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Shopping & Buying
- Top Answers
  - 2012 Tax Law Changes: We've Got You Covered!
    Don't worry about the 2012 tax law changes- we've got you covered! Despite what you may have heard, you are probably not affected by the 2012 American Taxpayer Relief Act.
  - TurboTax Orders, Charges, and Statements
    Here are some of our users' common questions about orders, charges, and statements, including TurboTax Advantage.
  - Where Is My Order?
    We have a convenient, automated system for finding the status of your order at any time.
  - How do I find my TurboTax fees from previous years?
    If you purchased your TurboTax directly from Intuit, here's how to get a copy of your order which lists the fees you paid.
  - How do I update the info in "My Account", such as my e-mail or billing address?
    To update your account info, click My Account in the upper right corner of any page on turbotax.com.
  - Find the best TurboTax version for you
    Let us help you choose the best version of TurboTax for your tax situation by taking this short quiz.
- Product Charges & Fees
  - TurboTax Orders, Charges, and Statements
    Here are some of our users' common questions about orders, charges, and statements, including TurboTax Advantage.
  - Deciphering Your Credit or Debit Card Statement
    Identify charges appearing on your credit card, debit card, or bank statement.
  - How do I find my TurboTax fees from previous years?
    If you purchased your TurboTax directly from Intuit, get a copy of your order which lists the fees you paid.
  - Why Am I Charged for a Free TurboTax Online Product?
    We do not charge our customers for free versions of TurboTax. If you selected additional products and services, you will be charged fees for those items.
- Product Refunds & Returns
  - TurboTax Satisfaction Guarantee
    We want you to be completely satisfied with your TurboTax software, but if you're not, you can request a full refund within 60 days of purchase under our unconditional money-back guarantee.
  - Maximum Refund Guarantee or Your Money Back
    If you get a larger refund or smaller tax due from another tax preparation method, we'll refund the applicable TurboTax federal and/or state purchase price paid.
  - Getting Your State E-Filing Rebate When You Use Basic for Desktop
    You are eligible for a rebate of your state e-filing fee if you use the TurboTax Basic CD/Download software to e-file a return for a state that is a member of the Free File Alliance (FFA).
  - Can I Switch Back to a Lower-Priced TurboTax?
    We want you to use the version of TurboTax that best fits your tax situation, but the choice to upgrade – or not – is yours
- TurboTax Advantage
  - What is TurboTax Advantage (Automatic Renewal) and How Do I Enroll?
    Learn all about TurboTax Advantage (formerly known as Automatic Renewal).
  - Am I enrolled in TurboTax Advantage?
    Here's how to verify if you have already signed up for TurboTax Advantage.
  - I forgot my TurboTax Advantage user ID, password, or security answer
    If you cannot log into your TurboTax Advantage account, we can help
  - TurboTax Advantage Orders, Shipments and Statements
    Learn all about TurboTax Advantage orders, shipments and statements.
  - How to Update Your TurboTax Advantage Account & Credit Card Info
    Here's how to update your auto renewal payment info, contact info, and/or product choices.
  - Cancelling or refunding TurboTax Advantage enrollment
    Cancel your TurboTax Advantage enrollment and TurboTax product order.
- My Account
  - How do I update the info in "My Account", such as my e-mail or billing address?
    To update your account info, click My Account in the upper right corner of any page on turbotax.com.
  - How to Update Your TurboTax Advantage (Automatic Renewal) Account & Credit Card Info
    Here's how to update your auto renewal payment info, contact info, and/or product choices.
  - Forgot Your TurboTax User ID or Password?
    To keep your information secure, you may have to answer a few questions before you can access your TurboTax Online account again.
- Compare Products
  - TurboTax Buyer's Guide
    Find the right product for your tax situation this year.
  - Buyer's Guide - Should I use TurboTax Online or CD/Download?
    Choosing between TurboTax Online and CD/Download is easy if you have all the details.
  - Personal Tax Products and Services
    Choose the TurboTax personal product that best fits your current needs.
  - Find the best TurboTax version for you
    Let us help you choose the best version of TurboTax for your tax situation by taking this short quiz.
- Buying
  - TurboTax System Requirements
    For easy tax preparation, make sure your computer meets these standards before you buy TurboTax.
  - Entering Your Service Code in TurboTax Online
    Here's how to redeem your service code in TurboTax.
  - Download Your TurboTax Software Purchase
    After you've purchased a downloadable product from turbotax.com, you can re-download it as often as you like for up to 3 years after purchase.
  - Purchase Additional State Programs
    If you need to file multiple state tax returns, here's how to purchase additional state programs.
  - Do I have to buy a new TurboTax program every year?
    Every year, tax laws and forms change, and in turn, we have to completely revise TurboTax to comply with the current federal and state requirements.
Download & Install
- Top Answers
  - Windows Installer and .NET Errors
