Do I need to file a 2024 tax return ?

[melissawhaley1966]

And a 2023 tax return ?

[xmasbaby0]

No one in the user forum can see your information.  We do not know if you need to file returns for 2023 and 2024.    If you had taxable income for those years and did not file, it is very possible that you need to file.

You cannot change the tax year.   The current online program is for 2025 only.   Only a 2025 return can be prepared online and only a 2025 return can be e-filed.

Online preparation and e-filing for 2022, 2023, and  2024 is permanently closed.

Note:  The desktop software you need to prepare the prior year return must be installed/downloaded to a full PC or Mac.  It cannot be used on a mobile device.

To file a return for a prior tax year

 If you need to prepare a return for 2022, 2023, or 2024  you can purchase and download desktop software to do it, then print, sign,  and mail the return(s)

https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/

You may also want to explore purchasing the software from various retailers such as Amazon, Costco, Best Buy, Walmart, Sam’s, etc.

Remember to prepare your state return as well—if you live in a state that has a state income tax.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/state-taxes/contact-state-department-rev...

https://www.irs.gov/refunds

Refunds for tax years 2021 or earlier have been forfeited and will not be paid to you even if shown on the tax return form.  But if you owe tax due, you will still have to pay, and you will be billed later for the interest and penalties owed.  TurboTax will not calculate the penalties or  interest.   That will be done by the IRS/state after they receive your return with your payment of the tax due as shown on the tax form(s).

When you mail a tax return, you need to attach any documents showing tax withheld, such as your W-2’s or any 1099’s.  Use a mailing service that will track it, such as UPS or certified mail so you will know the IRS/state received the return.

Federal and state returns must be in separate envelopes and they are mailed to different addresses.  Read the mailing instructions that print with your tax return carefully so you mail them to the right addresses.

[MindyB]

It depends primarily on your gross income, filing status, and age. 

For the 2023 tax year, most single individuals under age 65 needed to file if their income exceeded $13,850, while married couples filing jointly had a threshold of $27,700. 

For the 2024 tax year, a single person needed to file if they earned over $14,600, and married couples filing jointly were required to file if they earned over $29,200. 

If you are aged 65 or older, the filing requirement threshold is higher. In 2023, the additional amount was $1,850 if you were single or Head of Household, and $1,500 per qualifying spouse if you were married. For the 2024 tax year, the additional amount was $1,950 for single or Head of Household filers and $1,550 per qualifying spouse for those married filing jointly.

Even if you aren't required to file, you may want to if you had any tax withheld to get a refund or if you are eligible for refundable credits.  You should also check your specific state's rules, as some states have much lower filing requirements.