2018 tax year how to send

[txkpt]

ok, so I printed out all papers, both fed and state.  please correct and teach. 🙂  I need only to send Federal W2 docs and Federal papers to Federal, right?  When sending to State, I need to send all paper works, both Fed and State but only State W2, right?  Because it says "When mailing your return, you must include a copy of your federal income tax return (including schedules) and any income tax returns you filed with other states."  thanks in advance.

[TomD8]

<<"When mailing your return, you must include a copy of your federal income tax return (including schedules) and any income tax returns you filed with other states.">> 

You're doing it correctly.  The above applies to people who have to file in more than one state. 

[old420biker]

how do i send 2018 tax returns i did them through turbo tax

[xmasbaby0]

@old420biker What tax software did you use?    The current online software is ONLY for 2020 returns---it cannot be used to prepare a 2018 return.   In order to prepare a 2018 return you have to use the CD/download for 2018, and then you have to print, sign and mail it.   It cannot be e-filed.

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.

The current online program can only be used for a 2020 return--no other year.  And if you did not file a 2019 return you will have trouble e-filing 2020.  When it asks for your 2019 AGI try using zero.  If zero does not work then you have to print, sign and mail 2020.

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.