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New Member
posted Jun 4, 2019 2:56:56 PM

Purchase additional state software

Not able to purchase additonal state return

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Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 2:56:57 PM

Make sure the program is up to date ... then go to the state tab and choose a state.  If you cannot pay for it what is the exact error message ?

New Member
Jun 4, 2019 2:56:58 PM

'CONTINUE' button inactive

Returning Member
Jun 4, 2019 2:57:00 PM

I cannot purchase an Illinois tax download either.  Message is "try again". . .

Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 2:57:01 PM

You will need to contact TurboTax support for this situation ….
Go to this website to contact TurboTax support during business hours - <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://support.turbotax.intuit.com/contact/">https://support.turbotax.intuit.com/contact/</a>

Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 2:57:03 PM

sometimes a WIN 10 update can mess with things ... log out and run an OS update then reboot the computer at least twice and see if that helps.

New Member
Jun 4, 2019 2:57:04 PM

Fortunately that evening I was able to find a phone number for customer service and ordered the additional state program in a matter of minutes.  Sometimes 'old school' still works better than 'new tech'.

Returning Member
Jun 4, 2019 2:57:05 PM

Thanks to everyone for the replies.  I gave up on TT and went to the Illinois website and printed out the forms and instructions and filled them out the old way, with an ink pen.  Fortunately, Illinois has a delightfully easy tax form compared to some states.

Returning Member
Jun 4, 2019 2:57:07 PM

I cannot purchase an Illinois tax download.

Returning Member
Jun 4, 2019 2:57:08 PM

Nor can I.

Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 2:57:09 PM

You will need to contact TurboTax support for this situation ….
Go to this website to contact TurboTax support during business hours - <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://support.turbotax.intuit.com/contact/">https://support.turbotax.intuit.com/contact/</a>

New Member
Feb 1, 2020 7:57:52 AM

I had the same problem trying to purchase two states.  I tried calling customer support, after being on hold for thirty minutes, they gave up and disconnected me.  

By the way, this state purchase problem has happened every year, and I always have to call, and usually they can solve it.

 

New Member
Feb 24, 2020 6:13:00 PM

I have tried to purchase state software. I purchased Fed got Michigan for free now want CA.  But when I try to order I have to get on line with my account.  But then I had to change my password. After successfully changing, I still could not get on line to purchase.  I need some help ...this should be really simple.  I have been using TURBO tax for at least 20 years

Intuit Alumni
Feb 25, 2020 8:12:42 AM

Please contact Customer Support by clicking the link below for assistance.

 

What is the TurboTax phone number? - Community

New Member
Mar 28, 2020 1:16:02 PM

How to purchase additional state for individual in Turbotaxa

Expert Alumni
Mar 29, 2020 12:17:57 PM

If working in a TurboTax online version, you will need to enter either you lived in another state or earned money in another state in the "My Info" section.  

 

If working in a desktop version click the "Online" tab at the top of the page and "Download state."

 

If you have trouble use this link to contact a representative to assist you with the state purchase, download and install.  

New Member
Apr 7, 2022 10:09:36 AM

The exact error message is that my credit card could not be processed. It will not accept any credit card.

New Member
Apr 7, 2022 10:10:59 AM

I've called multiple times to order the state program and I keep getting hung up on.  Extremely frustrating.

Intuit Alumni
Apr 7, 2022 10:47:01 AM

You can try logging completely out of the TurboTax website, then clear your browser's cache and delete cookies. A full or corrupted cache can keep TurboTax from functioning properly. If that doesn't work, you may want to try a different browser.

If you are still unable to process your payment, please reach back out to TurboTax Customer Support for assistance. To get you to the right person, use the keywords billing issues​​​​​.

What is the TurboTax phone number?

@peppersnake

New Member
Apr 7, 2023 7:56:11 AM

I got an message to change my password, which I attempted to do. Entered codes sent to my email and cell phone but was not granted access. WHAT IS GOING ON?

Intuit Alumni
Apr 7, 2023 9:08:37 AM

It can take up to 15 minutes for the code to be emailed to you, and check your junk email folders too. Don't try to get a new code too soon; it will invalidate the old code and and you'll end up waiting longer. If you can't sign in to your Intuit Account, the easiest option is to go to account recovery and follow the steps to get into your account.

If the issue persists, please reach out to our TurboTax Customer Care team for additional assistance: Customer Care 

@mike8415