Maine Worksheet A Error

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March 25, 2022
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I'm getting a "Check This Entry" error on my Maine return. TurboTax desktop wants me to provide an explanatory statement for Worksheet A. I did, but this hasn't fixed it.

I suspect it has to do with my filing status as statutory resident of Maine. My domicile is in Rhode Island. Worksheet A is 'Residency Information Worksheet for Part-Year Residents/Non-Residents/"Safe Harbor" Residents". TurboTax is using this form although I am filing as none of those, rather, as a resident.

The "Check This Entry" error asks me to complete an Explanatory Statement - "...explain what the taxpayer intends to use the property owned in Maine for, and how often it will be used and for what purpose to qualify for electronic filing". I have inserted text there but TurboTax continues to flag that error and won't let me complete the filing.

Any ideas about how I can get past this? Thanks.

TurboTax Home & Biz Windows

Best answer by MaryK4

Yes, you will want to go back to the Maine section of TurboTax and look for

We've Recommended a Maine Residency Status. You can indicate Full-Year Resident. After you make that change, go straight to the review. IF the error continues, you will have to Delete the Form (See How do I view and delete forms in TurboTax Online?)

Safe Harbor - You are domiciled in Maine but may be treated as a nonresident individual if you satisfy all three of the following requirements:
- You did not maintain a permanent place of abode in Maine for the entire taxable year;
- You maintained a permanent place of abode outside of Maine for the entire taxable year;
- You spent no more than 30 days in Maine during the taxable year.

MaryK4Answer

Level 15

Yes, you will want to go back to the Maine section of TurboTax and look for

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JeffW4Author

Level 2

Thanks, MaryK. I have a desktop version, but did see how to delete the forms. I think I'm on my way. It sure helps when generous people like you take the time to help the needy like me.