State tax filing fee

Forum|Forum|6 years ago
March 19, 2020
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I purchased the 2019 CD with 1 free State e-filing. However, after submitting the Federal return, it asked me to pay $24.99 for the State. Why is it charging for the State when it's supposed to be free?

SteamTrain

Level 15

Sorry. But for the desktop software that contains one free state "software"....the State e-file fee is $20-25....(except NY). Been the same fee situation for at least 15 years.

One free state "software" set is allowed to be downloaded and installed & used. A Fee to e-file...or free to print out yourself and mail in at the post office.

____________*Answers are correct to the best of my knowledge when posted, but should not be considered to be legal or official tax advice.*

BostonLyingIn

Level 2

The undisclosed State E-file fee that is associated with the CD/download prepaid premium package looks to me like a stealth charge. Borders on the unsavory. Is the fee state-generated or INTUIT-generated? if the latter, it is a stealth charge