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Can I do my 2019 in my 2020 the same time

River123 — Mon, 21 Dec 2020 07:18:00 GMT

Re: Can I do my 2019 in my 2020 the same time

MSCO9241 — Mon, 21 Dec 2020 21:08:37 GMT

no. each year is a separate return. in addition, online preparation and e-filing for 2019 are closed. for 2019 you need the desktop software for a full PC or Mac. 2020 can be prepared and filed online though e-filing won't open until late January 2021 and as of now, not all forms for 2020 online prep are ready.

Re: Can I do my 2019 in my 2020 the same time

xmasbaby0 — Mon, 21 Dec 2020 13:45:52 GMT

Each tax year must be prepared separately using the forms and software for the specific tax year. NEVER try to combine them. Do not even try to mail them in the same envelope. The current online software is only for a 2020 return--it cannot be used for any other year.

Online preparation and e-filing for 2017, 2018 and 2019 is permanently closed.

To file a return for a prior tax year

If you need to prepare a return for 2017, 2018, or 2019 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.

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.

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.

If you are getting a refund, there is not a penalty for filing past the deadline. If you owe taxes, the interest/penalties will be calculated by the IRS based on how much you owe and when they receive your return and payment. The IRS will bill you for this; it will not be calculated by TurboTax.

Re: Can I do my 2019 in my 2020 the same time

Critter-3 — Mon, 21 Dec 2020 14:14:15 GMT

If you want to file for free you can fill out the forms by hand. Here are some basic forms.....

Here is the 2019 1040 return

https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040--2019.pdf

or if you want bigger type use 1040SR for Seniors https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s--2019.pdf

2019 Instructions https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/i1040gi.pdf

2019 EIC and Tax Tables https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/i1040tt--2019.pdf

2019 Schedules 1-3

https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s1--2019.pdf

https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s2--2019.pdf

https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s3--2019.pdf

Don’t forget your state. And you will have to print and mail your returns. So be sure to attach copies of your W2s and any 1099s that have withholding on them. You have to mail federal and state in separate envelopes because they go to different places. Get a tracking number from the post office when you mail them for proof of filing.

Re: Can I do my 2019 in my 2020 the same time

xmasbaby0 — Mon, 21 Dec 2020 13:52:15 GMT

@Critter-3 Those links are going to forms for 2020!!!!!!!

Re: Can I do my 2019 in my 2020 the same time

Critter-3 — Mon, 21 Dec 2020 13:54:07 GMT

CRUD ... will fix.