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PattiF
Expert Alumni

Turbo tax is saying revist later for natural disaster what does that mean

Form 4684 is used to report Casualties and Thefts. Page 4 of this form is specifically geared to disaster relief and it has not been released yet by the IRS. 

 

Here is a link to check on the availability of this form. Form Availability

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Turbo tax is saying revist later for natural disaster what does that mean

Do I wait till the form is available then fill complete my taxes on turbo tax? Because it’s going to automatically decrease my tax refund if I don’t 

AlanT222
Expert Alumni

Turbo tax is saying revist later for natural disaster what does that mean

Yes.  If the deduction is going to increase your refund, wait until the form is available to file your income tax return.  

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Turbo tax is saying revist later for natural disaster what does that mean

The form is saying available 03/04/2021 but it's still not popping up on turbo tax.  

Cass0317
Intuit Alumni

Turbo tax is saying revist later for natural disaster what does that mean

@tybaker1029 The form may be available but you haven't downloaded the latest update.

If you are using the CD/Download version please try performing an update. Please see the instructions in the following link: How do I update my TurboTax CD/Download software program?

 

Turbo tax is saying revist later for natural disaster what does that mean

Is there something special I need to do to download it, I was just using turbotax.com 

Cynthiad66
Expert Alumni

Turbo tax is saying revist later for natural disaster what does that mean

 

 

Here is a link to check on the availability of this form. Form Availability.  If it is currently available, use these instructions:

 

To enter Casualty and Theft Form 4684 in TurboTax:

  1. Go to the "Federal Taxes" tab
  2. Click on "Deductions & Credit
  3. Scroll down to "Other Deductions and Credits" and click on "show more" to the right of itClick "Start" next to "Casualties and Thefts" continue to follow the onscreen guide.

 

Use this Link for more information 

Tax Victims of Disaster Loss

 

Who May Be Entitled to Relief

For taxpayers who were affected by a federally declared disaster, here’s how to determine if you are eligible for relief:

  • Individuals whose principal residence and any business entity whose place of business is located in counties designated as federally declared disaster areas.
  • Any individual who is a relief worker assisting in a covered disaster area, regardless of whether they are affiliated with a recognized government or philanthropic organizations.
  • Individuals whose principal residence and any business entity whose principal place of business is not located in a covered disaster area but whose records necessary to meet the filing or payment deadline are maintained in a covered disaster area.
  • Estates or trust that have tax records necessary to meet filing or payment deadlines in a covered disaster area.
  • Any spouse of an affected taxpayer with regard to a joint return of the husband and wife.

 

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Turbo tax is saying revist later for natural disaster what does that mean

It has 03/04/2021 of when the form is available,  or do I have to wait till it actually says "available" because I am currently not seeing that option when I follow the above steps. 

Turbo tax is saying revist later for natural disaster what does that mean

Form 4684 is available.  If you have downloaded or desktop software, please run an update.  

 

 

To enter Casualty and Theft Form 4684 in TurboTax:

  1. Go to the "Federal Taxes" tab
  2. Click on "Deductions & Credit
  3. Scroll down to "Other Deductions and Credits" and click on "show more." Click "Start" next to "Casualties and Thefts" continue to follow the onscreen guide.

You can also type casualties and thefts in the search box and then Jump to casualties and thefts.

 

Use this Link for more information 

Tax Victims of Disaster Loss

 

Who May Be Entitled to Relief

For taxpayers who were affected by a federally declared disaster, here’s how to determine if you are eligible for relief:

  • Individuals whose principal residence and any business entity whose place of business is located in counties designated as federally declared disaster areas.
  • Any individual who is a relief worker assisting in a covered disaster area, regardless of whether they are affiliated with a recognized government or philanthropic organizations.
  • Individuals whose principal residence and any business entity whose principal place of business is not located in a covered disaster area but whose records necessary to meet the filing or payment deadline are maintained in a covered disaster area.
  • Estates or trust that have tax records necessary to meet filing or payment deadlines in a covered disaster area.
  • Any spouse of an affected taxpayer with regard to a joint return of the husband and wife.
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