how to fix a type in 1099 DIV recipient address

[Yuppieswewe]

During a TT review question, I mistakenly typed the wrong recipient (mine) address.

How can I go back and fix it?

[LindaS5247]

You can go back to your Form 1099-DIV and edit the address if you are using TurboTax Desktop.

If you are using Turbo Tax Desktop, you can edit the address of the payer from your Form 1099-DIV as follows:

1. Switch to Forms Mode by clicking on "Forms" at the top of your TurboTax screen. 
2. In your left panel click on the 1099-DIV that you want to edit the address on
3. The Form 1099-DIV will appear in the right panel of your TurboTax screen
4. Scroll to the bottom of your Form 1099-DIV
5. Click on the address box for the recipient
6. Edit the address

It will look something like this:

To switch to Forms mode, click on "Forms"

In your left panel select the Form 1099-DIV you want to edit:

Scroll to the bottom of your Form 1099-DIV to edit your payer address:

Click here for "Where Do I Enter Form 1099-DIV in TurboTax Online?"

Click here for "What is IRS Form 1099-DIV?"

[Yuppieswewe]

what about using the Turbo Tax online on the website?

[DianeW777]

Yes, you can edit your dividends in TurboTax Online by using the link below. Follow just to get to the page of investment income, then scroll to the various dividends to review or edit until you find the one you need to change.

• Where do I enter my 1099-DIV in TurboTax Online?

@Yuppieswewe