    Windows Installer, .NET errors, and other issues that can occur when installing or running TurboTax for Windows software
  - TurboTax System Requirements
    Minimum requirements for TurboTax software for Windows and Mac, plus TurboTax Online
  - Download Your TurboTax Software Purchase
    After you've purchased a downloadable product from turbotax.com, you can download it again for up to 3 years after purchase
  - Download TurboTax State for Windows
    How to download through your TurboTax software or from our Online store
  - How to Update TurboTax
    Our updates provide the latest available tax forms, bug fixes, and enhancements for your TurboTax software
- Downloading
  - Download Your TurboTax Software Purchase
    After you've purchased a downloadable product from turbotax.com, you can download it again for up to 3 years after purchase
  - Download TurboTax State for Windows
    How to download through your TurboTax for Windows software or from our Online store
  - Download TurboTax State for Mac
    How to download through your TurboTax for Mac software or from our Online store
  - TurboTax Download FAQs
    Everything you wanted to know about downloading your TurboTax software
  - Find Your Download (Windows)
    What to do if you can't find the TurboTax product you just downloaded.
- Installing
  - TurboTax System Requirements
    Minimum requirements for TurboTax software for Windows and Mac, plus TurboTax Online
  - Windows Installer and .NET Errors
    Windows Installer, .NET errors, and other issues that can occur when installing or running TurboTax for Windows software
  - Troubleshoot Installing TurboTax for Windows
    Use this troubleshooting guide if you're having problems installing TurboTax for Windows
  - Installing TurboTax for Windows
    How to install your TurboTax for Windows CD or downloadable software
  - Security Software and TurboTax
    Find out what to do if your firewall or virus-protection software conflicts with TurboTax
- Unlocking & Activating
  - Entering Your Service Code in TurboTax Online
    Here's how to redeem your service code in TurboTax.
  - Find the Access Code for Your TurboTax CD
    To unlock a promotional, mailed TurboTax CD, you'll need your 10-digit Access Code
- Updating TurboTax
  - Why do I Need to Update?
    Find out why TurboTax software prompts you for regular updates
  - How to Update TurboTax
    Our updates provide the latest available tax forms, bug fixes, and enhancements for your TurboTax software
  - Manual Updates for TurboTax
    If you can't update through TurboTax, download and install a manual update instead
  - Error 42002: Could not connect to the update site
    How to resolve this error when attempting to update
  - How to Update TurboTax State
    Different ways to download the latest state software tax forms, bug fixes, and enhancements
  - Do I have to Buy a New TurboTax Program Annually?
    The answer may surprise you
- Reinstalling
  - Reinstall TurboTax for Windows
    How to reinstall your TurboTax software on a Windows computer
  - Reinstall TurboTax for Mac
    How to reinstall your TurboTax software on a Mac
  - Uninstall TurboTax for Windows
    How to uninstall (or remove) your TurboTax software from a Windows computer
  - Uninstall TurboTax for Mac
    How to uninstall (remove) your TurboTax software from a Mac
Getting Started
- Top Answers
  - Need More Time? E-file an Extension
    5 minutes now gives you another 6 months to file. And it's free!
  - Forgot your TurboTax login?
    Ways to retrieve your lost or forgotten TurboTax Online username or password
  - Why Can't I Find My TurboTax Online Return?
    5 reasons why this can happen and what your next steps are
  - Find Your Tax File in Windows
    How to find a tax return file created in TurboTax software for Windows
  - Open Your Tax Return
    How to open your tax return in TurboTax software
  - Transfer Last Year's Tax File
    Transferring your data from last year's tax return file makes tax preparation even easier
- Signing In
  - Forgot your TurboTax login?
    Ways to retrieve your lost or forgotten TurboTax Online username or password
  - TurboTax Online 2011 is No Longer Available
    TurboTax Online shuts down every October in preparation for next year
  - Why Can't I Find My TurboTax Online Return?
    5 reasons why this can happen and what your next steps are
  - TurboTax Online Return Fails to Open
    Troubleshooting tips for timeouts when opening your TurboTax Online return
  - Error: You Haven't Used TurboTax in the Last 20 Minutes
    How to resolve this error after signing in to TurboTax Online
  - Start Over in TurboTax Online
    Clear your TurboTax Online return so you can start from scratch
- Starting TurboTax
  - Open Your Tax Return
    How to open your tax return in TurboTax software
  - Retrieve a Tax File from a Portable Device
    Getting your tax file from a flash drive or other portable device onto your computer
  - Error 510 or 544
    Resolve errors 510 or 544 when opening your tax return
  - Error 539
    Resolve error 539 when opening or saving your tax return
- Transferring My Info
  - Transfer Last Year's Tax File
    Transferring your data from last year's tax return file makes tax preparation even easier
  - Transfer to TurboTax Software for Windows
    Save time and effort by transferring last year's return to TurboTax software for Windows
  - Transfer to TurboTax Online
    Save time and effort by transferring last year's return to TurboTax Online
