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My son needs to file his 2017 and 2018 taxes... Is he able to use my program if I've already used it and if so what's the process?

 
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My son needs to file his 2017 and 2018 taxes... Is he able to use my program if I've already used it and if so what's the process?

If you have the desktop software for 2017 and 2018 then he can use your computer to prepare his returns.  A 2017 return cannot be e-filed.  It must be printed, signed and mailed.  

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 received the return.

He can use your 2018 software to prepare a 2018 return.  With desktop software you get up to five federal e-files so if you have not used up your limit of five, he can e-file his 2018 return.  If you have used your limit then he needs to print, sign and mail 2018.

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