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February 20, 2020
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I am filing my 2018 an 2019 taxes together in 2019 do i summit 2018 first thin my 2019

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Can i file my 2018 taxes at the same time as my 2019 texe

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AmyC
Employee
February 20, 2020

Your wages must be filed according to the laws that were in place when you earned them.

  • You must file 2018 taxes on 2018 forms using 2018 laws.
  • 2019 wages go on 2019 forms using 2019 laws.

Here is a link for  how to prepare prior year returns.

They must be filed separately as well.

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Employee
February 20, 2020

NO!!!    Each year has to be filed separately, using the forms and software for the specific year.  The online program can ONLY be used for 2019--no other year.

 

 

Online preparation and e-filing for 2018 is permanently closed.

To file a return for a prior tax year

If you need to prepare a return for 2016, 2017, or 2018 you can purchase and download desktop software to do it, then print, sign,  and mail the return(s)

https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/

Remember to prepare your state return as well—if you live in a state that has a state income tax.

When you mail a tax return, you need to attach any documents showing tax withheld, such as your W-2’s or any 1099’s.  Use a mailing service that will track it, such as UPS or certified mail so you will know the IRS/state received the return.

Note:  The desktop software you need to prepare the prior year return must be installed/downloaded to a full PC or Mac.  It cannot be used on a mobile device.

 

If you are getting a refund, there is not a penalty for filing past the deadline.  If you owe taxes, the interest/penalties will be calculated by the IRS based on how much you owe and when they receive your return and payment. The IRS will bill you for this; it will not be calculated by TurboTax.

 

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1900990-how-do-i-file-a-prior-year-tax-return

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