  - Troubleshoot Transferring
    If you're having problems transferring your prior-year tax return to TurboTax
  - Review, Change, or Delete Transferred Information
    After transferring, you should verify and if necessary, update or remove data
  - Move Your Tax Return to Another Computer
    How to transfer your tax return to a different computer
- Available Forms
  - IRS Form Availability for Personal Returns
    Estimated availability dates for IRS individual forms and schedules
  - State Form Availability for Personal Returns
    Estimated availability dates for state forms and schedules
  - IRS Form Availability for Business Returns
    Estimated availability dates for IRS business forms and schedules
  - State Form Availability for Business Returns
    Estimated availability dates for business state forms and schedules
- Finding My Return
  - Access your Prior-Year Return
    Get a copy of the return you filed using TurboTax
  - Why Can't I Find My TurboTax Online Return?
    5 reasons why this can happen and what your next steps are
  - Find Your Tax File in Windows
    How to find a tax return file created in TurboTax software for Windows
  - Find Your Tax File in Mac
    How to find a tax return file created in TurboTax software for Mac
  - TurboTax Online Return Fails to Open
    Troubleshooting tips for timeouts when opening your TurboTax Online return
  - TurboTax Online 2011 is No Longer Available
    TurboTax Online shuts down every October in preparation for next year
Preparing My Taxes
- Top Answers
  - Need More Time? E-file an Extension
    5 minutes now gives you another 6 months to file. And it's free!
  - Who is a Dependent?
    If you support relatives or someone who lives with you, they could count as your dependents.
  - I Received a 1099-MISC, Now What?
    TurboTax walks you through filing your return if you receive a 1099-MISC for work as a contractor.
  - Where to Enter Form 1098 and 1099 Data
    We'll show you where to enter information from Forms 1098 and 1099 in TurboTax.
  - What Are Qualified Education Expenses?
    See which education expenses count toward a tax credit or deduction.
  - Rental Property Income and Expenses
    Understand how to report your rental income and related expenses.
  - Importing From Your Employer or Broker
    Save time and energy by importing your W-2, 1099, and 1098 information.
- Personal Info
  - 2012 Tax Law Changes: We've Got You Covered!
    Don't worry about the 2012 tax law changes- we've got you covered! Despite what you may have heard, you are probably not affected by the 2012 American Taxpayer Relief Act.
  - Who is a Dependent?
    If you support relatives or someone who lives with you, they could count as your dependents.
  - Can I Claim This Person as a Dependent?
    View answers to frequently asked questions about claiming dependents.
  - What is My Filing Status?
    Learn which filing status gives you the lowest tax.
  - Ordering of Names on a Joint Return
    It's important to be consistent when listing names on a joint return.
  - Tax Returns: RDP, Civil Union or Same-Sex Marriage
    Get step-by-step directions on how to file your tax returns.
  - Same-Sex Partners and Community Property States
    See how certain community-property states affect your tax preparation.
- Wages & Income
  - 2012 Tax Law Changes: We've Got You Covered!
    Don't worry about the 2012 tax law changes- we've got you covered! Despite what you may have heard, you are probably not affected by the 2012 American Taxpayer Relief Act.
  - I Received a 1099-MISC, Now What?
    TurboTax walks your through filing your return if you receive a 1099-MISC for work as a contractor or freelancer.
  - Importing From Your Employer or Broker
    Save time and energy by importing your W-2, 1099, and 1098 information.
  - Entering Schedule K-1
    If you received one or more Schedule K-1s, we'll help you enter them.
  - Finding Your Investment Cost Basis
    To accurately report gains or losses on your investments, you'll need the cost basis.
  - What Are Qualified Education Expenses?
    See which education expenses count toward a tax credit or deduction.
  - Rental Property Income and Expenses
    Understand how to report your rental income and related expenses.
- Business Income & Expenses
  - I Received a 1099-MISC, Now What?
    TurboTax walks you through filing your return if you receive a 1099-MISC for work as a contractor.
  - Do I Have to Pay Self-Employment Tax?
    We calculate how much self-employment tax you'll need to pay.
  - Tax Deductions and Working from Home
    Learn how the home-office deduction works.
  - How to Calculate Estimated Taxes
    Let us determine if you need to pay estimated taxes.
- Deductions & Credits
  - 2012 Tax Law Changes: We've Got You Covered!
    Don't worry about the 2012 tax law changes- we've got you covered! Despite what you may have heard, you are probably not affected by the 2012 American Taxpayer Relief Act.
  - About the Earned Income Credit (EIC)
    What are the rules, and do you qualify?
  - What is the Child and Dependent Care Expense Credit?
    Find out about this credit applies to you.
  - What is the Child Tax Credit?
    TurboTax determines if your child qualifies for the child tax credit.
  - What Are Qualified Education Expenses?
    See which education expenses count toward a tax credit or deduction.
  - What Kind of Charitable Donations Can I Deduct?
