Unless there is an early distribution penalty, then Deluxe or higher.
The reason is to report an early withdrawal penalty you need form 5329 and the 1040 form line 59 to report it. The Free edition is only for simple 1040EZ/A forms that do not have line 59.
Can one use the Basic version if they have a 1099-R where part of the distribution was returned back, creating a rollover and not a withdrawn early situation? So basically my question is, will the Basic version allow us to enter the amount on the 1099-R that was returned within the 60days alotted?
@ Smartpj
Yes, there are follow up questions where you can indicate that you rolled it over. That does not require an upgrade from Deluxe.
Do I understand your answer correctly, we need the Deluxe version if we have a 1099-R?
I do not know which document to fill out if I only have a 1099-R! Do I use a 1040 or another document?
Yes, you would file a 1040.
Please complete the following steps to enter your 1099-R: