Cannot include an explanation statement for form 5329. The Quickzoom launches a statement, but I am not allowed to type (get red font that disappears)

slw4683 · ‎February 03, 2026

This is for line 54a, to request a waiver of tax on incomplete RMD

DianeW777

If you are still having this experience you have one of two options.

Print your return and mail it with your statement by selecting mail instead of e-file.
How do I switch from TurboTax Online to TurboTax Desktop?
- In this version you can change to Forms, scroll to Form 5329, Line 54a, click to add the statement. TurboTax will allow a statement to be added.

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tommyb123

Why should we have to mail a copy of return when turbo tax is supposed to add the explanation statement.

It did it for m last year plus there is a free e-file of federal return.

U have tried multiple times to enter a explanation statement only for turbo tax not to accept it.

Please either fix the issue or I should get a refund for what I paid to get your program

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