    Give smartly if you want to take a deduction for charitable donations.
  - Medical Expenses I Can Deduct
    Understand the ins and outs of claiming deductions for medical expenses.
- Other Tax Situations
  - 2012 Tax Law Changes: We've Got You Covered!
    Don't worry about the 2012 tax law changes- we've got you covered! Despite what you may have heard, you are probably not affected by the 2012 American Taxpayer Relief Act.
  - Amend a Return
    We can help you amend a tax return you've filed to fix an error or to take an additional credit or deduction.
  - Do I Really Need to Amend My Return?
    When the IRS expects you to amend your return.
  - What is the Alternative Minimum Tax?
    We explain why it's hard for some filers to avoid this tax
  - How to Calculate Estimated Taxes
    Let us determine if you need to pay estimated taxes.
  - Using TurboTax Easy Extension
    TurboTax makes it fast and simple to file an extension.
- Federal Review
  - 2012 Tax Law Changes: We've Got You Covered!
    Don't worry about the 2012 tax law changes- we've got you covered! Despite what you may have heard, you are probably not affected by the 2012 American Taxpayer Relief Act.
  - Why is My Tax Refund Different This Year?
    Here are some common reasons why your taxes could have changed.
  - What is the Alternative Minimum Tax?
    We explain why it's hard for some filers to avoid this tax.
  - Is My Social Security Income Taxable?
    TurboTax calculates whether any or some of your Social Security income will be taxed.
  - Hardship Withdrawal from Your 401(k)
    Unfortunately, you could owe a penalty even if you qualified for a hardship withdrawal.
  - Are Unemployment Benefits Taxable?
    Unemployment is considered taxable income by the federal government, but state rules vary.
- State Taxes
  - Resident, Nonresident, or Part-Year Resident?
    Find out what type of state residency applies to you and your family.
  - Where to enter Form 1098 and 1099 data
    We'll show you where to enter information from Forms 1098 and 1099 in TurboTax.
  - How Do I File More than Two State Returns?
    Learn what to do if you need to file more than three state returns.
  - Entering Schedule K-1
    If you received one or more Schedule K-1s, we'll help you enter them.
  - Find Your State Taxing Agency
    Contact your state tax agency or look up your state tax refund
  - When to File Multiple State Returns
    Understand when you need to file more than one state return.
- Wrap-Up
  - What Is Audit Defense?
    Learn how Audit Defense can protect your interests.
  - Using the Audit Risk Meter?
    Get a visual understanding of your audit risk.
  - Where Do I Enter?
    See tips on where to enter your important tax information.
  - Calculate Your Federal Estimated Taxes
    Let us determine if you need to pay estimated taxes.
Printing & Filing
- Top Answers
  - Need More Time? E-file an Extension
    5 minutes now gives you another 6 months to file. And it's free!
  - Correct or Update (Amend) Your Return
    Learn how to correct (amend) a tax return you've already filed.
  - Check Your E-file Status
    Track the progress of your e-filed return
  - Resolve an E-filing Rejection
    What to do if your e-filed return is rejected
  - Print a Review Copy
    How to print a review copy of your return before you decide to file it
  - Print a Copy for Your Records
    Whether you file electronically or by paper, you should always make a copy of your return for your files
- E-File
  - Check Your E-file Status
    Track the progress of your e-filed return
  - How to E-file
    E-filing is easy and simple; we'll show you how
  - Verify Your Identity for E-filing
    To e-file, you need to prove to the IRS that you - not someone else - is filing
  - Resolve E-file Transmission Issues
    What to check if your e-filed return isn't going through
  - Do I Need to Mail Anything After E-filing?
    Usually not, but there are a few situations where you may need to mail in additional paperwork
  - Can I Cancel an E-filed Return?
    Only if rejected; once accepted, you'll need to amend it
- E-File Rejections
  - Rejected for Wrong PIN or AGI
    Rejection code 0679 occurs when your PIN or AGI doesn't match IRS records
  - Resolve an E-filing Rejection
    What to do if your e-filed return is rejected
  - IRS E-file Rejection Errors
    A list of the most commonly-encountered IRS rejection errors with links to their solutions.
  - Rejections for Social Security Numbers, Birthdates, Names
    The IRS will reject returns that contain incorrect or already-filed Social Security numbers, birthdates, or names.
  - IRS Rejection 0502
    Rejection code 0502 occurs when your employer's name or ID number doesn't match IRS records
  - IRS Rejection 0522
    Rejection code 0522 occurs when the first taxpayer's birthdate doesn't match IRS records
- File By Mail
  - File a Paper Return by Mail
    If you can't or won't e-file, we'll show you how to file a conventional paper return
  - Where to Mail Your Tax Returns
    Find out where to send your completed tax return
  - Do I Need to Mail Anything After E-filing?
    Usually not, but there are a few situations where you may need to mail in additional paperwork
  - Where to Mail Your Filing Extension
    Find out where to send Form 4868
  - Print a Copy for Your Records
    Whether you file electronically or by paper, you should always make a copy of your return for your files
- Payment for Print & File
  - Using Refund Transfer to Pay TurboTax Fees
