Question

Do I need to make estimated tax payments for 2021 if I paid no tax in 2020?

But will have a tax liability in 2021

Employee

You are not required to - but you should (to avoid penalties). To get TurboTax to generate estimated tax payment vouchers for 2021, see below.

With your tax return open, search for 1040-es (be sure to include the dash) and select the Jump to link.
Answer No to the question Do you want to change your W-4 withholdings for 2021?
Answer the questions about things like your 2021 filing status, income, and deductions.
Eventually, you'll come to the Print Vouchers? screen. Answer Yes and we'll include your 2021 1040-ES payment vouchers when you print a copy of your return later.

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