Can I file my taxes now and then re-file with Full Service? To do this do I need to leave Full Service, file, set up Full Service again?

[sonialiap]

I'd like to try filing myself to see if I need to pay and pay it before April 18th, but then have a TurboTax advisor help me file my taxes properly to make sure I didn't miss anything. Is this possible when I've already signed up for Full Service? Do I need to leave Full Service, file, then set up the Full Service info again?

[VolvoGirl]

I guess you could, but if you file yourself then to refile you have to file an Amended 1040X return.  Actually I don't know if you can add Full Service after you file.  You should try to file right the first time.  

What is LIVE Full Service
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/choosing-a-product/help/what-is-full-service-by-turbotax-live/00/2...

To cancel FULL SERVICE an expert employee said…..
To cancel Full Service, you must go to the initial meeting and indicate that you no longer want the service or contact support directly. Clear & Start Over will only work to downgrade products (like TTO Live to non-TTO Live, or Deluxe to Basic) but not to cancel Full Service.

[sonialiap]

Thanks for replying! I haven't yet had a call with Full Service, just scheduled the first call, but the scheduled call is for April 19 which is why I was considering self filing to decrease penalties for late payments (since neither Fed nor state extend payment deadline and want them by the 18th).

[VolvoGirl]

So just file an extension with a payment.  

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/extensions/help/how-do-i-file-an-irs-extension-form-4868-in-turbot... 

[fanfare]

You don’t need to file Form 4868 if you make a payment using the IRS
electronic payment options. Your extension will be automatically
processed when you pay part or all of your estimated income tax
electronically. You can pay online or by phone.
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You can pay all or part of your estimated income tax due and **indicate that the payment is for an extension** using Direct Pay, the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System, or using a credit or debit card. Your extension is then automatically granted and you will receive a confirmation number for your records.

Any amount will do.

[sonialiap]

Thank you very much, for the advice!