    Pay for your TurboTax fees by deducting them from your federal tax refund
  - Can I Switch Back to a Lower-Priced TurboTax?
    What to do if you accidentally upgraded to a higher version of TurboTax
  - Why am I Charged for a Free TurboTax Online Product?
    We do not charge for free versions of TurboTax unless you select additional products or services
  - Finding Your TurboTax Fee for a Previous Year
    Here's how to find out what you paid for TurboTax, if you purchased directly from us
  - TurboTax Satisfaction Guarantee
    We want you to be completely satisfied with your TurboTax software
- Printing & Saving Current Year
  - Print a Review Copy
    How to print a review copy of your return before you decide to file it
  - Print a Copy for Your Records
    Whether you file electronically or by paper, you should always make a copy of your return for your files
  - Save a Backup Copy of Your File
    Make a copy of your tax file that can be opened in TurboTax software
  - Save Your Return as a PDF File
    Make a PDF copy of your tax return that can be opened in Adobe Reader
  - Printing Your Tax Return in TurboTax Online
    How to print a filing copy of your TurboTax Online tax return
  - Resolve Common Printing Issues
    Troubleshooting tips for various printing and printer issues
- Printing Prior Year
  - Access a Prior-Year Return
    If you have filed with TurboTax before, we can help you access a prior year return
  - Amend a Return
    We can help you amend a tax return you've filed to fix an error or to take an additional credit or deduction.
  - Questions About Prior-Year Returns & Software
    Answers to our most frequently-asked questions about prior-year tax returns and prior-year TurboTax software.
  - Resolve Common Printing Issues
    Troubleshooting tips for various printing and printer issues
- Paying My Taxes
  - Options for Paying Your Federal Income Tax
    Different ways to pay the IRS for additional taxes owed
  - Payment Options for State Returns
    Different ways to pay your state tax agency for additional taxes owed
  - Paying Tax Through an Installment Plan
    If you can't pay your entire tax bill, you can make monthly payments to the IRS
  - Calculate Federal Estimated Taxes
    Find out if you need to make estimated tax payments, and when those payments are due
- Refund Card
  - When Will I Get My Tax Refund?
    Find out when to expect your long-awaited tax refund
  - Why is My Refund Different This Year?
    Why your refund may be more or less than what you anticipated
  - Why did my federal refund decrease after filing?
    Why your refund is less than what you were expecting
After Filing
- Top Answers
  - When Will I Get My Tax Refund?
    Find out when to expect your long-awaited tax refund
  - Check Your E-file Status
    Track the progress of your e-filed return
  - Amend a Return
    Amend your return if you need to change something after the IRS already accepted or received it
  - Access your Prior-Year Return
    How to resolve the rejection error "Form 8862 is missing"
- E-File Status
  - Check Your E-file Status
    Track the progress of your e-filed return
  - Can I Cancel an E-filed Return?
    Only if rejected; once accepted, you'll need to amend it
  - Did Not Receive Status E-mail
    No worries; we'll show you alternative ways to get our e-filing status
  - Pending E-file Status with No Record of Return
    Why is your return still in a "pending" status?
  - Save a Backup of Your Tax File
    After all that work, be sure to save a copy of your tax return data file.
  - Print a Copy for Your Records
    Whether you file electronically or by paper, you should always make a copy of your return for your files
- Tax Refund
  - When Will I Get My Tax Refund?
    Find out when to expect your long-awaited tax refund
  - Why is My Refund Different This Year?
    Why your refund may be more or less than what you anticipated
  - Why is My Refund Less Than Expected?
    Why did my federal refund decrease after filing?
  - Maximum Refund Guarantee
    If you get a larger refund or smaller tax due from another tax preparation method, we'll give you your money back
- E-File Rejections
  - Resolve an E-filing Rejection
    What to do if your e-filed return is rejected
  - Rejected for Wrong PIN or AGI
    Rejection code 0679 occurs when your PIN or AGI doesn't match IRS records
  - IRS Rejection 0502
    Rejection code 0502 occurs when your employer's name or ID number doesn't match IRS records
  - IRS Rejection 0522
    Rejection code 0522 occurs when the first taxpayer's birthdate doesn't match IRS records
  - IRS Rejection 0507
    Rejection code 0507 occurs when a dependent has already been claimed
  - IRS Rejection 0501
    Rejection code 0501 occurs when the Social Security number for a child being claimed for the EIC doesn't match IRS records
- Correct (Amend) a Return
  - Amend a Return
    We can help you amend a tax return you've filed to fix an error or to take an additional credit or deduction.
  - Do I Really Need to Amend My Return?
    When the IRS expects you to amend your return.
- I Received an IRS Notice
  - Free Audit Support Guarantee From a Tax Expert
    Getting a letter from the IRS can be scary, especially if it's an audit notice. That's why we now offer our free Audit Support Guarantee.
  - Accuracy Guarantee - Frequently Asked Questions
    TurboTax's calculations are guaranteed accurate. Find information on what TurboTax's Accuracy Guarantee means to you.

TurboTax 2011 Update Notes (Individual) - Prior Release Information

Updated: 6/27/2012

Article ID: GEN80493

Release 19 (R19) is the current software release and incorporates these items from earlier releases:

Release 18 (R18) – May 23, 2012

These issues were fixed:

Leased Vehicle Inclusion Amount Calculating Incorrectly. More info
Unable To Select To Not Take IRA Deduction. More info

Release 17 (R17) – April 25, 2012

These issues were fixed:

Incorrect Calculation on Schedule D. More info
Incorrect Calculation on Line 19 of Form 2441. More info
Incorrect Calculation for Excess HSA Distribution. More info
Incorrect Vehicle Description for Honda FCX Clarity (Fuel Cell). More info
Incorrect Year on Main Home Sale Interview Screen. More info
Public Safety Officers' Health Insurance Screen Doesn't Appear. More info
Schedule E Removed After Entering Schedule K-1. More info
Screen displays "Rental" instead of "Royalty". More info
Unable to Split Section 179 Depreciation Between Two States. More info
Unable to Enter Qualified Charitable Donation for Inherited 1099-R. More info
(Mac) "Error building screen: /start/welcome". More info
(Windows) Error 21319284503 when opening return. More info

Release 16 was a TurboTax Online-only release. No software update was released

(Windows only) Release 15c (R15c) – April 14, 2012

R15c resolves a printing issue caused by conflicts between TurboTax and recent Windows updates. More info

Release 15 (R15) – March 21, 2012

With this release, customers who e-file will have the option to receive a text message with their e-file status.

Release 14 (R14) – March 14, 2012

R14 fixes these issues:

Foreign Tax Credit Form 1116 Printing Issue. More info
Non-Deductible Loss on Personal Item Sale Calculation Incorrect. More info
"This import was unsuccessful" when attempting to import from Mint. More info
(Enhancement) Customers with foreign addresses can now e-file their federal returns. More info

Release 13 (R13) – March 7, 2012

R13 fixes these issues:

Taxable Social Security Calculating Incorrectly. More info
Mortgage Interest Deduction is Incorrect. More info
Error After Entering Multiple Lot Stock Sale with Wash Sale Loss Disallowed. More info

Release 12 (R12) – February 29, 2012

R12 fixes these issues:

Can't find financial institution when importing (Mac). More info
Form 5405, Part V not populating. More info
Interest income disappears after importing. More info
(Enhancement) Now you can select which 1099 forms will import. More info

Release 11 (R11) – February 22, 2012

R11 fixes these issues:

TurboTax crashes when transferring from H&R Block. More info
Error 20039818606 or "freezing" when printing. More info
Unable to edit multiple dependents. More info
Child Tax Credit incorrectly included. More info
"Estimated Tax payments may not be greater than taxable income" error. More info
Incorrect dates on Foreign Tax Credit Carryover Worksheet. More info
Supporting Details on Form 2106 Adjustment Worksheet won't print. More info
Problems after importing from TD Ameritrade. More info

