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My state return was Preview Only. I received the email notification that it was ready to be finished so I logged in but it was still Preview Only. How can I finish it?

I tried logging directly and closing my browser and then using the "Finish Now" link in the email.
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MichelleLO
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My state return was Preview Only. I received the email notification that it was ready to be finished so I logged in but it was still Preview Only. How can I finish it?

Which state are you trying to file in?

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My state return was Preview Only. I received the email notification that it was ready to be finished so I logged in but it was still Preview Only. How can I finish it?

Also, if past years follow this year too.  IF you've already e-filed the Federal tax return, the state tax return may be locked until the IRS responds with either an "Accepted" or a "Rejected".

 

1)  IF they Reject the previously e-file Fed, then you'll have to fix it, then should be able to e-file both.....going thru review and error checks again would be needed first too.

2)  IF they Accept the Fed, only then should you be able to continue to e-file the state...BUT...you should run thru the State review and error check first anyhow.

 

____________*Answers are correct to the best of my knowledge when posted, but should not be considered to be legal or official tax advice.*

My state return was Preview Only. I received the email notification that it was ready to be finished so I logged in but it was still Preview Only. How can I finish it?

Is this something specific to the free edition? I've used the paid edition for many years and never had this happen but this is my first year filing free.

MichelleLO
Intuit Alumni

My state return was Preview Only. I received the email notification that it was ready to be finished so I logged in but it was still Preview Only. How can I finish it?

No, it is not specific to TurboTax Free Edition. As @SteamTrain mentioned, if you are not able to file your federal and state tax returns together, you then have to wait for the IRS to accept your federal return before coming back to file your state. Please see this TurboTax FAQ for more information: How do I e-file my state after I already filed my federal?

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