Can I use TurboTax free for multiple states?

The TurboTax Desktop Deluxe and Premier versions include one free state product download (unless purchased in a state that does not have state taxes). You can purchase as many additional state products as you need for $29.95 each.

Can TurboTax free do multiple states?

You can do multiple returns for the same state at no additional charge. But only one state is included. If you need different states, you have to pay for the additional states.

What TurboTax do I need for multiple states?

TurboTax Basic, Deluxe, Premier, and Home & Business software lets you prepare and paper-file as many state returns as you want. However, you can only e-file returns in up to three different states for each federal return you prepare. The rest will need to be paper-filed.

Can I use TurboTax If I lived in two states?

Filing Part-Year Resident Tax Returns

For the year of your move, you'll file a part-year resident tax return in each state, but don't worry – you won't have to pay double the state tax. Each state taxes the income that was earned in that particular state, but most states don't tax the income earned in the other state.

How much does TurboTax charge for a second state?

$120 for federal and $54 for each state return

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How do I add a second state to TurboTax?

Using the online editions, click on the State Taxes tab. Click on Your State Returns. Click on the Add Another State button.

How many times can I download TurboTax state?

TurboTax 2021 software can be installed, authenticated, and activated on up to 5 different computers per the TurboTax Desktop Software End User License Agreement for Tax Year 2021.

How do I file my taxes for two states for free?

While Credit Karma Tax®, a free online tax-filing service, can help you with your single-state tax return, it doesn't support multistate filings. But you may be able to file multiple state tax returns on your own by visiting each state's tax website and filling out each state's tax return.

Can I use TurboTax for state only?

No. The TurboTax state program is designed to transfer information from your federal return. For this reason, TurboTax state isn't sold as a standalone tax-preparation product. You can use TurboTax to prepare and file your federal return without your state—but not the other way around.

How do you file taxes if you lived in 2 states?

If You Lived in Two States

You'll have to file two part-year state tax returns if you moved across state lines during the tax year. One return will go to your former state. One will go to your new state. You'd divide your income and deductions between the two returns in this case.

Which tax software is best for multiple state returns?

Best for Unlimited State Returns: Jackson Hewitt. Why We Chose It: We chose Jackson Hewitt as the best tax software for unlimited state returns because of its single, low fee which covers an unlimited number of state returns.

How many tax returns can I file with TurboTax?

Up to five can be e-filed. Additional returns must be printed and mailed. You can also use TurboTax Online or the mobile app to prepare multiple returns, but each return requires its own unique login and must be paid for separately (if the return doesn't qualify for Free Edition).

Why is TurboTax charging me to file my state refund?

There are no e-file fees when using the TurboTax online editions, federal or state. There is an additional charge if you include a state tax return when using the Deluxe online edition or higher, currently $40 for each state tax return.

Does TurboTax Online include state?

TurboTax Online includes federal and state e-filing. About 75% of our customers choose this version.

Can I file my state taxes separately on TurboTax?

Yes. You can file them separately. Although state returns can be e-filed with your federal return (or after your federal return has already been accepted), it's no longer possible to e-file state returns before the federal.

Is TurboTax actually free?

Is TurboTax Free Edition really free? Yes. You can pay nothing to file your simple federal and state taxes. 60 million hard-working taxpayers can file their simple federal and state taxes for free.

Can you file multiple tax returns with TurboTax?

Up to five can be e-filed. Additional returns must be printed and mailed. You can also use TurboTax Online or the mobile app to prepare multiple returns, but each return requires its own unique login and must be paid for separately (if the return doesn't qualify for Free Edition).

Do I need to file taxes in two states?

The general rule of thumb is that you need to file taxes where you earned the money. That means you need to file a nonresident state return in the state where you worked. If you have non-work income (such as interest, income from side hustling, etc.), you'll declare that in the state where you live.

Can I file two separate tax returns for the same year?

You cannot file them separately. The amount of tax you owe is based on your total income for the year. If your total income was reported on one W-2 instead of two, the result would be the same. The only refund you are entitled to is the amount shown after entering both W-2s.

Is it better to buy TurboTax or use it online?

Most people choose to use the online service. TurboTax reported that 80% of the returns it handled came from its online products. When you have a choice between buying the software you install on your computer and paying to use the service online, you are better off buying the software download.

Can I share TurboTax with my family?

You can complete and file tax returns using the TurboTax software for anyone, it is not limited to family. However, you cannot use the software if you are being paid to prepare the tax returns as the software is not licensed for paid tax preparers.

Can I install 2 TurboTax on the same computer?

No, you can only install one personal program per computer. You will get errors if you attempt to install a second program and the program will not operate.

How many states can you e-file?

While you can file returns by mail for as many states as you need, you can only e-file up to three state returns.

How do I avoid TurboTax fees?

You can avoid the fee by changing your payment method and paying with a card when you file.