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Returning Member
posted Feb 13, 2020 3:43:04 PM

I make under $65k yet I'm charged for the self-employed version but don't' qualify for free version because I need form 982 only available for the deluxe version?

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Level 15
Feb 13, 2020 3:45:42 PM

There are 10 companies that participate in the IRS FREE FILE system ... use the lookup tool to see which one you qualify for :  https://www.irs.gov/filing/free-file-do-your-federal-taxes-for-free

Returning Member
Feb 13, 2020 3:48:23 PM

You clearly didn't read my question. Just because I"m self-employed doesn't mean I should have to pay for filing, and turbotax is only letting you get the F982 if you downgrade to the deluxe version online - which I don't need - it's not available on the self-employed version, though that's the highest version available. WHY can't I get the 982 with the self-employed version and WHY and I being charged for it when my AGI is well under $65k

Level 15
Feb 13, 2020 3:50:10 PM

@wdlndgreasil wrote:

You clearly didn't read my question. Just because I"m self-employed doesn't mean I should have to pay for filing, and turbotax is only letting you get the F982 if you downgrade to the deluxe version online - which I don't need - it's not available on the self-employed version, though that's the highest version available. WHY can't I get the 982 with the self-employed version and WHY and I being charged for it when my AGI is well under $65k

If you are eligible you can use the TurboTax Free File Program which is free to file both a federal and state tax return. The Free File Program edition is a full featured personal tax program and on a separate website from the TurboTax online editions.

 

To qualify for free 2019 federal and state tax returns with the Free File Program, you'll need to meet at least one of these requirements:

  • A maximum 2019 adjusted gross income (AGI) of $36,000; or
  • You qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC); or
  • You served as active duty military (including Reservists and National Guard) with a maximum 2019 AGI of $69,000 (you'll also need a military-issued W-2).

See this TurboTax support FAQ on the Free File Program - https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1900583-what-is-the-turbotax-free-file-program

See this TurboTax support FAQ for the difference between the Free File Progam and the Free edition - https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/2572617-what-s-the-difference-between-free-file-program-and-free-e...

And see this TurboTax support FAQ on how to switch to the TurboTax Free File Program - https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/2026912-how-do-i-switch-to-turbotax-free-file-program