Release 10 (R10) – February 15, 2012

R10 fixes these issues:

Imported 1098 Causes E-file Error. More info
Form 3800 Worksheet error during final review. More info
Error Check: Form 3800 Not Available. More info
Unable to e-file Form 8829 with Schedule C. More info
Rejection codes 0034, 0151, and 0156. More info
Rejection code 1040-197. More info

All 2011 federal forms, schedules, and worksheets supported in TurboTax Basic, Deluxe, Premier, and Home & Business versions are final with this release, including:

Form 4562, Depreciation and Amortization (Partnership and S Corporation Schedule K-1s)
Form 8582-CR, Passive Activity Credit Limitations
Form 8910, Alternative Motor Vehicle Credit
Schedule K-1 Worksheet (Form 1041) for Estates and Trusts
Schedule K-1 (Form 1065), Partner's Share of Income, Credits, Deductions
Schedule K-1 (Form 1120S), Shareholder's Share of Income, Credits, Deductions

Release 9 (R9) – February 8, 2012

R9 fixes these issues:

Unable to Change Phone Number In Interview. More info
401(k) Roth Conversion Calculation Error. More info
Efile Rejection: Error Code F8283-020 and F8283-014. More info
Form 5405: Part 1, Line E Check Box Changes from 'No' to 'Yes' when Printed. More info
MFJ Federal Worksheet Contains Unnecessary Info under HOH Filing Status. More info

In addition, R9 includes final versions of these forms:

Form 1040X, Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return
Form 2210-F, Underpayment of Estimated Tax by Farmers and Fishermen
Form 3800, General Business Credit
Form 6781, Gains and Losses from Sec 1256 Contracts and Straddles
Form 8801, Credit for Prior Year Minimum Tax

Release 8a (R8a) – January 27, 2012

R8a fixes the error Schedule C-EZ: Line 1-Gross Receipts Lines 1,2 or 3 must be Greater that zero for Electronic Filing in both TurboTax for Windows and TurboTax for Mac.

In addition, the R8a release in TurboTax for Windows includes all items in the Mac-only R8 release listed below, plus these fixes:

When printing the State tax return, TurboTax for Windows also printed the Federal return when it wasn't supposed to.
TurboTax for Windows' W-2 import screen froze when attempting to enter credentials.
Random crashes when opening TurboTax for Windows.

Release 8 (R8) – January 25, 2012 – TurboTax for Mac

R8 fixes these issues:

Missing "In-Law" as a choice on Dependent screen. More info
Farm Summary screen will not let you proceed. More info
fonlin;startdte has an invalid date when e-filing. More info

In addition, R8 includes final versions of these forms:

Form 3468, Investment Credit
Form 8814, Parents' Election to Report Child's Interest and Dividends
Form 8936, Qualified Plug-in Electric Drive Motor Vehicle Credit

Release 7 (R7) – January 18, 2012

Final versions of these forms and schedules were released:

Home Sale Worksheet
Form 4797, Sales of Business Property
Form 8885, Health Coverage Tax Credit

Release 6 (R6) – January 11, 2012

Final versions of these forms and schedules were released:

Form 1116, Foreign Tax Credit
Form 4137, Tax on Unreported Tip Income
Form 8396, Mortgage Interest Credit
Form 8606, Nondeductible IRAs
Form 8834, Qualified Electric Vehicle Credit
Form 8839, Qualified Adoption Expenses
Form 8853, Long-Term Care Insurance Contracts
Form 8863, Education Credits
Form 8917, Tuition and Fees DeductionForm 8938, Statement of Specified Foreign Financial Assets
Form 8938, Statement of Specified Foreign Financial Assets
Form 8941, Credit for Small Employer Health Insurance Premiums
Form 1040-ES, Individual Estimated Tax Voucher

In addition, R6 fixes these issues:

Missing Edit boxes when attaching statement to investment. More info
Incorrect Calculation of the 2011 Roth IRA Contribution Limit. More info
Incorrect line reference for prior year Form 6251. More info
Unable to enter additional amount for 2008 First-Time Homebuyer Credit Repayment. More info
Unable to Delete Form 8888 When Deducting Fees from Refund. More info
1099-G Unemployment: Box 4 appears to be entered in error. More info
Unable to enter a single donated item valued over $500. More info
Seventh and Subsequent Dependents Duplicate When Printing. More info

Release 5 (R5) – January 4, 2012

Final versions of these forms and schedules were released:

