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New Member
posted Dec 11, 2020 1:50:51 PM

How do I file my 2019 taxes

Can I complete my 2019 taxes before starting 2020

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Level 15
Dec 11, 2020 1:53:49 PM

You can complete the 2019 tax return at any time.  

Note that when you are e-filing the 2020 tax return you will be asked to enter the 2019 AGI.  Since the 2019 tax return will be processed late by the IRS, enter a 0 (zero) for the 2019 AGI

 

To complete and file a 2019 tax return using TurboTax you would need to purchase, download and install on a personal computer one of the 2019 desktop editions from this website - https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/

 

A 2019 tax return can only be printed and mailed, it cannot be e-filed.

Level 15
Dec 11, 2020 1:56:07 PM

Sorry 2019 is closed for online and Efiling.  2019 is now the prior year.  And you are too late to use the free service.

 

You now have to print and mail prior year returns.  Be sure to attach copies of your W2s and any 1099s that have withholding on them.  You have to mail federal and state in separate envelopes because they go to different places.  Get a tracking number from the post office when you mail them for proof of filing.

 

How to finish a return you started online

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/prior-year-return/help/how-do-i-finish-a-prior-year-return-that-i-started-in-turbotax-online/01/26322

 

To do a prior year return you have to buy the Desktop program here,

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

You will need a full Windows or Mac to install it on.

 

If you want to file for free you can fill out the forms by hand.  Here are some basic forms.....

 

Here is the 2019 1040 return

https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040--2019.pdf

 

or if you want bigger type use 1040SR for Seniors,

https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s--2019.pdf

 

2019 Instructions https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/i1040gi--2019.pdf

2019 EIC and Tax Tables https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/i1040tt--2019.pdf

 

2019 Schedules 1-3

https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s1--2019.pdf

https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s2--2019.pdf

https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s3--2019.pdf

 

Don’t forget your state.  And you will have to print and mail your returns.  So be sure to attach copies of your W2s and any 1099s that have withholding on them.  You have to mail federal and state in separate envelopes because they go to different places.  Get a tracking number from the post office when you mail them for proof of filing.

 

 

Level 15
Dec 11, 2020 2:36:09 PM

Since you are filing a late 2019 return, the IRS will not have a 2019 AGI in the system for you.  When the 2020 software asks for your 2019 AGI so that you can e-file 2020, use “zero.”  If you cannot e-file by using zero then you will have to print, sign and mail your 2020 return.

New Member
Mar 11, 2021 9:16:01 AM

I need to file my 2019 taxes

Level 15
Mar 11, 2021 9:18:28 AM

See my post above for how to file 2019.  

New Member
Apr 12, 2021 10:42:33 AM

I need to file my 2019 at,ex before file 2020

Level 15
Apr 12, 2021 10:45:12 AM


@Skeeter_1953 wrote:

I need to file my 2019 at,ex before file 2020


To complete and file a 2019 tax return using TurboTax you would need to purchase, download and install on a personal computer one of the 2019 desktop editions from this website - https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/

 

A 2019 tax return can only be printed and mailed, it cannot be e-filed.

New Member
May 14, 2021 4:04:54 PM

you charged my credit but I still cant excess the information to file 2019 taxes

Expert Alumni
May 14, 2021 4:17:23 PM

What were you charged for?   Where you using TurboTax Online.   Here are the instructions to complete a 2019 that you started but did not file before e-filing closed.  @coodie55

 

How do I finish a prior-year return that I started in TurboTax Online?

