How to change name due to a divorce

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January 7, 2025
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Name change court order

xmasbaby0

Level 15

If you were divorced by the end of 2024, start a new account with a new user ID. Do not use an old online account that has been used for joint returns in past years. It is too messy and difficult to remove the "spouse stuff" from the software. Enter the name that matches your current Social Security card when you complete the information in MY INFO.

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VolvoGirl

Level 15

If you used Turbo Tax last year you should start a brand new account for yourself and not transfer from last year. You can not remove a spouse or switch the order of names.

TurboTax will not allow you to remove the primary taxpayer on the return. And you should not try to change the order of names. If you were listed as the spouse and want to be the primary taxpayer now or delete the primary person, you will need to start a new return by logging out and starting over with a new account and new user name and password. You will not be able to transfer from the prior year.

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Mike9241

Level 15

if the divorce was final in 2024 and you previously filed a joint return for 2023, you should start a new return for 2024. A new return is best even if you filed MFS in 2023. if you weren't married on 12/31/20xx your filing status can only be single or head of household if you had a qualifying dependent. To change your name it's on the personal info tab.

Mike9241