To work around the lifetime learning credit so you don't need to upgrade, you can omit your 1098-T from your return. This information triggers the credit on your tax return. Here is how: How do I view and delete forms in TurboTax Online? Open or continue your return in TurboTax. In the left menu, select Tax Tools and then Tools. In the pop-up window Tool Center, choose Delete a form. Select Delete next to the form/schedule/worksheet in the list and follow the instructions.

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"Why do I need to Upgrade? You have lifetime learning credit" But I am not claiming this credit on my return. Does anyone know a work around this?

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March 19, 2021
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To work around the lifetime learning credit so you don't need to upgrade, you can omit your 1098-T from your return. This information triggers the credit on your tax return. Here is how:

How do I view and delete forms in TurboTax Online?

Open or continue your return in TurboTax.
In the left menu, select Tax Tools and then Tools.
In the pop-up window Tool Center, choose Delete a form.
Select Delete next to the form/schedule/worksheet in the list and follow the instructions.