 

New Member
May 17, 2021 11:59:20 AM

how do I file my 2019 tax

Level 15
May 17, 2021 12:04:38 PM

Sorry, Online for 2019 and prior is closed now so you can not start a new 2019 or prior return or finish one. Online is only for 2020. Oct 15, was the last day to efile.  2019 is now the prior year. If you entered 2019 into the 2020 online version you should clear out your online return so you can use it for 2020.
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/using-turbotax/help/how-do-i-clear-and-start-over-in-turbotax-online/00/26444

Did you start an Online return? How to finish a prior year online return
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/prior-year-return/help/how-do-i-finish-a-prior-year-return-that-i-started-in-turbotax-online/00/26322

Or How to file a prior year
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/using-turbotax/help/how-do-i-prepare-a-prior-year-tax-return/00/25984

You can only buy the download for prior years. You have to buy a separate program for each year. They only sell the last 3 years. You need a full Windows or Mac computer to install it on. Buy the download here
https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/

You have to print and mail prior year returns. 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 received the return. Don’t forget state.

Important! Mail Federal and State in separate envelopes and mail each year in separate envelopes.

If you are getting a refund, there is not a penalty for filing past the deadline. You have 3 years to file for a refund. If you owe taxes, the interest/penalties will be calculated by the IRS based on how much you owe and when they receive your return and payment. The IRS will bill you for this; it will not be calculated by TurboTax.

If you want to file for free you can fill out the forms by hand. Here are some basic forms…..

Here is the IRS 2019 Form 1040
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040--2019.pdf

or if you want bigger type use 1040SR for Seniors,
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s--2019.pdf

And 2019 Instructions https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/i1040gi--2019.pdf

2019 Tax and EIC Tables
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/i1040tt--2019.pdf

Sch 1 : https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s1--2019.pdf
Sch 2 : https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s2--2019.pdf
Sch 3 : https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s3--2019.pdf

Then when you do file 2020 enter 0 for the 2019 AGI since you are filing 2019 late.

I have links for other years too.

New Member
May 17, 2021 5:56:35 PM

I purchased the 2019 download, but it did not work.

Level 15
May 17, 2021 6:03:03 PM

What didn't work?  Could you install it?  Windows or Mac?

 

How to download your software purchase

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/installing/help/how-do-i-download-the-software-i-purchased-at-turbotax-com/00/26075

 

 

Expert Alumni
May 17, 2021 6:04:18 PM

What do you mean it does not work?  You have to install the program on your computer.   

 

2019 taxes.     If you have already purchased it, it will be in your download account and you can install it from there.   

New Member
Jun 21, 2021 7:47:28 AM

I ordered the turbo tax download assuming it would allow me to complete any year.  It gave me 2020 but I need to 2019.  I have already paid $50.00 and don't want to have to pay another $79 to get 2019.  Can you assist me with this?

Level 15
Jun 21, 2021 7:55:46 AM


@Krissy1472 wrote:

I ordered the turbo tax download assuming it would allow me to complete any year.  It gave me 2020 but I need to 2019.  I have already paid $50.00 and don't want to have to pay another $79 to get 2019.  Can you assist me with this?


Each tax year is a separate TurboTax program.

 

Go to this TurboTax website to request a refund for the software purchased from TurboTax - https://support.turbotax.intuit.com/forms/refund-request.jsp
Use this TurboTax website to check your orders and payments -
https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/cd-download/order-status/

 

To complete and file a 2019 tax return using TurboTax you would need to purchase, download and install on a personal computer one of the 2019 desktop editions from this website - https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/

 

A 2019 tax return can only be printed and mailed, it cannot be e-filed.

Level 15
Jun 21, 2021 7:57:23 AM

You can call in and see if they will switch it to the 2019 program.  Or give you a refund.  Did you already do 2020?  

 

Contact Customer Service
5am-5pm Pacific Time
Monday-Friday
https://support.turbotax.intuit.com/contact/

What is the Turbo Tax phone number
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/using-turbotax/help/what-is-the-turbotax-phone-number/00/25632

 

New Member
Jul 23, 2021 11:23:36 AM

How do I file my 2019 taxes.  I just purchased Turbo Tax Canada but cannot seem to access it

Level 15
Jul 23, 2021 11:24:16 AM


@Joyouus wrote:

How do I file my 2019 taxes.  I just purchased Turbo Tax Canada but cannot seem to access it


This is the TurboTax US user community website.
Go to this TurboTax Canada website for assistance with a Canadian tax return or the TurboTax Canada editions - https://turbotax.community.intuit.ca/community/turbotax-support/help/03/en-ca

Returning Member
Apr 6, 2022 4:28:32 PM

I am trying to straighten out my 2019 and my 2020 1040s both filed turbo premier if I knew the problem I would try my best to correct any errors I have made can you help

Expert Alumni
Apr 6, 2022 5:09:01 PM

Since we can't see your tax returns in this forum, if you can clarify your issue, we'll try to help.

