try these three troubleshooting methods: Clear out your stored  cache and cookies  Use an Incognito or Private window Try logging in through a different web browser (for example, moving from Chrome to Firefox or Edge)

Log in to TurboTax, go to Tax Home, scroll down to your tax returns & documents, select the year you want to amend. Then select the Amend (change) return drop-down. Choose  Amend using TurboTax Online. On the "Why are you amending?" screen, choose "The IRS or state contacted me" and "Continue," this will allow you to just amend the state and leave the federal return as it was.    Enter the missed $240 estimate(s) by navigating to Deductions and Credits > Deductions & Credits Summary > Estimates and Other Taxes Paid > Estimated Tax Payments > State estimated taxes for 2025

The same thing happened to me, and it’s already been a month and some change. I have not received my federal or state returns I have been calling people for help. I only spoke to one lady she told me to call from turboTax and she told me to call IRS I have tried, and I’ve been speaking to a robot 

The standard deduction is not something you deduct.   Health care insurance premiums, including dental and vision insurance premiums, and other medical expenses that you paid with out of pocket funds and were not reimbursed are an eligible medical expense that you can deduct using Schedule A for itemized deductions. However, only your total medical expenses that are greater than 7.5% of your Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) can be deducted. Your total itemized deductions reported on Form 1040 Schedule A must be greater than the standard deduction for your filing status to have any tax benefit. Standard deductions for 2025 Single - $15.750 add $2,000 if age 65 or older Married Filing Separately - $15,750 add $1,600 if age 65 or older Married Filing Jointly - $31,500 add $1,600 for each spouse age 65 or older Head of Household - $23,625 add $2,000 if age 65 or older To enter your medical expenses - Click on Federal Taxes (Personal using Home and Business) Click on Deductions and Credits Click on I'll choose what I work on (if shown) Scroll down to Medical On Medical Expenses, click the start or update button

Because you are living in a temporary location until April first, you can use this address if they let you to do it.  Also, you can use the address of someone you trust.  Keep in mind that the address that you use in your return is only for correspondence. It doesn't mean that it's your permanent residence. Overall, you can update your address with the IRS later if it changes after you leave the facility on April first.  

Did you get a NETFILE confirmation code? If you don't have a confirmation code, you still need to submit your tax return using NETFILE. Not sure how? Follow these instructions for TurboTax Online or TurboTax Desktop.      

Yes, you can still claim your child as a dependent. For a qualifying child, the IRS doesn't set an income limit; the test is whether the child provided more than half of their own support. If your child lived with you more than half the year and you paid for most of their housing, food, and other expenses, you generally meet the requirements.   Publication 501 (2025), Dependents, Standard Deduction, and Filing Information