Do i have to pay what I owe to state before I get my federal refund?

[Lisa995 · Accepted solution]

Nope.   You can file both returns now, choose to pay the state via check.   Once you get your federal refund, then you send in a check for the state taxes due.  Taxes aren't due until April 18th, so as long as you send the money in before then, you're fine.