 

Did you actually file your 2019 and 2020 returns or are you still trying to file them?

 

Here's How to Access a Prior Year Return and a link to Contact TurboTax Support (where they can actually access your returns). 

 

@Rcheatham

Returning Member
Apr 8, 2022 9:26:10 AM

can you look to see the status of my 2019 and my 2020 1040 returns?

Returning Member
Apr 8, 2022 9:29:49 AM

previously I filed with turbo Tax I just wondered if you could see anything that I am unable to?

Level 15
Apr 8, 2022 9:29:52 AM

@Rcheatham No.   No one can check them for you.   We have no access to your information at all.

 

TurboTax does not get any information at all from the IRS after you file your tax return.  No one at TurboTax knows what the IRS is doing with your return.

 

The IRS refund site is not showing information now for 2019 or 2020 refunds.  It is only showing 2021 refund information, so if you try to track a 2020 refund it will tell you there is no information.

 

There have been a lot of delays for some 2019 and 2020  federal refunds.  Did you mail your return or e-file?

 

If you mailed it:

 

MAILED RETURNS

 

 

 

If  you mail a tax return (or a payment) to the IRS, it is a good idea to use a mailing service that will track it like UPS or certified mail so you will know it was received.

 

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. 

 

TurboTax will not know anything about your mailed return, and will continue to show “Ready to Mail” on your account.  TurboTax will not know that you put your tax return in an envelope and took it to a mailbox.  TurboTax does not get updates on mailed  (or e-filed) returns.

 

The IRS refund site is only showing information about 2021 refunds now so it will not show anything about your 2020 refund.

 

 

Or......

 

 

Did you e-file?  Did you click a big orange button that said “Transmit my returns now?”

 

When you e-file your federal return you will receive two emails from TurboTax.  The first one will say that your return was submitted.  The second email will tell you if your federal return was accepted or rejected.  If you e-filed a state return, there will be a third email to tell you if the state accepted or rejected your state return.

 

Does your TT account say that your return was accepted?  Or does it say something else—like “rejected”, “printed” or “ready to mail?”  If it does not say accepted then it was not filed unless you put it in an envelope yourself and mailed it.

 

 TurboTax does not mail your tax return for you.

 

 

If your e-file was accepted:

 

 

If you chose to have your fees deducted from your federal refund:

 

Santa Barbara Tax Products Group, LLC  (SBTPG) is the bank that handles the Refund Processing Service when you choose to have your TurboTax fees deducted from your refund. This option also has an additional charge from the bank that processes the transaction. 

You can contact them SBTPG, toll-free, at 1-877-908-7228 or go to their secure website www.sbtpg.com 

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/2580357-who-provides-the-refund-processing-service

 

 

To call the IRS:IRS:  800-829-1040  hours 7 AM - 7 PM local time Mon-Fri

Listen to each menu before making the selection.

First choose your language. Press 1 for English.

Then do NOT choose the first choice re: "Refund", or it will send you to an automated phone line.

Instead, press 2 for "personal income tax".

Then press 1 for "form, tax history, or payment".  

Then press 3 "for all other questions."

Then press 2 "for all other questions."  It should then transfer you to an agent.

 

 

TAX ADVOCATE

 

At the following IRS website, find the USA map and click on your state, and it will give you the number of your area's IRS Taxpayer Advocate.

http://www.irs.gov/uac/Contact-a-Local-Taxpayer-Advocate

 

Also see this article for more info on how the Taxpayer Advocate Service works::
http://www.irs.gov/taxtopics/tc104.html