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April 7, 2021
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Turbo tax keeps trying to download the state of Mass. I only need New Jersey

  • April 7, 2021
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The program keeps trying to download the state of MA in the Updating section. I only need New Jersey.   It will not let me continue to E file until I download State of MASS.  

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April 7, 2021

Do you have any Massachusetts income? Or any forms that have MA listed in the state box, for example a pension or gambling winnings? Or did you live in MA? If so, TurboTax may be trying to download the MA program because you may have to file for the state.

 

If that doesn't apply to you, first check Personal Info. If Massachusetts is listed in Other State Income, click Edit and say No, I didn't make money in any other state.

 

Next check your forms. If any form has MA in the state box, clear it out.

 

Massachusetts nonresidents may have to file a MA return if they have MA income income:

  • Gained from or connected with any trade or business, whether or not you were actively engaged in a trade or business or employment, in Massachusetts in the year you received income
  • From any lottery or wagering transactions in Massachusetts
  • From owning real or tangible personal property in Massachusetts. This includes (but isn't limited to) rent, gains, and interest from selling or exchanging:
    • Real property located in Massachusetts
    • Tangible personal property legally located in Massachusetts
    • Any interest in a Massachusetts cooperative housing corporation
    • Any interest in a Massachusetts timeshare (or similar arrangement)
  • From patents, copyrights and other similar intangibles
  • Other income

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