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I didn't file 2020 taxes yet. I have always used TurboTax. Can I still file 2020 Tax even though its so late w/ TurboTax? Or do I need to hire a dedicated tax person?

 
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I didn't file 2020 taxes yet. I have always used TurboTax. Can I still file 2020 Tax even though its so late w/ TurboTax? Or do I need to hire a dedicated tax person?

Sorry Online is only for 2021 now. It's too late to start a 2020 online return or use the mobile app, either on Turbo Tax or the IRS.

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 have a simple return and want to file for free you can fill out the forms by hand. Here are some basic forms.....
Here is the 2020 1040 return
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040--2020.pdf

or if you want bigger type use 1040SR for Seniors,
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s--2020.pdf

2020 1040 Instructions
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/i1040gi--2020.pdf

2020 EIC and Tax Tables
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/i1040tt--2020.pdf

Schedules 1-3
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s1--2020.pdf
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s2--2020.pdf
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/f1040s3--2020.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.

Then when you do file 2021 enter 0 for the 2020 AGI since you are filing 2020 late.

I didn't file 2020 taxes yet. I have always used TurboTax. Can I still file 2020 Tax even though its so late w/ TurboTax? Or do I need to hire a dedicated tax person?

You can use TurboTax software IF you have a full PC or Mac and can use the CD/download.

 

Online preparation and e-filing for 2018 and 2019 and 2020 is permanently closed.

To file a return for a prior tax year

 If you need to prepare a return for 2018, 2019 or 2020 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/community/state-taxes/help/how-do-i-contact-my-state-department-of-revenue/0... 

 

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.

 

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.

 

 

 

If you are getting a refund, there is not a penalty for filing past the deadline.  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.

 

 

 

 

Since you are filing a late 2020 return, the IRS will not have a 2020 AGI in the system for you.  When the 2021 software asks for your 2020 AGI so that you can e-file 2021, use “zero.”  If you cannot e-file by using zero then you will have to print, sign and mail your 2021 return.

**Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to offer the most correct information possible. The poster disclaims any legal responsibility for the accuracy of the information that is contained in this post.**
sand475
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I didn't file 2020 taxes yet. I have always used TurboTax. Can I still file 2020 Tax even though its so late w/ TurboTax? Or do I need to hire a dedicated tax person?

I just filed an order for download of 2020 tax and gave the info for my card and i cant get into anything to do my 2020 tax's can someone check this out for me?

I didn't file 2020 taxes yet. I have always used TurboTax. Can I still file 2020 Tax even though its so late w/ TurboTax? Or do I need to hire a dedicated tax person?


@sand475 wrote:

I just filed an order for download of 2020 tax and gave the info for my card and i cant get into anything to do my 2020 tax's can someone check this out for me?


You had to purchase the 2020 TurboTax software to download and install on your personal computer from this website - https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/

 

You have to sign onto your download account to access your download - https://shopping.turbotax.intuit.com/unified/downloads?route=myaccounts

 

Find download using Windows - https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/installing/help/find-your-turbotax-for-windows-software-download/0...

Install TurboTax for Windows - https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/refund-status/help/how-do-i-install-the-turbotax-software-for-wind...

 

Find download using Mac - https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/installing/help/find-your-turbotax-for-mac-software-download/01/25...

Install TurboTax for Mac - https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/installing/help/how-do-i-install-the-turbotax-software-for-mac/01/...


Troubleshoot install for Windows - https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/troubleshooting/help/troubleshoot-installing-and-running-turbotax-...

 

Troubleshoot install for Mac - https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/installing/help/turbotax-for-the-mac-installation-troubleshooter/0...

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