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posted Jun 3, 2019 11:42:25 AM

I just finished filling in all the info and now get this message. Is this a scam??? "To accurately complete your taxes, you need to upgrade to TurboTax Deluxe"

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Level 15
Jun 3, 2019 11:42:26 AM

Sorry, In the regular Turbo Tax Free Edition, information that you can enter is limited now.  Under the new tax laws, there are no more simple Form 1040EZ or 1040A's.  Everything goes on a little Form 1040 that has six extra "schedules" with it, and if you need any of those schedules, you are not able to use the Free Edition.  
https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-1040 

There is also The Turbo Tax Free File program which is free for federal and state.  And has more forms than the Federal Free Edition, like Schedules A, B, C , D, E, F, EIC, H, K-1, SE,  etc.

NOTE:  You will have to setup a new account with a new username and new password or it will take you back to regular Turbo Tax.

To qualify for the Free File website  you just need to meet one of these 3 things
AGI $34,000 or less
Active duty military with AGI of $66,000 or less
OR qualify for EIC (earned income credit.)

In order to use the Free File program, you have to start it at a special website.  Click on the bottom Orange button I Qualify Start Now and set up a NEW account
http://turbotax.intuit.com/taxfreedom/

Intuit Alumni
Jun 3, 2019 11:42:27 AM

You can start your tax return using TurboTax Free, but if you do not qualify for TurboTax Free, you will be prompted to upgrade. Turbo Tax fees you are charged will depend on the which Turbo Tax product you choose and any add-ons you may have selected when completing your return.

Please read the following TurboTax FAQ's listed below: 

Learn How to Review Your TurboTax Fees

Is the TurboTax Free Edition is right for you?

Learn how to downgrade your TurboTax product. 

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