turbotax icon
cancel
Showing results for 
Search instead for 
Did you mean: 
Announcements
Close icon
Do you have a TurboTax Online account?

We'll help you get started or pick up where you left off.

theduerks
New Member

Why won't the program prompt me to enter my SC 529 contribution?

 
x
Do you have an Intuit account?

Do you have an Intuit account?

You'll need to sign in or create an account to connect with an expert.

1 Best answer

Accepted Solutions
MindyB
Expert Alumni
Intuit Approved! This answer has been verified for accuracy by an Intuit expert employee

Why won't the program prompt me to enter my SC 529 contribution?

Here is how you can enter your South Carolina 529 contributions.

 

  1. Navigate to the South Carolina section of TurboTax (State Taxes > Your State Returns > South Carolina)
  2. Continue until you arrive at the page with the heading "Here's the income that South Carolina handles differently"
  3. Page down to Education
  4. Select "Start" College Savings Plan Contributions
  5. On the next page, report the amount you contributed to a South Carolina Tuition Prepayment Program or College Investment Program

Here is some more information on deducting 529 contributions: 529 Plans and Taxes: Deductions, Tax-Free Withdrawals & More

 

View solution in original post

3 Replies
MindyB
Expert Alumni
Intuit Approved! This answer has been verified for accuracy by an Intuit expert employee

Why won't the program prompt me to enter my SC 529 contribution?

Here is how you can enter your South Carolina 529 contributions.

 

  1. Navigate to the South Carolina section of TurboTax (State Taxes > Your State Returns > South Carolina)
  2. Continue until you arrive at the page with the heading "Here's the income that South Carolina handles differently"
  3. Page down to Education
  4. Select "Start" College Savings Plan Contributions
  5. On the next page, report the amount you contributed to a South Carolina Tuition Prepayment Program or College Investment Program

Here is some more information on deducting 529 contributions: 529 Plans and Taxes: Deductions, Tax-Free Withdrawals & More

 

BobWidman
New Member

Why won't the program prompt me to enter my SC 529 contribution?

Where do I input a 529 deduction for New York State?

SusanY1
Expert Alumni

Why won't the program prompt me to enter my SC 529 contribution?

After you answer some basic questions for the New York return you'll be given a chance to make additional adjustments to federal income.  You will enter the 529 contribution in the education section. 
@BobWidman 

**Say "Thanks" by clicking the thumb icon in a post
**Mark the post that answers your question by clicking on "Mark as Best Answer"
message box icon

Get more help

Ask questions and learn more about your taxes and finances.

Post your Question