Form 2210, Underpayment of Estimated Tax
Form 2439, Notice to Shareholder of Undistributed Long-Term Capital Gains
Form 2555, Foreign Earned Income
Form 4136, Credit for Federal Tax Paid on Fuels
Form 4684, Casualties and Thefts Personal/Business Use Property
Form 5405, First-Time Homebuyer Credit and Recapture
Form 6251, Alternative Minimum Tax
Form 8582, Passive Activity Loss Limitations
Form 8586, Low-Income Housing Credit
Form 8615, Tax for Certain Children who have Investment Income
Form 8859, District of Columbia First-Time Homebuyer Credit
Form 8911, Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit
Form 8949, Sales and Other Dispositions of Capital Assets
Form 9465, Installment Agreement Request
Schedule D, Capital Gains and Losses
Schedule F, Profit or Loss from Farming
Schedule H, Household Employment Taxes
Schedule J, Income Averaging for Farmers and Fishermen
Form W-4, Employee's Withholding Allowance Certificate

In addition, R5 enables e-filing for many currently-available federal forms and fixes these issues:

Unemployment 1099-G info not editable. More info
Home & Business incorrectly indicates "No Home Office" More info
Missing Distribution plan "Options" for Arizona Pensioners. More info
"TurboTax 2011 Installer Has Encountered a Problem and Needs to Close" More info
Education Credit - "Eligible School" link giving incorrect information. More info
TurboTax 2011 gives a PRD.INI or PERWIN.INI error upon launch. More info
1041 1099-Div and 1099-Int Supporting Details not working. More info

Release 4 (R4) – December 14, 2011

Final versions of these forms and schedules were released:

Form 4562, Depreciation and Amortization
Form 4835, Farm Rental Income and Expenses
Form 4952, Investment Interest Expense Deduction
Form 5329, Add'l Taxes on Qualified Plans
Form 5695, Residential Energy Credits
Form 8829, Expenses for Business Use of Your Home
Form 8889, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
Form 8930, Midwestern Disaster Area Distributions
Schedule A, Itemized Deductions
Schedule E, Supplemental Income and Loss, page 2
Schedule R, Credit for the Elderly or the Disabled

In addition, R4 fixes these issues:

"Tax Form Under Construction" in Home Energy Credit interview. More info
2011 Social Security Benefits Worksheet omits deferred Roth IRA conversions. More info
Communications Expense help link brings up wrong info. More info
Missing instruction for Indiana Advanced Earned Income Credit. More info
Social Security numbers beginning with 749 are causing an error message. More info
Form 4684 - Business and Income Producing Property-Home Sale Exclusion error. More info
(Enhancement) TurboTax for Windows now transfers from 2010 TurboTax PDF files. More info

Release 3 is the December 1 launch of TurboTax Online for tax year 2011. No software update was released.

Release 2a (R2a) – November 30, 2011

R2a is a bug fix that corrected a Forms Mode crash issue in TurboTax for Windows only. TurboTax for Mac was not affected by this issue. More info

Release 2 (R2) – November 22, 2011

Final versions of these forms and schedules were released:

Form 1040, U.S. Individual Income Tax Return
Form 1040A, U.S. Individual Income Tax Return
Form 1040EZ, Income Tax Return: Single and Joint Filers with No Dependents
Form 1040-V, Payment Voucher
Form 1099-Q, Qualified Education Programs
Form 2106, Employee Business Expenses
Form 2106-EZ, Unreimbursed Employee Business Expenses
Form 3903, Moving Expenses
Form 4868, Application for Automatic Extension of Time to File
Form 4972, Tax on Lump Sum Distributions
Form 6198, At-Risk Limitations
Form 6251, Alternative Minimum Tax Form 1040A Worksheet
Form 6252, Installment Sale Income
Form 8453, U.S. Individual Income Tax Transmittal for an IRS E-File Return
Form 8812, Additional Child Tax Credit
Form 8815, Exclusion of Interest from Series EE and I U.S. Savings Bonds
Form 8824, Like-Kind Exchanges
Form 8880, Credit for Qualified Retirement Savings Contributions
Form 8888, Direct Deposit of Refund
Form 8903, Domestic Production Activities Deduction
Form 8919, Uncollected SS and Medicare Tax on Wages
Schedule B, Interest and Dividend Income
Schedule C, Profit or Loss from Business
Schedule C-EZ, Net Profit from Business
Schedule E, Supplemental Income and Loss, page 2
Schedule SE, Self-Employment Tax

Release 1 (R1) is the original "manufacturer's release" of TurboTax software which became available on November 10, 2011. It is not an update.

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