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posted Jun 4, 2019 5:56:22 PM

I am told that I must file Federal return before I can e-file California return. I owe Fed but get a refund from state. Why?

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Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 5:56:23 PM

It is to reduce tax fraud. You don't have to pay your federal tax due until April 18. Go ahead and file and pay later. TurboTax should print you a voucher to mail in with your payment check.

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Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 5:56:23 PM

It is to reduce tax fraud. You don't have to pay your federal tax due until April 18. Go ahead and file and pay later. TurboTax should print you a voucher to mail in with your payment check.