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If I need to file taxes from previous years 2016-2018, how do I complete this

How do I file a tax return from previous years 2016-2018
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If I need to file taxes from previous years 2016-2018, how do I complete this

You would have to use previous years' TurboTax products, which must be installed on a computer.

 

See https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/

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If I need to file taxes from previous years 2016-2018, how do I complete this

You would have to use previous years' TurboTax products, which must be installed on a computer.

 

See https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/

If I need to file taxes from previous years 2016-2018, how do I complete this

Online preparation and e-filing for 2016, 2017 and 2018 is permanently closed.

To file a return for a prior tax year

If you need to prepare a return for 2016, 2017, or 2018 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.

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.

 

 

Note---You have missed the deadline to receive a tax refund for a 2016 return even if one is shown on the Form 1040.  if you owe, you still must pay the tax due and the IRS will bill you later for interest and penalties.

**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.**
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