Why did the IRS Question my AGI on my 2017 tax return when I tried to file my 2018 return?. Used turbo on both.

[pabunz]

Turbo will not file my 2018 tax return  until 2017 is explained.

[xmasbaby0]

The IRS will not accept your 2018 return unless you enter a 2017 AGI.

[xmasbaby0 · Accepted solution]

The IRS wants your 2017 AGI to verify your identity so that you can e-file 2018.

Your 2017 tax return shows your 2017 Adjusted Gross Income  (AGI)  If you filed a joint return then the AGI is the same for each of you.

Form 1040EZ    line 4

Form 1040A       line 21

Form 1040        line 37

If you are using the same TT account that you used last year, you should also be able to find this number in your Tax Timeline for 2017

If entering the amount from your 2017 tax return does not work, then try entering “0” instead.  If that does not work and you still cannot e-file, then print, sign, and mail your tax return.

You can get a free transcript of your past return from the IRS:  

https://www.irs.gov/individuals/get-transcript

Note: If you filed late or amended your return, your correct 2017 AGI may not be in the system. 

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Note:  If you mail your federal return, you will also need to mail your state return.  You will not be able to e-file your state return.

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