Can I use free file edition to report w2-g gambling winnings? I qualify income to use free file. Turbo Tax says I need to upgrade to TT Deluxe edition.

saimm · ‎January 12, 2022

xmasbaby0 · ‎January 12, 2022

No you cannot use Free Edition for a W-2G for gambling. Either upgrade to Deluxe or try using the Free File software that will be available later in January on the IRS site.

https://apps.irs.gov/app/freeFile/

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TomK100 · ‎January 12, 2022

As xmasbaby0 noted above, the free version of TurboTax does not support entering this document.

Entering Form W-2G (Certain Gambling Winnings) in TurboTax:

Open your return in.
Search for W2G (don't include any hyphens).
Click on Jump to w2g link.
Answer Yes on the Did you win money or other prizes in 2021? screen and follow the instructions to enter your W-2G.

After you've finished entering all of your gambling winnings, we'll ask about any losses you may have had. Losses can be deducted up to the amount you reported winning, but only if you itemize.

[Edited 1/12/22 | 10:16am PST]

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Can I use free file edition to report w2-g gambling winnings? I qualify income to use free file. Turbo Tax says I need to upgrade to TT Deluxe edition.