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Yes, you can file prior year returns using TurboTax.  However, you will need to purchase and download those earlier versions of the program in order to do this.  Only current year (2025) tax returns can be filed using TurboTax Online.   Each tax return year requires a separate version of TurboTax due to the many tax law changes that occur from one year to the next.     Take a look at the following TurboTax help article to learn more and get started:   How do I file a prior year tax return?  

You do not need to input the control number on your W-2. If you get errors when attempting to e-file with an empty box D, just enter any number in this format: 5 digits, space, 5 digits (for example 12345 67890). The IRS doesn't care what's in box D.   A Control Number (box D) is used by many payroll departments to uniquely identify a W-2 in their system. If your W-2 doesn't have one, it's no big deal.   Please read this TurboTax Help topic for more information.

@ken-golkin      If your box 2a has a non-zero number in it..(not blank, nor marked as undetermined), and that number is somewhat lower than the box 1 number, due to an after-tax contribution amount that is noted in box 5...then  when you get to the following page (shown below), answer it as-if the displayed edits were present  (i.e. you  answer YES).     Answering YES will use the box 2a $$ amount on your for 1040.  Check lines 5a and 5b on your form 1040 before and after entering that 1099-R.     (But if you answered No, and already entered some $$ in the "General" or "Simplified" calculation area ,you might need to delete your 1099-R first and re-enter it from scratch...not sure of that though)   _____________________________________  

Your estimated tax payments will serve as a credit against your Federal tax liability and have to be entered on your tax return.   In TurboTax Online, you can enter estimated taxes you paid by following these steps: Open your tax return Click on Federal in the left-hand column, then Deductions & Credits Navigate to the list of Deductions and Credits  Locate the section named Estimates and Other Taxes Paid and click on the arrow on the right  Click on Start next to Estimated Tax Payments On the next page, click Start next to Federal estimated taxes for 2025 (form 1040ES)

Thanks I appreciate the quick response. The problem is i need the detailed level of. gains for my federal return, and the federal return is then feeding into the MA return. Is there a way i can change my gains to summary level ONLY for the MA state return but leave the details for my Federal and resident state returns ?      

If you got an audit letter, read it carefully. Determine The year being audited The question or issues with the return The deadline for a response Take action. If you don't respond by the due date, it may lead to further IRS action Get your information together, such as receipts, invoices, or canceled checks, that supports the items on your tax return. Prepare a letter and respond by the due date. If you agree, indicate this on the form and pay any owed amount.  If you disagree, send a written explanation with supporting documents to the address on the notice. Use TurboTax Audit Support:  A representative will provide one-on-one support to answer your questions. Make sure the letter is legitimate;  do not provide information if it seems suspicious, and verify with the IRS directly.  If you purchased Audit Defense, contact them immediately for full representation. To contact TaxAudit, call 800-922-8348 or visit TurboTax Audit Defense   

@jillkr13    Then I have no idea either.  You could either go tot he left side Print Center, and save a PDF copy of your tax return to download and look at to see what the lines say around the Iowa Refund line in the state tax return.   Or call Customer Support and see if they can find it  (Screen Share). How do I contact TurboTax?

Yes, an LLC is generally required to provide its customers with a form W-9 if it is acting as an independent contractor providing services. You will use the LLC's EIN on form W-9.   The customer will use information provided on form W-9 to issue the LLC with form1099-NEC.   Please read this TurboTax Help article.    

@pennylathrop776  asked:  "im expecting my return by check which was sent on the 24th of July when will I receive it"   That was last summer.  Are you referring to a 2024 return?  A check sent by whom??

Perfect. That all makes sense now.    However, I am -$750 to the state. And when I enter my $1500 deductible for the Homestead Disaster Credit, Turbotax software then updates to +$750, instead of $0. 

How did you file?   Did you efile?   Did you go all the way to the final screen and clicked on a big orange button "Transmit Returns Now?'   If so, look in your email's junk/spam folder to see if any emails ended up there.   Or did you plan to file by printing and mailing your return?   If so, TurboTax does not do that for you.  You would have to print, sign, date, and physically mail it yourself   Also, what do you see for the status when you log back into your Online TurboTax account?   At the Tax Home look for the status.   Which of these terms is used:  accepted, rejected, printed, started, ready to mail, or what?

Required minimum distributions (RMD) are minimum withdrawals that you are required to take out of your IRAs or employer-sponsored retirement plans (such as 401(k), 403(b), 457(b)) starting at age 73.   For more information, please read this TurboTax article.