Need help with filing as live-in IHSS provider

CompleteNoob · ‎February 27, 2026

I am completely new to turbotax e-filing and I'm trying to figure out how to file for EITC.

I am a live-in IHSS provider for both of my folks. I did receive my W-2 forms and they both show $0.00 in box 1 and 2.

So far I have filled out my info in turbotax and have uploaded copies of the W-2 forms. And this is where I'm stuck. The W2 forms require a review. How do I proceed from here?

Thank you.

CompleteNoob

Just wanted to provide more info. So after I uploaded the W2 forms, under Wages & Income I have Wages & Salaries, and Wages & Income Summary. When I go to Wages & Income Summary, it says "needs review". When I click on review, it takes me to W-2 summary page with REVIEW button next to each W2 form. How do I proceed? Where do I make changes to qualify for EITC?

UPDATE:

I think by uploading the W2 forms it made things more complicated, and so I decided to delete the uploads and start from the beginning by entering the info manually. I am now on the "Income & taxes withheld" page. Do I leave boxes 1-8 blank or enter 0, and select code II in box 12? Then continue?

DianeW777

The link below will help you to make sure your IHSS medicaid waiver is not subject to tax. As you go step by step you will see the correct actions for you to take. Click the link that describes your situation.