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When i tried to print my tax documents i received this message "It looks like you need to pay first to instantly access your TurboTax returns what is this ?

 
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JeanneLO
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When i tried to print my tax documents i received this message "It looks like you need to pay first to instantly access your TurboTax returns what is this ?

You may be receiving this message because the version you are using has been upgraded from TurboTax Free Edition. In order to print you will get this message if upgraded.

The TurboTax Free Edition is free as long as you file a 1040EZ (or 1040A with the standard deduction) and don't select any add-ons or upgrades.

The version of TurboTax you need to use is determined by the information/answers you have entered into your return. It may be that one of the forms you need to file is required in a higher version of TurboTax vs. the Free Edition.

You can see what fees currently are linked to your TurboTax account. Just click below on "Review your fees":

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3300257

Here is a link for the TurboTax Product Comparison Chart. Scroll down for "all product details":

https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/compare/online/

If you don't need the higher version, you can clear and start over to remove the upgraded version as long as you have not already registered for TurboTax Free Edition:

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3288495

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