topic Re: need to file from 2019 forward - how do I start? in Get your taxes done using TurboTax

need to file from 2019 forward - how do I start?

rhino73 — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 01:52:49 GMT

I moved in 2019, and didn't file - I have all my paperwork for every year from 2019 to 2023 - how do I get started?

Re: need to file from 2019 forward - how do I start?

Bsch4477 — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 02:13:52 GMT

You would have to find tax programs for each year or download the forms from the IRS website. You might find it difficult to find programs early than 2022.

Re: need to file from 2019 forward - how do I start?

VolvoGirl — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 03:32:10 GMT

Sorry you are on your own for 2019 and 2020. I can give you links for the blank IRS forms if you want to do them by hand. Or you need to go to a local tax place or accountant. But it is too late to get refunds for 2019 and maybe 2020.

Turbo Tax only sells the last 3 years...2021, 2022 and 2023.

How to prepare a prior year return
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/using-turbotax/help/how-do-i-prepare-a-prior-year-tax-return/00/25984

To do a prior year return you have to buy the Desktop program here,
https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products
You will need a full Windows or Mac to install it on.

You have to print and mail prior year returns. When you mail a tax return, you need to attach any documents showing tax withheld, such as your W-2’s or any 1099’s. Use a mailing service that will track it, such as UPS or certified mail so you will know the IRS received the return. Don’t forget state.

Important! Mail Federal and State in separate envelopes and mail each year in separate envelopes.

Re: need to file from 2019 forward - how do I start?

xmasbaby0 — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 14:03:40 GMT

It is unfortunate that you have gone so long without filing tax returns. If you were going to get refunds for 2019 or 2020, now it is too late. Those refunds have been forfeited and will not be paid to you. If you owe tax to the IRS or state(s), you owe it with late filing penalties and interest, though, and the interest is going to keep on adding up.

What if I do not file my tax return?

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/2572308-what-happens-if-i-don-t-file-my-taxes

It might be better for you to seek local paid tax help in a situation when you are several years behind in filing your tax returns. Do you even have all of the documents you will need to enter and show your income—like your W-2’s and any 1099’s?

Each tax year has to be filed separately using the forms for the specific tax year. They cannot be combined in any way--do not even put them in the same envelope when you mail them. Software for past years is available back to 2021. Any earlier years can only be prepared on paper forms by hand--and those refunds have been forfeited now.

TurboTax has software for 2021 onward. Software is no longer available from TurboTax for earlier years, nor would it be supported even if you find it on eBay, etc. Updates are not available. It is also too late to receive a tax refund for a tax year earlier than 2021---those refunds have been forfeited. BUT if you owe tax due you still have to pay with penalties and interest. There might be other software providers that have software for those years, but you will not receive refunds for the returns even if the forms show a refund.

Online preparation and e-filing for 2021, 2022, and 2023 is permanently closed.

Note: The desktop software you need to prepare the prior year return must be installed/downloaded to a full PC or Mac. It cannot be used on a mobile device.

To file a return for a prior tax year

If you need to prepare a return for 2021, 2022, or 2023 you can purchase and download desktop software to do it, then print, sign, and mail the return(s)

https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/

You may also want to explore purchasing the software from various retailers such as Amazon, Costco, Best Buy, Walmart, Sam’s, etc.

Remember to prepare your state return as well—if you live in a state that has a state income tax.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/state-taxes/help/how-do-i-contact-my-state-department-of-revenue/00/25573

When you mail a tax return, you need to attach any documents showing tax withheld, such as your W-2’s or any 1099’s. Use a mailing service that will track it, such as UPS or certified mail so you will know the IRS/state received the return.

Federal and state returns must be in separate envelopes and they are mailed to different addresses. Read the mailing instructions that print with your tax return carefully so you mail them to the right addresses.