I haven't filed taxes since 2017 when I was rejected because of 2016. I haven't filed since. Been without a job until 2018 at my current job. How do I fix it?

[onewith0]

I've had my current job since 2019 but I didnt file last year because of my past years not filed. 2016 -2018

[xmasbaby0]

You can use TurboTax desktop software to prepare separate returns for each of the returns from 2017 to 2019---online is only for 2020 and cannot be used for any other year.

Online preparation and e-filing for 2017, 2018 and 2019 is permanently closed.

To file a return for a prior tax year

If you need to prepare a return for 2017, 2018, or 2019 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.

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.

Not sure what happened with your 2016 return, but you have forfeited your refund now if you were supposed to get one.  If you owe for 2016 you still need to pay and your penalties and interest have been adding up.

Get yourself out of the weeds with this and prepare your returns and mail them in!

What if I do not file my tax return?

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/2572308-what-happens-if-i-don-t-file-my-taxes

[VolvoGirl]

Each year is separate.  You don't have to wait to file the prior years to file 2019 or 2020.  

[xmasbaby0]

Hope you saved your W-2's.    If you lost them-----

You might need to phone, drop in, email and/or snail mail an old employer to make sure they know where to send your W-2.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/2561916-how-can-i-get-a-copy-of-my-w-2

Other ways to get W-2’s:

Pay Social Security $90 per W-2:

https://www.irs.gov/help-resources/tools-faqs/faqs-for-individuals/frequently-asked-tax-questions-an...

You can get a wage and income transcript from the IRS:  It will not show the actual W-2, 1099’s, etc, but will show the income information the IRS received.  It will not, however, show your state information. It will only show the federal information.

https://www.irs.gov/individuals/get-transcript