2019 TurboTax Free: A Comprehensive Guide

Are you looking for a way to file your taxes for free in 2019? Look no further than the IRS Free File program, which offers free electronic federal tax preparation and filing through its partnership with leading tax preparation software companies like TurboTax. In this article, we'll take a closer look at how you can use TurboTax's free service to file your taxes online.

Accessing Your Tax Account

To view your balance owed, payment history, or other information from your tax account, create or log in to your account. If you're unable to access your online account, you can request a tax return transcript by mail showing your prior year adjusted gross income (AGI). This is the fastest and easiest way to view your prior year AGI and access your tax records.

Self-Select PIN

When signing your electronic tax return, you'll need to use a 5-digit self-select PIN, any five numbers (except all zeros) that you choose. This serves as your electronic signature. To verify your identity, you can use last year's AGI or last year's self-select signature personal identification number (PIN).

Required Documents

When filing your taxes electronically, you'll need to have the following documents ready:

* Form 1095-A, Health Insurance Marketplace Statement

* Forms 1099-DIV and 1099-R, showing dividends and distributions from retirement and other plans paid to you during the year

* Form 1099-G, showing any refund, credit, or offset of state and local taxes

* Form 1099-INT, showing interest paid to you throughout the year

* W-2s, showing your annual wages from all of your employers

* Income receipts from rental, real estate, royalties, partnerships, S corporation, trusts

* All receipts pertaining to your small business, if applicable

* Valid Social Security numbers for yourself, your spouse, and any dependent, if applicable

* A copy of last year's tax return in order to access your AGI

IRS Free File Program

The IRS Free File program is a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) between the IRS and the Free File Alliance, a coalition of leading tax preparation software companies. The program offers free electronic federal tax preparation and filing of federal tax returns at no cost to qualifying taxpayers.

In conclusion, TurboTax's free service provides a convenient and easy way to file your taxes online for 2019. With its user-friendly interface and comprehensive guide, you'll be able to navigate the process with ease. So why wait? Sign up today and take advantage of this valuable resource.

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